When is the last time you did something nice--really nice--for your four-legged partner? Doesn't your horse deserve something special after carrying you around and doing what you ask (most of the time!) day after day? I think it's time to make your trusty steed some homemade horse cookies. Don't settle for the store-bought version and pay for horse treats that are often stale and expensive.  I tried all the popular recipes I could find and quite a lot of experimenting have came up with the ultimate horse treat recipe. Let me know how your horse likes them! The Ultimate Horse Cookie Recipe ..read more

I'll admit it. I have a little bit of an addiction to grooming. I've tried pretty much every product, shortcut, tip out there and here's a list of my top secrets.  1. Cactus cloth: Oh how I love you. As an owner of a gray horse that loves to get dirty, the cactus cloth is a lifesaver. Grass, sweat and manure stains lift SO much easier than attacking them only with a curry and brush. The woven fibers are also great for rubbing a horse's coat and bringing out shine - and the best part is that his handy little cloth costs less than $10. 2. The perfectly pulled mane: I have tried so man ..read more

Dealing with nerves is unfortunately just part of riding. Every single rider out there, even Olympians, feel nervous at times. Whether it's a cold day and your horse feels on the verge of blowing up, or you're cantering down to a fence worrying about seeing a distance, most riders will react by holding their breath or taking small shallow breaths. The problem with that is your body then stiffens, signaling to your horse that there's something to be worried about. Also the brain needs oxygen to function correctly. When you hold your breath, you are letting your tension get the better of you and ..read more

This blog post comes to you from a hotel room in La Quinta as I'm getting ready to compete at HITS Coachella this week. Horse shows are fun...but they can also be stressful! How many times have you gotten to a horse show and realized you forgot something at home? My secret weapon is having a checklist which you can check out below, or download here. What are your secrets for staying organized and stress-free at a horse show? Let me know in the comments below ..read more