Riding a horse for sport or leisure takes skill and patience. Horses are such gentle creatures but the smallest mistake on the rider’s part can turn them from gentle to not so gentle. For your safety and for the safety of these animals, it’s impor
Read moreThe most common anxiety or fear issues among dogs in the US are the following: Fear of Noise or Noise Anxiety – 17% of all dogs or over 13 million dogs.Separation Anxiety – 13% of all dogs or 10 million dogs.Reactivity towards people and/or dogs
Read moreIf you are the owner of an aging horse, you may have asked yourself “Do I need to change my horse’s diet” or “Have the nutritional requirements for my senior horse changed”? There is currently no set criteria that define a “senior” horse. Howeve
Read moreThe average gestation length in the mare ranges from 320 to 362 days; most mares will foal within 330-345 days of successful breeding. Ponies, on average, tend to have shorter gestation periods than full-size horses.If you want to determine when y
Read moreMost of us are familiar with Tumeric. Some of us have either used it, or know someone who had used it as a supplement to treat arthritis, or other inflammatory conditions. Turmeric is root plant that’s part of the ginger family, and has been
Read morePrinciples that will help you know when and how to supplement horses with electrolytes.One topic that horse owners repeatedly wonder about is that of electrolytes and specifically how and when they should be used. In general, horses participating in
Read moreSelenium is required in very small amounts in the equine diet, but it has an important role in maintaining horse health.Selenium (Se) is a trace mineral required in very small amounts in the equine diet. It’s a vital part of an antioxidant enzyme, gl
Read moreInternal parasites, or worms, can be silent thieves and killers. They can cause extensive internal damage without you even realizing your animals are heavily infected. The effects of internal parasites on a horse range from a dull haircoat and unthri
Read moreDr. Nathan Canada, Equine Surgery ResidentIf you have owned a horse for any period of time, you know that horses and wounds go hand in hand. It truly is a question of when and not if. When your horse develops a wound, there are many salves, treatment
Read moreWhen your horse suffers a strain, sprain or traumatic injury, or is stall bound for extended periods, its legs may swell and become warm to the touch. Because inflammation and swelling can damage tissues and cause discomfort, your veterinarian may pr
Read moreTrue Fact: There are more than 120,000 different species of flies in the world. If you’ve ever faced an inundation of the flying marauders, it might seem like every one of those species has invaded your barn and pasture.As the weather warms, fly c
Read moreShapley’s Superior Equine Grooming Products are the most recent additions to the LV Performance.com array of horse grooming lines. The entire product line is available for shipping across the United States as well as Canada and Puerto Rico.“We’re
Read moreJust three months into the 2017 barrel racing season, and Kristin Yde is once again among the top barrel racers on the circuit. She’s keeping her focus on making the finals of the International Professional Roping Association this year.“I would re
Read moreTravelling the rodeo circuit, I’m frequently asked about Great Gut. Any kind of performance can be a hassle on a horse’s system. Great gut has been my life saver. I haven’t come across anything else that covers the basics like it does.When you’re
Read moreLV Performance is proud to announce it has signed on as a sponsor for dressage rider Kim Herslow, a member of the 2015 U.S. Dressage team and the gold medal winning U.S. Pan Am Dressage team.Herslow is expecting a big season of international comp
Read moreA rider coming from the northeast to Florida asked the riding community what hazards she should be aware of in bringing her horse to Florida.The number one answer by far was sand colic. Sand in the digestive tract can lead to numerous problems fro
Read moreAmerican actor Jonathan Goldsmith is best known as “the most interesting man in the world.”But it’s easily said that the most interesting man in the equestrian world – and a guy who’s generated just as many memes – is George Morris. The legenda
Read moreIn the warm climates across the country, competition seasons are getting underway, and our equine athletes are well into their training.Nothing is more incredible than watching the beauty of a 1,000 pound performer maneuver gracefully through a d
Read moreAs the 2017 dressage season is fast approaching, Meagan Davis has her sights set on returning to international competition with Royale. It would mark a return for both of them to the international level after a year off.The huge Oldenburg gelding spe
Read moreThis time of year, there’s another trailer pulling in to South Florida for the winter every day. Ah, Florida weather! No need for that winter fur coat here.While we’ll never have to worry about a pasture blanketed in snow, we do have to deal with wea
Read moreIf you are spending the season competing in the indoors circuit, you are probably familiar with the challenges of keeping your horse breathing clear.Closed-in barns and enclosed arenas are more likely to trap dust particles and other irritants that c
Read moreIn the heart of the holiday season, our homes and yards and even some barns are decked with festive lights. Everyone is sharing Christmas cookies or other goodies. Did you make time to see a holiday parade? Perhaps you and your horse even rode in
Read moreRecently we had a client ask for help with a horse that had trouble gaining weight. We suggested Great Gut Equine Probiotics. The results were amazing and in her own words: "look at the difference in Happy! 1 month on Great Gut and bam! F
Read moreIt has been over a thousand years since people first learned to tame wild horse and turned them into domestic animals. Since then hundreds of new breeds were discovered and developed. Nowadays, equines are classified by many different factors: or
Read moreHorse Gait is a pattern of movements, a manner of walking on foot or sequence of steps by which equines move forward. Different breeds can perform a variety of gaits depending on their ability and level of training. In the US, usually ca
Read moreAs humans we rely on verbal communication. To get a clue of the signals our fellow equines send us, it is important that we pay closer attention to the sounds that your horse produces. Although horses do use vocalization in their communications
Read moreCaring for a horse requires a lot of time and consistency. There are things and procedures that must be completed daily, weekly, semi-weekly and so on. Hence, when people make an impulsive decision to get an equine, most of the time it is not weig
Read moreBuilding a trustworthy connection with your horse requires time. Similarly, when it comes to forming a bond and developing a certain level of confidence with a horse, it takes patience and a lot of determination from you the horse owner.
