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Swing by the store and add some purple to your July!

The Air Quality Index (AQI) is the Environmental Protection Agency’s rating of air quality.
The AQI ranges from 0-500.
A higher number means that there is more pollution in the air and that your horse is at a higher risk of negative health effects.

Provide fresh water at all times.
Water keeps your horse’s airways moist and allows inhaled pollutants to pass.

Soak hay when needed as this reduces your horse’s exposure to dust and other particles.

Give your horse appropriate time to recover if they have been exposed to wildfire smoke. It can take over 2 weeks for a horse to recover from severely agitated airways.

Contact your veterinarian if you notice any signs of respiratory distress.

Today is National “I love horses day.” Swing by the store and pick up your horse’s favorite treats 💕

Do you need to update your show wardrobe? Don’t worry we have everything you need! Swing by the store today!

With the summer heat, don’t forget to stay hydrated at the barn this Summer.
Swing by and pick up one of our tumblers!

Add some equestrian flare to your Grand Prix Outfit this Saturday
Swing by the store and choose the right piece for your outfit.

Picking out your horse’s feet is an essential part of routine care. Picking out hooves helps remove dirt, mud, stones and other debris that can accumulate in the hoof clefts preventing discomfort and potential injury.

Ideally you should pick your horse’s feet out a least once a day and every time before you ride.

Other daily benefits include:
🐴 Preventing thrush: regular cleaning reduces the risk of thrush.

🐴 Promote blood flow: picking out hooves stimulates circulation to the sensitive structures within the hoof. The promotes good overall hoof health.

🐴 Early detection of issues: Examine the hoof for any abnormalities, injuries or signs of disease and look for any bruises and abscesses.

🐴 Identify any stiffness: Picking up legs daily will unearth any stiffness or unwillingness to flex a leg.

🐴 Check shoes: Check for loose nails in shoes and loose shoes.

🐴 Checking legs: Palpate each leg for any unusual lumps, bumps, scabs and cuts. Running your hand down the leg to pick the foot up will help you know what is normal for your horse and therefore help you identify when there is the start of new swelling or wound.

A clean and well-maintained hoof contributes to your horse’s overall comfort and soundness!