Why We Are More Productive Than Ever, Yet More Overwhelmed Than Ever There has never been a time in human history when we have had more tools designed to make life easier. We carry supercomputers in our pockets. We can communicate instantly with anyone in the world. Artificial intelligence can now draft reports, create presentations, answer questions, analyse data and automate tasks that once required hours of human effort. Yet despite all this progress, many people feel exha

When it comes to feeding horses, most discussions focus on what we're feeding. But perhaps we should spend more time thinking about how and where we're feeding. Traditionally, horses evolved to graze with their heads down for much of the day. More recently, many horse owners have embraced the idea that feeding from the ground is always best. While there are certainly benefits to ground feeding, I've come to believe that the "best" feeding position depends on the individual ho

As horse owners, we naturally want the best for our horses. We invest in lessons, clinics, training programs and equipment, all in pursuit of helping them reach their potential. But what if the very thing holding your horse back isn't a training issue at all? What if it's discomfort? Before we ask our horses to carry us, learn new skills, improve their movement or overcome behavioural challenges, we need to ensure they're physically comfortable in their bodies. No amount of t

With spring knocking on our doorstep and the days growing warmer, perhaps it's time to press pause on our training schedules and remember why we fell in love with horses in the first place. Instead of reaching for the saddle and bridle, what if we went back to our roots and focused on simply being with our horses? Spring is the perfect season to slow down and reconnect. Spend some time giving your horse a good scratch and a thorough groom, helping them shed those annoying bit

Let's be honest. Being in a relationship with a horse person is not for the faint-hearted. Our horses often dictate our schedules, our weekends, our bank accounts and sometimes even our moods. We disappear for hours "just to do the horses", only to return half a day later covered in dirt, horse hair and smelling vaguely of liniment and fly spray. And yet, somehow, our partners put up with it. For that, they deserve far more credit than they often receive. Loving Someone Means

Every horse owner has that one product. You know the one. The product you buy "just in case", only to find yourself reaching for it time and time again. For me, that's Terramycin Pink Eye Aerosol. Now, before anyone points it out, yes, it was originally developed as an antibiotic aerosol for treating eye infections and pinkeye conditions in animals. It contains oxytetracycline and is widely used in livestock veterinary care. But over the years, I've found it incredibly handy

If there is one topic guaranteed to spark discussion among horse owners, it's body condition. Too fat. Too thin. Needs more topline. Needs less pasture. Needs more feed. Needs less feed. Sometimes it feels like everyone has an opinion. Recently I found myself wondering: if you had to choose between a horse being slightly over-conditioned or slightly under-conditioned, which is actually better? Before anyone sharpens their pitchforks, I'm not talking about obese horses or hors

There comes a point in every horse person's life when you find yourself standing in the middle of a paddock, wearing track pants, a faded top, mismatched socks and, quite possibly, no bra, and think: "Yep. This is my Sunday best." The funny thing is, most of us would never dream of leaving the house like this to go shopping, meet friends, or attend a family lunch. Yet somehow, heading to the stables looking like we've lost a bet feels entirely acceptable. In fact, it's almost

If you’ve ever priced arena construction, you’ve probably heard this suggestion: “Just use pea gravel.” “Road base is cheaper and compacts well.” On the surface (no pun intended), it can sound practical, affordable, and convenient. But here’s the hard truth: Pea gravel and road base are two of the worst materials you can put under a working horse. And the damage they cause often isn’t immediate — it’s chronic, subtle, and expensive. Horses Don’t Just Stand on Arenas — They Lo