My Green Horse’s First Show Must-Haves One SmartPaker shares the essential products she always has on hand to set her young horse up for success at his first shows.
A New Side of Me SmartPaker and passionate Western trail rider Gina dishes on her newfound passion for breeches after decades of riding in jeans.
Tackling Goose's Summer Allergies SmartPaker Ellen shares savvy strategies for combatting her dog’s seasonal allergies to keep him healthy, comfortable, and happy during their summer activities.
Summer Bathing Essentials SmartPaker Annina dishes on her must-have bath products for summer and shares how she gets her Pinto's white markings squeaky clean for the show ring.
Why I Love Back on Track Products SmartPaker Katrina shares how Back on Track’s therapeutic products have benefited her, her horses, and her daughter over the years.
Peek In My Tack Trunk: Alana H. Ever wondered what SmartPakers keep in their tack trunks? Our team has a variety of setups and preferred supplies, so wonder no further! We're giving you an inside look at exactly what SmartPaker Alana keeps on hand for her horses.
Fighting Summertime Bugs Learn how one SmartPaker combats flies, mosquitoes, ticks, and gnats during the summer to keep her horse with insect sensitivities healthy and comfortable.
Baby's First Bath: Introducing Your Young Horse to Bath Time Read this blog on how one SmartPaker introduced his young and anxious horse to bathing by acclimating her slowly to water, a hose, shampoo, and conditioner.
How I Keep Goose Cool During Summer Activities Read how SmartPaker Ellen keeps her dog cool and hydrated during the hot summer months with deshedding tools, cooling bandanas, and boots for protecting paws.
Equipment Shopping List for New Horse Owners It’s exciting to welcome a new horse! This new horse equipment list will help you get started with essential items.
Confessions of a Tack Hoarder As we start the new year, many of us make resolutions and reflect upon changes we’d like to make in the coming months. I’m definitely on…
Happy Birthday OTTBs! On January 1st, the Northern Hemisphere celebrates a birthday for all Thoroughbreds! (Southern Hemisphere horses, come back to this blog on…
The Best Weekend All Year: SmartPak at the 2025 Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event SmartPak shares highlights from the 2025 Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event, held at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, KY. The recap includes top finishes by sponsored riders Boyd Martin, Jennie Brannigan, and Allison Springer, insights from SmartPak's staff veterinarian Dr. Liz Schatz, and takeaways from the company’s renewed focus on equine health and wellness. Learn how SmartPak engaged with horse owners, barn professionals, and the broader equestrian community during this premier 5-star eventing competition.
We Asked, You Answered: Grooming Tools SmartPak asked 'what's the best way to bring a horse back into riding after winter'. Here's what our community had to say!
We Asked, You Answered: Spring Conditioning SmartPak asked 'what's the best way to bring a horse back into riding after winter'. Here's what our community had to say!
We Asked, You Answered: Winter Must-Haves SmartPak asked "what your must-haves are at the barn in the winter?", here's what you had to say!
Pony-Approved Charcuterie One of my favorite trends is fancy charcuterie boards. However, sunny days and summertime finds me spending lots of hours at the barn over…
5 Tips for a horse’s first trail ride – Delilah’s big day out At my barn, where we teach lessons through the year as well as summer camp, it’s imperative that our horses be as “worldly” as possible.…