Hickstead was more than a horse. He was a legend.  With his rider, Eric Lamaze, he soared to the top of the showjumping world, winning hearts and medals alike.  But on a fateful day in 2011, Hickstead’s incredible journey came to a sudden, heartbreaking end.  One moment, he was jumping with grace; the next, tragedy […]

DSLD, or Degenerative Suspensory Ligament Desmitis, is a condition that worries many horse owners.  It affects the suspensory ligaments in a horse’s legs, causing pain and mobility issues.  At first, the signs can be easy to miss. But as it progresses, the horse’s quality of life can drastically change.  Knowing the symptoms and understanding the […]

Kissing spine is a painful condition that can hold your horse back.  It happens when the vertebrae in the spine touch or overlap, causing discomfort.  You may notice your horse acting stiff, refusing to move forward, or reacting to being saddled.  Left untreated, it can seriously affect their performance and well-being. But don’t worry, there […]