Funny
SmartPak Blooper Reel!
Here at SmartPak, we’ve got a seriously playful group of employees, and nowhere is that more evident than in our videos…although, the best…
Ask the Vet
Ask the Vet – Shivers, Sheath Cleaning, Vitamin E & more! – July 2016
You asked, we answered! In this episode of our monthly series, Ask the Vet, Dr. Lydia Gray and SmartPaker Sarah answer your questions…
Favorites
Birthdays are Made for Cake: A Horse-Friendly Recipe
Recently, my horse Riker celebrated his 23rd birthday. Now I have to admit, in the nearly 20 years I’ve owned him, I’ve never made a huge…
Funny
Stuff Riders Say about Fly Spray – Episode 2
We’re back with more fly spray silliness! Did we miss any? Let us know in the COMMENTS, and don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE for more fun horsey…
Funny
Stuff Riders Say about Fly Spray – Episode 1
Let’s face it – fly sprays are essential, but can be a huge hassle for both you and your horse! And what better way to turn lemons into lem…
SmartPaker Stories & Adventures
A Day in the Life of a Dressage Show Scribe
“Needs steadier connection” = 6.5 “Straight on center line, square and secure halt” = 8.0 “Could have better bend and balance” = 7.0 With…
Equine Health
Countdown to Bug Season
4. Get your Fly Stoppers The best way to keep the fly population on your farm in check is by making sure fly larvae can’t mature into adult…
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Stuff Riders Say to Non-Riders
Ever been to the barn with a non-rider? Ever tried to have a conversation about your horse with someone who’s never been around horses befo…
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…