Read moreMade of a tough protein called Keratin, horse hooves, similarly to human nails, are layered in horizontal sheets to protect the end of your horse’s legs. Although this may sound simple to us, there is much more to this statement. Aside from
Read moreHorses can develop hind leg problems if not properly taken care of. To avoid long-term leg and hoof problems, regular check ups, proper trimming and thorough cleaning, but, most importantly, the right amount of downtime are required. A little la
Read moreKnown for their hyper vigilance, horses are easy to spook. As pray animals, for centuries horses have survived in the wild with respect to their ingrained instincts and strong senses. Whether it is a sudden weather change, a fast ru
Read moreThere is a much more to horseback riding safety than just wearing protective gear and making sure your horse’s cinches are properly tightened. Although it is recommended to wear a helmet along with comfortable shoes or boots and riding accesso
Read moreHorseback riding is one of the most recommended activities for children of all ages. Horses are kind and compassionate animals. However, not many of you know about the great mental and health benefits that being around a horse has for adults.
Read moreStorytellers have portrayed horses as loyal and reliable friends to their owners. It's because in real life, horses get attached to human beings, and recognize them and respond to them whether it’s their rider or the person who looks after th
Read moreLike humans, horses need better care and health management, as they grow older. The average life span of a horse is between 25 to 30 years. And although you cannot control the health problems that arise due to increasing age, you can provide yo
Read moreCenterline Events August dressage show is in the books. What a great weekend of riding and showing. I'm a very proud trainer, Maggie, Scott, Bel, and Anthony all rode smart and beautifully. I had the privilege of showing some great client horses Le S
Read moreHorses are know for their ability to acclimate to cold temperatures very well. However, to assure your equines get through the winter with fewer problems and remain healthy, you must keep them warm and safe. It is important to take preca
Read moreHorses have been human companions for many centuries. They eat whatever they find near them, which excludes them from the categories of hunters, but they still have an amazing sight to lookout for predators. To understand your horse better, it is ess
Read moreLike humans, horses need better care and health management as they grow older. The average life span of a horse is between 25 to 30 years. And although you cannot control the health problems that are arising due to the increasing age, but you can pro
Read moreHorses are friendly and loyal animals that can be your lifetime companions if you pay special attention to their upkeep. For those who are not well aware of horse keeping tricks and tactics, the initial is stage is quite challenging. However, it’s th
Read moreHorses have always been associated with loyalty and strength. They have always had a special place in myths, legends, and stories of great historic battles. There are various interesting myths about horses.However, not all of these myths are true and
Read moreJust as you grab junk food when you’re on the run despite knowing that a fruit or vegetable is more healthy, similarly many horse owners feed their horses quickly in a rush through their busy schedules, in spite of knowing it’s not the best for their
Read moreOwning a horse means taking on a big responsibility, but that is not the only thing which you must give to it. Owning a horse also means committing your energy, time, finances and resources. A number of details have to be considered before deciding t
Read moreSummer is the ideal time for your horses. The activeness and competition is in full swing. But if your horse enjoys this season, it doesn’t mean it can resist the season’s adversaries. Summer’s hot air and humidity can cause some serious problems to
Read moreWhen it comes to taking care of your horse, every little bit counts and that includes looking after the hooves of your horse as well. They are perhaps the most important parts of the animal, which is why for the overall health of the horse, it’s cruc
Read moreWhen it comes to wound treatment of horses, owners need to be fully prepared and systematic when dealing with the injury, even if the wound isn’t severe. There’s a process that can be followed when it comes to injury treatment and care, as your vet w
Read moreIt’s extremely important that a horse owner should know the nutritional needs and diet, with respect to weight management and other factors that must be balanced to ensure that the horse’s growth is healthy and on the right track.When working on the
Read moreAs humans, we have to regularly wash and brush our hair to keep it looking clean and healthy. Horses too, require frequent grooming in a similar fashion that helps maintain their coat and keep it beautiful. However, it’s alright to feel unsure regard
Read moreYour majestic horse galloping through the meadows is no doubt a graceful sight. But ever wonder that its tail is an integral part to care for when it comes to grooming and is often just shampooed?That’s not all it requires, following the beautiful ma
Read moreYou don’t get a second chance to make a good first impression’ is one popular saying that is used in excess, it seems. However, it’s very much true and even truer still, when it comes to showing off your horse to a panel of judges.It’s important to m
