Understanding Rain Rot

Rain rot is a bacterial skin disease that often behaves like a fungus. It causes an infection under the horse’s skin that makes pustules of pus.

Increasing Arm Strength

A rider’s arms are an area that can benefit from targeted strengthening. Try these exercises – the Row and the W Raise – to build strength in your biceps.

Tips for Lighter Hands

Do you find yourself getting nervous in the saddle, and gripping the reins with stiff arms? Get tips on how to relax and have lighter hands.

Do You Speak Horse?

A recent study posed the question: can people make accurate distinctions between horse vocalizations in positive and negative contexts?