Author: monarchwingbusiness

12 Last Minute Christmas Gift Ideas for Equestrians

Are you like me and have procrastinated buying the people in your life their gifts? Well, have no fear! Here’s a quick list of affordable gift ideas for equestrians that they will actually use! This page contains affiliate links. If you choose to purchase after clicking a link, I may receive a commission at no…… Continue reading 12 Last Minute Christmas Gift Ideas for Equestrians

Common Equine-Affecting Internal Parasites to Be Aware Of

It’s fall! This means many equestrians are probably going to be deworming their horses to protect them against internal parasites. But do they know what they are deworming for? Photo by Vincent Botta on Unsplash In this post, we’ll run through some quick facts about six common internal parasites that affect the equine species. On…… Continue reading Common Equine-Affecting Internal Parasites to Be Aware Of

Down to the Bones: The Equine Skeletal System

In this post, we are going to examine a few interesting and important aspects of the equine skeletal system. We will look at bone growth, how to properly train the skeletal system, and common problems that can occur. Courtesy of Wikimedia How Equine Bones Grow Equine bones grow in two different ways: longitudinally and in…… Continue reading Down to the Bones: The Equine Skeletal System

Easy DIY Mane & Tail Detangler (2 Different Ways)

Why DIY You may be wondering, why should I DIY a mane & tail detangler when I could simply just buy one off the shelf? Well, I’m glad you maybe asked! First, many mane & tail detanglers contain ingredients like silicone. Over time, silicone can build up on your horse’s hair, resulting in a dry…… Continue reading Easy DIY Mane & Tail Detangler (2 Different Ways)

9 Essential Equestrian Life Hacks to Utilize This Winter

Yep, I’m back with more (winter) equestrian life hacks. Monarch in ‘winter mode’ Winter is coming and, although we have had fairly tolerable weather lately, the cold is inevitable. Travelling to and working in an unheated barn can be nightmarish and torturous. Luckily, I have some hacks for you! As someone who, like most, HATES…… Continue reading 9 Essential Equestrian Life Hacks to Utilize This Winter

Manes and Tales: My Old Barn Owner Shouldn’t Own Horses

Welcome back to another installment of my new post series, Manes and Tales. This week I wanted to tell you all some interesting events and occurrences that happened with a barn owner we boarded with in the past. I will not be mentioning any names/dates in these stories to keep people/places anonymous. I hold no…… Continue reading Manes and Tales: My Old Barn Owner Shouldn’t Own Horses

9 Products You Need to Upgrade Your Grooming Kit

In my previous post, I listed out a few products and tools that make up a basic but effective grooming kit. To reiterate, all you need is a rubber curry comb, a stiff body brush, a soft body brush, a hair brush for the mane and tail, and a hoof pick. However, there may come…… Continue reading 9 Products You Need to Upgrade Your Grooming Kit

10 Helpful Tips for Broke Equestrians (From a Broke Equestrian)

This week I wanted to share some of my top tips for the broke equestrian. Feel free to share some of your own tips in the comments! You can never have too many! Post contains Amazon Affiliate links. I may earn a small commission from qualifying purchases. Thank you for your support. 🙂 1. Easily…… Continue reading 10 Helpful Tips for Broke Equestrians (From a Broke Equestrian)