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Blog Archives
20 Things That Happen at the Barn in Spring
1. When the snow starts to melt (finally!) 2. But then it comes back with a vengeance. 3. And then finally the snow melts for good. 4. So you rush out to the barn as quick as you can to…
10 Feelings You Have When You Keep Your Horses at Home
If you keep your horse at home, then you know the perks of keeping your best fur-friend in your backyard. But that doesn’t mean it’s easy! Horses sure know how to keep you on your toes, but they also know…
The Top 10 Things You Didn’t Know About SmartPaks
Editor’s Note: Since this article was published, the ColiCare program has been upgraded to provide up to $10,000 in colic surgery reimbursement. Click here to learn more. #10: SmartPaks are recyclable SmartPaks™ are made of #1 PET plastic (just like…
16 Thoughts You Have on Horse Show Mornings
At SmartPak we get you because we are you, and we get just how stressful horse show mornings can be. Regardless of our level or discipline, we all know how frazzled (and sometimes irrational) our thoughts can be as we…
Keep Your Cool at the Barn This Summer
Ah, summer—the time of year when I finally get to venture out of the indoor arena, and also when my horse finally settles into the steady summer version of herself instead of the wild winter version. It’s the season when…
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15 Show-Day Secrets from a Judge
I’d like to start off by reminding everyone that judges are human. Pretty opinionated humans, but still human. We make mistakes and sometimes after a long day of judging, we reflect upon our day and wish we had pinned a…
Shopping for your first Western show of the season
Most people are probably excited that summer is right around the corner, but I’m most excited about my first show of the year being right around the corner! Before I pack up and hit the show pen, I need to…
Top Product Picks for Ponies
As most pony owners know, it can be quite tedious to outfit a pony—pint-sized items can be surprisingly hard to come by! Here are some of my favorite items I’ve found that are available for smaller-sized equines. SmartPak Ultimate Pony…
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5 Tips for a horse’s first trail ride – Delilah’s big day out
At my barn, where we teach lessons through the year as well as summer camp, it’s imperative that our horses be as “worldly” as possible. Our newest lesson mount, Delilah, had learned the ropes in the ring and passed her…
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Look show-ring spectacular—on any budget
Show season is finally upon us! Warmer weather has arrived, and it’s so exciting to think of all of our goals with our equine companions this summer. Here at SmartPak, we are getting ready for show season as well, and…
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My Favorite Personalized Items for Show Season
With show season starting, I have begun to get my show stuff together. Every year I like to look ahead at my show attire as well as my horses’. It is really important to do this ahead of time so…
Take to the trails—safely!
There’s nothing like getting outside with your horse for a trail ride! From head to toe and head to hoof, we have the products for you and your horse to make sure you stay safe as you enjoy the great…
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What I’m Wearing This Show Season – Hunter/Jumper
Now that spring has finally arrived, I’m getting excited to hit the hunter ring with Sasha this show season. Here are my top picks for my show outfit this year: RJ Classics Washington Xtreme Soft Shell Show Coat My new…
An APHA gelding’s battle with the bugs
Finally, spring has sprung! After a very long and cold winter, I feel like the weather these past few weeks gives me hope that my rides will no longer require me to wear four layers of clothing to keep warm…
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