Trail Tips

As we get older, time in the saddle can bring on aches and pains. Here’s one horseman’s advice on how to minimize discomfort and enjoy your rides.

• Jun 23, 2014

Keep your equine Houdini safely in camp with these handy containment options.

• By Tom Moates
  Jun 3, 2014

Top trainer/clinician Julie Goodnight tells you how to stop your horse from grabbing mouthfuls of grass during trail rides.

• Aug 19, 2013

Use these at-a-glance saddle-fit tips to enhance your and your horse's comfort on trail riding adventures.

• By Jessica Jahiel, PhD
  Mar 31, 2008

Fall brings cooler temperatures, but the sun's rays can be strong in any season. Too much sun can literally burn your eyes over time, causing damage to your cornea (the part that transmits light) and your lens (the part of your eye that helps you focus),

• By Equisearch
  Aug 31, 2006

Summertime is an ideal time to hit the trail, but your horse could be in danger of overheating. Help keep him cool with these veterinarian-approved strategies.

• By Nancy S. Loving DVM
  Jun 30, 2005