Read moreWinter is around the corner, and with this, your attention is probably drawn to your horse’s health in the season. You are planning on how to best keep your horse warm and stabled throughout winter. But, do you know there are certain mistakes that yo
Read moreWhat seems to be a minor symptom could lead to a fatal illnessHorses are prone to common illnesses. With the types of diseases usually found in horses in mind; you can easily identify if any of the symptoms for one of them (or more) occurs and your h
Read moreLife on the farm is both interesting and tough. You have to be on top of your game when dealing with so many different species of farm animals at the same time. However, if you have led a considerable part of your life at farm, you can easily tell ap
Read moreTips To Take Care of Your Horse Remember that old nursery rhyme that begins like, “Hay is for Horses” and so on? Well, this is sound advice when it comes to feeding your companion equines. The following blog post includes more advice and tips, on how
Read moreOn occasion, you might hear the sad news that one of your mares has passed away giving birth to a foal, or in rare cases, abandoned her newborn (this happens with first time moms). Death or abandonment may not be the only reasons though; a malnourish
Read moreYour horse is just not your stable animal – he’s part of your family! The lifespan of a horse depends largely on the breed and the way it is raised. On average, horses live around 25 to 30 years, and in some rare cases, they’re lucky enough to live u
Read moreHorses depict strength, loyalty, freedom, and are often stronger than their other equine counterparts when it comes to physical ability. However, their care and nourishment can never be ignored since they too are prone to disease and poor health issu
Read moreThis is a question that is asked frequently by horse owners, especially new ones, and the answer is rarely the same. It’s not really necessary for owners to bath their horses, because in most cases, a thorough rinsing with just water is more than eno
Read moreA horse with poor hooves is almost the same as a bike that has a flat tire or a tennis racket with a broken string, i.e. limited usefulness.This is why, one of the most discussed topics regarding the grooming of a horse is centered on their hoof care
Read moreOlin HannumAbout:Being born into a rodeo family, Olin roped his first calf when he was 3 years old. Though playing football was a great love, nothing could replace the rodeo arena. Olin's big guns that he's hauling these days are his good Bull
Read moreOkay so I'm truly impressed with Great-Gut! My rope horse Peps (4yr old) has always been a slow eater & never ate all his grain at one time. He would eat a little over half then go eat some hay, walk around & then go back & slowly finish his gra
Read moreTrudy Holloway from Mineral Wells, Texas, continued her dominating ways, winning the barrel racing both Friday and Saturday. Consistency has been her strength all summer and this weekend was no difference. She posted a 14.13 Friday night and a 14.14
Read moreI'm a very proud momma, Damocles HLF had a clean sweep of his three 1st level classes with a 69%, 70%, and a 71%. This was his first show in over a year, he came out each day and went to work like a pro. Thank you Jon Ingram for breaking Damocles ove
Read moreKaytlyn Miller BioHi My Name Is Kaytlyn Miller. I’m a 16 year old Sophomore. My passion for rodeo came at a very young age. I started doing the Little Britches Rodeo when I was 7 and Won my first title in 2008 as the Little Wrangler Goat Tail Untyi
Read moreKaytlyn Miller has been in National Little Britches Rodeo Association “NLBRA” since she was 7, when she won her first world title in the goat tail pull. That record held as the world record until last year. “I have been roping since I could remember,
Read moreTrudy HollowayAbout:Name; Trudy Holloway Age: 26 Hometown: Mineral Wells, Tx Parents: J.R. & Alice Holloway Brother: Cutter Holloway Events: Barrel Racing & Breakaway Roping Horses: Genuine Doc Barjet (Gee Man) Positively
Read morePeople who own horses classify the hours spent grooming their beloved equine animals, as time well spent, as it’s that effort which makes them look beautiful and presentable while promoting relaxation to both the horse and owner.To make this job a li
Read moreFor immediate release: LVPerformance.com is pleased to announce the arrival of Great-Gut Equine Probiotics.LVPerformance.com believes that Great-Gut will bring a new standard of equine probiotics to the horse community. Great-Gut is among a very few
Read moreMeagan Davis:Meagan began riding when she was just five years old, by age seven she had her mind set on riding dressage and was soon participating in local schooling shows. It soon became clear that Meagan was to be a dedicated rider and competitor a
Read moreQ. What is a probiotic? Why are they so important for my horse? How can I be sure I am using the right probiotics? What is so special about equine specific probiotic?A. Probiotics are defined as “good” bacteria that nearly any animal with a gastroi
Read moreNewberry, FL (April 13, 2015)— During Mikayla Daugherty’s third time at a rated competition, she and So Fan See That demonstrated their excellent partnership and won the GumBits Happy Horse Harmony Award. The two, who are both seventeen-years-old, co
Read moreLVPerformance.com is proud to announce Gumbits as another quality horse supplement that we offer. The treats help soften the mouth, relax the jaw, and discourage the teeth grinding that can occur during intense competition and training of high-perfor
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