DIY

Sandra Bentien is the consummate do-it-yourself non-pro reiner, from the breeding shed to the saddle. Here's her DIY rider story.

Learn how a few extra minutes and a little elbow grease can take your next sale-ad photo to a professional level.

It’s no one’s favorite job, but here’s how to save time and maximize results cleaning stalls.

Learn to recognize the subtle signs of saddle-fit problems, and how you can prevent them.

It’s no one’s favorite job, but here’s how to save time and maximize results cleaning stalls.

Tightened your belt, but still hungry for fun? Check out these appealing, affordable horsey activities.

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Use tips from a leather-care pro to protect your saddle investment.

Your best blanket buy is about more than price and color, and finding the right one for your horse can be a challenge. These nine options address nine specific issues.

Here's a slide show of how to tie a rope halter. Plus, tips for tying your horse safely and securely.

Before you add or replace fencing on your horse property, get familiar with the pros, cons, and costs of your many choices in materials.

Learn more about the half-lease agreement in this interview with a current lessee.

Take arms! Here's a roundup of fly-fighting strategies to help you prepare for summer's bug battles.

Get more out of your saddle by understanding rigging options.

Here's how to turn your parked horse trailer into an all-purpose base of operations when you haul in to a show or other horse event.

Does your horse need a hood to accompany his blanket, and how should it fit? Find out here.

Not only do flies and other bugs bite and sting your horses, they can spread disease. Read about the different ways you can defeat the enemy and keep flies away from your horse and barn.

Mares have some specific tail-cleaning needs. Get pro-level advice here.

If you're considering donating a horse, consider the following tax tips when seeking a deduction.

If you keep your horses at home, here's a handy double-check of safety features and precautions around the barn.

Searles Quarter Horses associate Ken Clark explains how to make a notched trail class block to hold poles.