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Staying ACTIVE

Winter is coming, and if you’re anything like

STAFF PICKS

MUST-READS @ HORSEILLUSTRATED.COM THIS MONTH

WESA JANUARY PREVIEW

november/december

THE BELGIAN DRAFT HORSE

With incredible strength and a gentle personality, this heavy breed loves to work with people.

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‘TIZ THE SEASON

From practical to can’t-resist splurges, we’ve got everything from stocking stuffers to big-ticket items for your equestrian shopping list.

Big Angus

PART 1

An Eye-Opening experience

Finding herself the owner of two blind horses, Christine discovers how much they still have to offer.

treats WITH A PURPOSE

When Renee Genther started making electrolyte sugar cubes out of concern for her horse’s well-being, she never imagined they would become a successful business venture.

CUSTOMIZE YOUR TRAILER STORAGE

Organize your new trailer by adding a few simple storage items.

AVOID INJURIES THIS WINTER

These three fitness tips will help keep your body strong and limber even when the weather may put riding on the back burner.

EQUINE Safety Net PROGRAMS

New grants and programs are helping horse owners faced with sudden financial difficulties so they can safely relinquish or even keep their horse.

THE CONSTANT LEARNER

Get the most out of your clinic time with these tips from trainer and clinician Mike Brashear.

Step it Up WITH POLES

Adding ground poles to your horse’s routine can increase strength and flexibility, add variety, and sharpen response time.

blanketing BEST PRACTICES

Whether you’re a boarder or a home horsekeeper, four experts share their most helpful advice for blanketing your horse.

Strangles struggles

Arm yourself with knowledge that will help you protect your horse from this age-old disease.

Staying Busy Below ZERO

If winter cuts down on your riding time, get your equine fix by exploring other pursuits.

EQUINE Miracle WORKERS

Two equine therapy programs explain the benefits horses provide to their students, and what it takes for a horse to excel in such a program.

WINTER PASTURE MANAGEMENT

Taking extra care to keep horses off wet and muddy ground ensures that your grass pastures will rebound in the spring.