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The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Horse Grooming: A Step-by-Step Approach for Equestrian Care(Post)
Grooming your horse is an essential part of building a strong bond and ensuring your horse’s health and comfort. This beginner-friendly guide to horse grooming is perfect for new horse owners ...
New Horse Essentials(Post)Gear Up for Your New Horse: Essential Products Every Equestrian NeedsYou’ve taken lessons for a while and are finally ready to take the plunge into horse ownership – congratulations! You worked close ...
Tips for a Top Tail(Post)Some horses are just born with jealousy inducing tails! While a fake tail is common in competition, tails still crave everyday attention! I have curly, dry hair that is prone to breaking, and I tr ...
Pampering Your Horse With A Spa Day(Post)Spring has sprung, and the promise of sunshine and warmth is here! The winter doldrums brought on by cloudy cold days and drizzly rain might have your pony looking a little fuzzy around the edge ...
What Should a Beginner Rider Wear?(Post)If you’re about to start horseback riding lessons, you’re likely wondering what you’ll need to wear to stay safe and comfortable in the saddle. Whether you decide to ride English or Western, Mary’s T ...
A Complete Guide to Prepare for a Horse Show(Post)You’ve put in the time training for your upcoming horse show –so what’s next? If you’re wondering how to prepare for a horse show, Mary’s Tack and Feed has you (and your horse) covered with helpful h ...
3 Things Every Beginner Rider Needs Now, and 3 That Can Wait(Post)The spring is in full swing, and summer is on its way! The sun is shining and maybe you're considering enrolling your son or daughter in their first riding lesson. Maybe you’re an adult and ...
A Man’s Dressing Guide for Horse Shows(Post)Discover some helpful hints and ideas about what male horseback riders should and can wear to a horse show in our men’s dressing guide for horse shows. We’ll cover the basics from head to toe for ...
4 Steps to a Clean Barn(Post)Like everyone these days, horse owners are concerned with cleanliness and germ control to keep a clean barn for horses. Mary’s Tack and Feed carries barn cleaning supplies and sanitizing products for ...
For Your Equine Valentine(Post)Horse owners love to show their horses some love! Grooming, healthy treats, fun activities, and care after a hard workout are excellent ways to express your appreciation for having a wonderful horse ...
Tack Room and Barn Essentials(Post)Horses require quite a bit of equipment, and for those who are first-time owners or who are setting up a new barn, it can be daunting to figure out the best way to store and organize it. In most s ...
How to Wash and Care for a Horse Blanket(Post)When it comes to taking care of your horse gear, those big, bulky horse blankets are some of the trickiest pieces. How do you wash them when they get dirty? Do you have to spot clean them? How ar ...
How to Clean Leather Chaps(Post)There's nothing like a good pair of leather Western chaps for horseback riding and shows. However, it can be difficult to keep these chaps clean. They inevitably get dusty and dirty from use. ...
Trailer Safety Tips(Post)When you own or lease a horse eventually you’ll find it necessary to haul them. Whether for a trail ride, horse show, vet clinic, or just plain old moving, that horse will need to get on a horse t ...
The Secret To Maximizing The Life of Your Boots(Post)Riding boots are the work horses of equestrian riding gear! Your riding boots take you everywhere...in saddle,around the barn, and often off for a bite to eat (admit it, you like wearing your b ...
How to Tie a Rope Halter(Post)Rope halters are popular in the horse world because of their additional control and ability to fit lots of horses. These casual halters don't feature metal buckles and rings like traditional halte ...
Let's Talk About Hoof Conditioners(Post)We’ve all heard the adage “No hoof, no horse.” Not all horses have great feet. Genetics plays the largest role in your horse’s hoof health. Those genetics can be supported with high quality nutr ...
Maximize your trip to Mary's Tent Sale!(Post)Do These 3 Things To Maximize Tent Sale... 1.Make a list of what you need, starting with top priority items. Take a look through your tack trunk, closet, garage, ...
Caring for the Senior Competition Horse(Post)Not every senior horse is a retiree moseying around in a pasture. With improved nutrition and care, many older horses are still kickin' it in the show pen, polo field, hunt field, or dres ...
How to Clean an English Saddle(Post)The saddle is one of the most important pieces of your tack. It’s also one of the most significant investments you'll make in terms of your riding gear. In order to keep it in good condition your s ...
Mary’s Tack & Feed Celebrates 60th Anniversary(Post)Mary’s Tack & Feed celebrate their 60th Anniversary, Huge Western Saddle Sale and Del Mar Horsepark’s Homecoming!Join us for a wonderful weekend of celebration!Since 1963, Mary’s Tack & Fee ...
'Treat' your Horse to one of our 3 Favorite Horse Treats!(Post)Horse treats are a staple at the barn. Many of us use treats and cookies as an equine training tool, reward or as an edible way of saying “I love you.” Evolving from sugar cubes and lumps, to ...
Bio-security Basics(Post)Previously on the blog, we discussed ways to lower your horse’s risk of catching an infectious disease such as EHV-1 or Potomac Horse Fever. But what happens if an illness is already in your barn? ...
Why Your Horse Wants to Wear a Fly Sheet(Post)Why Should My Horse Wear a Fly Sheet? That’s a good question with an easy answer. Protection! When fly season starts (which can be darn near year-round in some places) you’ll want to stop flies and ...
How to Choose the Best Winter Horse Riding Gear(Post)Whether you're an experienced horseback rider looking to upgrade your winter riding apparel or you're a beginner looking for advice for staying warm during the cold weather season, there are a fe ...
How to Clean Western Saddle Pads(Post)Keeping your riding gear in excellent shape is important not only for your performance, but also for the health of your horse. In particular, it's important to clean the saddle pads because they c ...
Summer Sun Safety(Post)Spring has sprung and the weather gets warmer every day. The summer months will be quickly upon us and many of us will want to be spending that time outside with our horses! It’s good to remember ...
5 Must-Haves for Riders, Summer Show Season Edition(Post)5 Must-Haves for Hot Summer Shows Looking forward to horse show season and actually living it are the stuff of memes. If you want to be the "how I think I look on a ho ...
A Guide to Western Riding(Post)Do you want to know the basics of Western riding? Do you want to understand the difference between English and Western riding? Maybe you're just deciding which type of riding is right for you? Mar ...
Preparing an Equine Emergency Evacuation Plan(Post)Preparing an equine emergency evacuation plan ahead of time is necessary to keep your horses safe during fires or other emergencies or disasters. Mary’s Tack and Feed has put together an Equine E ...
Emergency Preparedness for Horses(Post)Be prepared to keep your animals safe when disaster strikes. With wildfire season now classified as year-round in Southern California, Mary’s recommends that you be prepared for all emergencies — w ...
How to Fit and Measure a Riding Helmet(Page)Horse Riding Helmet Fitting GuideFollow our horse-riding helmet fitting guide from Mary's Tack and Feed to find the best fit to protect your head from accidents or injuries. Whether you're just sta ...
