SmartPaker Stories & Adventures
From Co-op to Boarding Barn
Transitioning from a co-op barn where I took care of my own horse to a boarding facility was a necessity, but not one I was really looking…
SmartPaker Stories & Adventures
A Day in the Life of an Eventer
“You’re an eventer?! You must be crazy?!” is usually the first comment I hear when I tell other riders that this is my sport of choice. In…
Funny
Stuff Riders Say on Christmas
We know our non-riding friends and family try, but we only have so many places to display horse statues. Don’t let this happen to you – rem…
Horse Health
SmartPak Barn Field Trip, Part 2: Decoding hay and grain for horses
Download the worksheet to test your knowledge! How much hay and grain does your horse get every day? How much SHOULD your horse be gett…
Funny
If horses were people – Veterinarian edition
As much as we love our horses, some of their behavior is a little…weird. Just ask your veterinarian! Imagine if your best friend or co-work…
Horse Health
SmartPak Barn Field Trip, Part 1: Exploring horse feed and nutrition
Download the worksheet to test your knowledge! Do you know what your horse eats every day and why? Or how much he eats? We’re giving…
SmartPaker Stories & Adventures
How to Train Your Equine-Turned-Dragon: A Stall Rest Saga
Editor’s Note: Since this article was published, the ColiCare program has been upgraded to provide up to $10,000 in colic surgery reimburse…
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#haveagreatride
You work hard to support your passion. All that stress adds up, but the moment you pull up to the barn, it all melts away. That’s why we…
Favorites
If horses were people – OUTTAKES!
As much as you love “If horses were people”, not all of the Sara(h)’s acting skills are…perfect. Find that hard to believe? You shouldn’t…t…
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Fearless
Riding is more than a sport. It’s beyond an attitude, and larger than a lifestyle. It’s who you are, so here’s to the fearless kid in you.…
SmartPaker Stories & Adventures
Summer Fun! Swimming with Horses
So what do you think of the title of my blog? Does it make you instantly go into a panic? Or maybe gets you totally excited? Where does it…
SmartPaker Stories & Adventures
Wearing a helmet saved my life!
Some days are just another day at the barn. Some days and experiences can change your life. Here is my story, and the reason I’ll never rid…