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Summertime, and the Clothing is Easy

These latest equestrian clothing products will help keep you cool during those long days in the sun. Be sure to check out the photo slideshow for these products.

Apr 4, 2012 by in Grooming/Tack

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Who's in Charge When He Gets Hurt?

When the owner's away, the horses will play—are you prepared?

Feb 8, 2012 by in Stable Management

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What’s So Good about Goodbye? Your Loss of a Problem Client Can Also Be Your Gain

The off-the-track Thoroughbred wasn’t happy in his own skin, whether in his stall or out, with other horses or without. The owners—long-time friends of trainer Janna Ritacco of Greenville, S. C.—wanted him fed three times daily.

Jan 25, 2012 by in Stable Management (3 Comments)

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The "Terrible Teens"

Ah, teenagers. So full of life, promise…and problems. Here are some ways to curb the drama at your barn.

Jan 11, 2012 by in Stable Management (1 Comments)

Your Fees, Please?

How does your fee schedule compare? A national sampling reveals a range of fees across several disciplines.

Jun 1, 2011 by in Stable Management

From Watching to Riding

See how top trainers turn barn parents into paying customers.

Apr 1, 2011 by in Stable Management

Coverage At What Cost?

Tips to shop smarter when buying insurance.

Oct 1, 2010 by in Stable Management

Smooth Transitions

Buying or selling an established equine business has unique challenges.

Jul 1, 2010 by in Stable Management

Rev Up Your Lessons

Keep your lesson program fresh with these great ideas from instructors around the country.

Jun 1, 2010 by in Stable Management

A Breed Apart

With so many unwanted horses flooding the market, breeding should be a well-designed undertaking.

Dec 1, 2009 by in Equine Health (2 Comments)

Less is More

Here's why some experts are only deworming when needed.

Jun 1, 2009 by in Equine Health

To The Show We Go

As show season gears up, ever wonder if you are charging the right amount to go on the road with clients? We asked a few professionals.

Jun 1, 2009 by in Stable Management

On the Way Down

Horses winding down successful show careers make some of the best schoolmasters out there.

Dec 1, 2008 by in Stable Management

In the Mode to Load

Horseman John Lyons gives some tips on loading difficult horses.

Sep 1, 2008 by in Stable Management

Getting the Job Done

Looking for a barn manager? Here is some advice from a few experts.

Jul 1, 2008 by in Stable Management

Play It Safe

Here is a look at recent studies on rider injuries.

Jun 1, 2008 by in Stable Management

Between Friends

What do you do when clients lease from one another?

May 1, 2008 by in Stable Management

At a Good Clip

Every breed and discipline has a different way of clipping, but there are some similarities, too.

May 1, 2008 by in Grooming/Tack

Finding Help

Finding good instructors makes all the difference in camp programs.

Apr 1, 2008 by in Stable Management

Balancing Budgets

If your clients have varying show budgets, here are some ideas to keep everyone happy.

Feb 1, 2008 by in Stable Management

'Tis the Season

Your clients have been good to you all year and you want to thank them with something special for the holidays. Here are a few ideas.

Dec 1, 2007 by in Stable Management

Winter Wear

A roundup of this season's functional and fashionable winter riding apparel.

Oct 1, 2007 by in Grooming/Tack

When the Boss Is Away

For trainers who take clients on the road, who takes care of the ones at home?

Aug 1, 2007 by in Stable Management

Deal Or No Deal?

Finding a reputable horse dealer is not always easy.

Aug 1, 2007 by in Stable Management

Your School or Theirs?

Sanctioned school programs can be a great way to boost lesson programs. But they also require a lot of time and effort, and sometimes expense.

Jun 1, 2007 by in Stable Management

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