How To
Bridle Fitting 101
Whether you’re buying a new bridle or just trying to get the perfect fit for your current bridle, we’ve put everything you need-to-know in this short how-to video. Shop our entire collection of bridles »
How to Measure for Tall Boots
What You’ll Need • a cloth tape measure • a chair • your regular breeches and socks • a friend to measure you Measuring Calf • Put on the breeches and socks you normally wear with tall boots. • In a seated position with your leg bent, have your friend measure the widest part of [...]
How To Wrap Your Horse’s Legs
Wrapping a horse’s legs is a barn skill every owner should master. From applying polo wraps for exercise to shipping bandages for trailering to standing wraps overnight in the stall, there are many reasons why the equine limb might need additional support.
Body Clipping 101
As you start spending more time in the saddle, gearing up for spring training and shows, you may have found that you’re having to spend more and more time drying your horse off after winter rides. Instead of furiously trying to sop up that sweat, consider body clipping your horse.
How To Take Your Horse’s Vital Signs
Knowing how to measure your horse’s temperature (T), pulse (P) and respiration (R) is a basic barn skill every owner should have.
Dressing in Layers for Winter Riding
For those of us who love to ride during the winter months, dressing appropriately is a must! At Mountain Horse, we suggest layers – three layers is the magic number: a base layer, a mid-layer and an outer layer.
Blanketing 101
Blanket shopping is exciting and fun, but it can also be a daunting task. With so many different styles, weights and technical terms, it can be tough to know where to begin. But here at SmartPak, we love to make it easier for you to take great care of your horse.
Step-by-Step Cross-Country Leg Protection With Woodburn
What’s the best way to prepare your horse’s legs to wear cross-country boots? How do you prevent rubbing and excess moisture? Woodburn, our regular model (not to mention top event horse having come in second at Rolex this past Spring) shows us how it’s done with a bit of help from his groom, Emma Ford.
A Groom’s Tale – Part II
SmartPak photo shoots are a lot of fun, but they’re also a lot of work. The preparation starts weeks in advance, the expectations are high and the timing is tight. The entire team is going full throttle, and no one stops until the job is done.
Q&A: Metabolic Disorders
Question: I’ve been hearing a lot about metabolic disorders in horses, but the more I hear, the more confused I get! What’s the difference between IR, EMS and Cushing’s, and what can be done for horses with each condition?
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