Held in the Mile High City of Denver, Colorado, this year’s American Association of Equine Practitioners 65th Annual Convention & Tradeshow stood out for a number of reasons. 5,443 . . . Total Attendees The 2019 attendance was higher than…
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Blog Archives
How to Introduce a New Horse to a Herd
Shortly after I wrote the first blog about Stan Lee, circumstances dictated that he be moved from the original place I chose to board him to Crack of Dawn Farm, where my other horse, Newman, is boarded. I now call…
Posted in Stories & Adventures
Finding My Way to Acceptance
My heart horse left me four years ago. Our journey together was over in an instant. I wasn’t ready to say goodbye, but she was tired and in pain. As much as it hurt, I had to let her go.…
Posted in Stories & Adventures
Bonding with Your Horse
Spending time with your horse, whether you are in the saddle or out of the saddle, is an important part of good horsemanship. Riding is always fun and working together with your horse creates a great bond. There are many…
Posted in Stories & Adventures
Peek in My Tack Trunk: Karen S.
As a Western All-Around rider, my tack trunk is always full to the brim with great products from SmartPak. Here are some of the products I can’t live without: SmartCookies My mare is what you could call a picky eater!…
Nemo’s First Season of Eventing: Our Final Event
One of the many aspects of riding that I love is that you can never stop learning and, you can always start a new discipline. My riding story started at 8 years old, learning to ride hunt seat, and growing…
Posted in Stories & Adventures
How I Knew Nemo Needed Shoes
As horse owners, we want what’s best for our horses. We make sure their vet and farrier care are up to date, they have great daily care and management, and they have an exercise program that’s best for them. I’ve…
Posted in Stories & Adventures
Phoebe and Lily’s Top Picks
Phoebe and Lily are two-year-old cocker spaniel-poodle crosses that manage the delicate balance of being vigilant watch dogs… …and also couch potatoes. They are litter mates and were tiny peanuts as puppies. Now they’re full grown, but Phoebe is especially…
Posted in Canine Lifestyle, Stories & Adventures
Did You Choose Your Horse or Did Your Horse Choose You?
I’ve had quite a few horses in my life and I believe that most of them chose me. My first pony Dolly was meant for my cousin, but he wasn’t interested in horses and Dolly didn’t seem to care much…
Posted in Blogs, Stories & Adventures
On the Road with SmartPak: HITS Saugerties
As a horse-crazy kid who grew up to become rider-focused SmartPaker, being able to attend HITS Saugerties Championship Week was an absolute pleasure. The picturesque setting just next to the Hudson River made for a beautiful week with crisp fall…
On the Road with SmartPak: the NRHA Derby
As reiners from across the world pack to make the trip to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, for one of the largest reining horse shows in the world, I am packing for my fourth trip representing SmartPak at a NRHA sanctioned event.…
Posted in On the Road with SmartPak, Stories & Adventures
On the Road with SmartPak: Tulsa Reining Classic
As an eventer currently living in New England, there is no better place to cowgirl up than at the Tulsa Reining Classic. I pulled on my pair of cowboy boots, buffed up my reining knowledge by watching The Last Cowboy,…
Posted in On the Road with SmartPak, Stories & Adventures
On the Road with SmartPak: The Iowa Walkabout Tour
SmartPaker Danielle and I attended Clinton Anderson’s Walkabout Tour in Des Moines, Iowa on May 18th and 19th at the Iowa State Fairgrounds. For those unfamiliar with Clinton’s tours, he selects a handful of cities each year to put on…
Posted in On the Road with SmartPak, Stories & Adventures
Boarding or Bust: My Quest for the Perfect Barn
Searching for a new boarding barn can be stressful, if not overwhelming. After three years of horse ownership, my horse Tiger and I have lived in multiple states and spent time in a variety of barns. In moving often, I…
Posted in Stories & Adventures
Stuff SmartPaker Rebekah Can’t Live Without on a Trail Ride
Trail riding season is officially in full swing and I’ve made a small list of some of my must-haves when hitting the trails with my favorite pony, Hopi. Bug Protection: Nothing can ruin a peaceful trail ride in the woods…
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