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Ground, Haul, Workload: The Three Things That Make Barrel Horses Feel Different Away From Home
Ground, Haul, Workload: The Three Things That Make Barrel Horses Feel Different Away From Home
February 18, 2026
Jon Conklin

Ground, Haul, Workload: The Three Things That Make Barrel Horses Feel Different Away From Home

If your horse feels different at a race, it is usually ground, haul, or workload....
Cold Weather Hoof Bruising: Protecting Soles During Late-Winter Hard Ground
Cold Weather Hoof Bruising: Protecting Soles During Late-Winter Hard Ground
February 18, 2026
Jon Conklin

Cold Weather Hoof Bruising: Protecting Soles During Late-Winter Hard Ground

Late-winter ground can look harmless—but frozen ruts and hard mornings often lead to hoof bruising....
Arthritis Gel for Hands: A Clean Routine for Grip, Gates, and Reins
Arthritis Gel for Hands: A Clean Routine for Grip, Gates, and Reins
February 17, 2026
Jon Conklin

Arthritis Gel for Hands: A Clean Routine for Grip, Gates, and Reins

If your hands feel stiff after a long day, you need a routine you will...
Rivers Turner, Real Rider in Mississippi, Barrel Racing Care Routine
Rivers Turner, Real Rider in Mississippi, Barrel Racing Care Routine
February 17, 2026
Jon Conklin

Rivers Turner, Real Rider in Mississippi, Barrel Racing Care Routine

Mathiston, Mississippi barrel racer Rivers Turner shares how she keeps French Fry and Triple ride...
Spring Vaccines & Sore Necks: How to Support Comfort During Injection Season
Spring Vaccines & Sore Necks: How to Support Comfort During Injection Season
February 17, 2026
Jon Conklin

Spring Vaccines & Sore Necks: How to Support Comfort During Injection Season

It’s spring vaccine season. A little neck soreness is common—but it doesn’t have to derail...
Hydration Myths in Horses | What Actually Matters and What Does Not
Hydration Myths in Horses | What Actually Matters and What Does Not
February 16, 2026
Jon Conklin

Hydration Myths in Horses | What Actually Matters and What Does Not

Hydration myths often lead riders to overcorrect or ignore simple fixes. This guide breaks down...
The Product Pile Problem: Why More Stuff Can Make Your Barrel Horse Less Consistent
The Product Pile Problem: Why More Stuff Can Make Your Barrel Horse Less Consistent
February 16, 2026
Jon Conklin

The Product Pile Problem: Why More Stuff Can Make Your Barrel Horse Less Consistent

The fastest way to get inconsistent is to change everything at once. Here’s how to...
Spring Conditioning Starts at the Walk: Rebuilding Tendon Strength After Winter
Spring Conditioning Starts at the Walk: Rebuilding Tendon Strength After Winter
February 16, 2026
Jon Conklin

Spring Conditioning Starts at the Walk: Rebuilding Tendon Strength After Winter

The fastest way to injure a horse in spring? Skipping the walk. Here’s why late‑winter...
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Jon Conklin, Founder of Draw It Out® Horse Health Care Solutions

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Use it daily for maintenance and after heavy work or hauling for recovery. Massage a thin layer directly into legs or sore areas — no need to rinse. The gel absorbs fast and leaves zero residue under wraps or boots.

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