If you’re anything like me, you probably have at least one sizeable stack of empty SmartPak containers somewhere in your feed room, if not several, and as Spring and the seasonal cleaning that accompanies it arrives, you might be wondering what to do with those plastic containers. I know I’m always trying to brainstorm different ideas and ways to reuse at least some of them. After all, they’re actually pretty useful!
My name is Brittney Chambers and I am the Founder and Owner of CBC Therapeutic Horseback Riding Academy, LLC in Elk Grove, CA. I have been riding horses my entire life, and I don’t know life without them. Growing up,…
My name is Chanel Rhodes and I am a first-generation African American English and Western rider. I have had a passion for horses my entire life. As a young girl, I lived in Los Angeles with my mother who is…
Sure, you already know the saying, “no hoof, no horse.” We would add to that, “no farrier, no hoof!” Your hoof care professional is an invaluable member of your horse’s health team, so don’t forget to show your gratitude for…
We recently teamed up with Cargill’s Nutrena® brand horse feeds for the “My Horse My Life” photo contest, asking horse owners to share photos of their four-legged friends for a chance to win a $10,000 shopping spree. Horse owners shared…
At SmartPak, we’re in the envious position of getting to partner with some of the leading brands in the equestrian space. That’s a fancy way of saying we get to work with a lot of smart, fun, creative equestrians. And…
At SmartPak, we’ve always been focused on powering healthy horses and happy riders. But did you know we’re also committed to supporting a healthy, happy planet? It’s true! And we’re proud to say that this year, we’ve gone greener than…
My name is Morgan, and I’m an 8-year-old yellow lab/corgi mix. I have been coming to work at SmartPak for about 5 years. I’m not sure what my human does here aside from punch buttons and stare at a computer…
Like many riders, I have to balance barn time with an otherwise full schedule, and it isn’t always easy! Most of us have to manage riding, family, work, and other responsibilities, and it can be challenging to find the time…
When people ask me “Why do you ride when it’s so dangerous and expensive?” (which, unfortunately, is true) I explain that my love of horses and a passion for riding make it something I’m driven to do. I’ve been riding…
Let me start out by saying I cannot cook (I really shouldn’t be allowed within ten feet of a kitchen), but I love my horse and he loves to eat! So despite my lack of culinary skills I was inspired…
I grew up in Northern California where “cold” was when it occasionally got below 40°F. New England winters were a shock to my senses and came with a slew of new experiences and challenges. Snow!? That’s the thing you go…
My show horse gets a joint supplement, an electrolyte supplement, Omega Horseshine and SmartHoof Pellets. A few people in my barn mentioned that they stop feeding supplements once show season is over, and I’m wondering if that is recommended. I…
As Rolex quickly approaches, we wanted to give you the inside scoop on how our Team SmartPak riders are preparing and planning for the notorious event. We spoke to Phillip Dutton, Jennie Brannigan, Jan Byyny and Boyd Martin’s groom extraordinaire Lindsey Taylor to get their thoughts as they set their sights on Kentucky.
For most people when they think of summer, they think of vacation. However, for most of us riders (at least if you’re anything like me), the thing we love most about summer is riding! Whether we’re looking forward to hitting the shows or hitting the trails, there’s nowhere else we’d rather be than snug in the saddle on a beautiful, sunny day. Unless, of course, we could be in a saddle ON VACATION.
