Brushes for Horses and their Uses March 08, 2024Veronica Green-Gott Believe it or not, horse riding brushes are some of the most fun items an equestrian can buy. They’re affordable tools that we use on a daily basis, but there’s...
Positive Reinforcement Training for the Dressage Horse February 22, 2024Veronica Green-Gott Many equestrians balk at the phrase “positive reinforcement training.” They picture horses fed handfuls of treats and unsafe horsemanship practices. In reality, there’s a lot of benefit to including positive...
6 Groundwork Exercises for the Competition Horse February 13, 2024Veronica Green-Gott Groundwork exercises for horses are a great way to bring your horse back into work after their winter vacation. From lunging to ground driving to working your horse through an...
A Saddle Pad for Every Situation December 14, 2023Veronica Green-Gott How often do you grab the nearest saddle pad and throw it over your horse’s back without a second thought? Saddle pads can have a big impact on our...
When Should You Start Blanketing Your Horse? October 30, 2023Veronica Green-Gott Like most things in the equestrian world, there is no simple answer to this question. When you start blanketing your horse depends on the weather in your area and your...
How to Prevent Dehydration in Horses August 08, 2023Veronica Green-Gott In early August, 68 major cities were forecast to have dangerous levels of heat on one or more days. According to the New York Times, “About 67.1 million people — 20 percent...
Introducing Equinatura: Natural Horse Care June 22, 2023Veronica Green-Gott Have you noticed a new brand available on Breeches.com? We’re proud to announce that we’re now offering Equinatura for sale on our online tack store. Offering a natural horse care option,...
The Fly Protection Products Our Customers Love June 09, 2023Veronica Green-Gott Flies can have a big impact on your horse’s quality of life. Whether they’re causing irritating and painful sweet itch, or preventing your horse from sleeping or relaxing in...
Horse Show Braids for the Hunter Ring May 23, 2023Veronica Green-Gott Are you getting ready for your first hunter show? Hunter judges can be very particular about how the horses look in the ring. While you may not get marked down...
Everything You Need for Riding in the Rain April 11, 2023Veronica Green-Gott Many people love the rain. The sound of its pitter-patter on the roof and the peaceful atmosphere it creates provide the perfect setting for sleeping in, reading books, and otherwise...
How to Knock Your First Horse Show of 2023 Out of the Park March 28, 2023Veronica Green-Gott The horse show season is kicking off! Are you and your horse ready to compete? The first show of the season is often fraught with nerves. Your horse may be...
How to Conquer Mud Fever in Horses March 14, 2023Veronica Green-Gott We’ve all heard the saying “April showers bring May flowers.” For many equestrians, it often goes more like “April showers bring mud fever.” Mud fever goes by many names....