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Enhance Equine Respiratory Health with Breathe to Run™ and Control Stallion Behavior
Enhance Equine Respiratory Health with Breathe to Run™ and Control Stallion Behavior
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Jon Conklin

Enhance Equine Respiratory Health with Breathe to Run™ and Control Stallion Behavior

Breathe to Run™ Horse Respiratory Aid not only supports respiratory health but also helps manage...
Celebrating a Decade of Draw It Out®: Ten Years of Innovation and Community
Celebrating a Decade of Draw It Out®: Ten Years of Innovation and Community
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Jon Conklin

Celebrating a Decade of Draw It Out®: Ten Years of Innovation and Community

Celebrate a decade of Draw It Out®! From early logo laughs to major product launches,...
Draw It Out® Explores Innovative Magnetic and Copper-Infused Wearables for Horses
Draw It Out® Explores Innovative Magnetic and Copper-Infused Wearables for Horses
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Jessie Harris

Draw It Out® Explores Innovative Magnetic and Copper-Infused Wearables for Horses

Draw It Out® is investigating the development of innovative wearables for horses, combining magnetic therapy...
Why Liniment Smells and Colors Trick You — And We Refuse to Play
Why Liniment Smells and Colors Trick You — And We Refuse to Play
May 23, 2024
Jon Conklin

Why Liniment Smells and Colors Trick You — And We Refuse to Play

Menthol isn’t medicine and neon green doesn’t mean power. Discover the real reason liniments smell...
Spring and Summer Horse Coat Care: Unleash the Shine with ShowBarn Secret® Powder
Spring and Summer Horse Coat Care: Unleash the Shine with ShowBarn Secret® Powder
  • Horse Grooming
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Jon Conklin

Spring and Summer Horse Coat Care: Unleash the Shine with ShowBarn Secret® Powder

Unlock the secret to a stunning horse coat this spring and summer with ShowBarn Secret®...
Effective Strategies for Managing Chronic Rainrot in Horses
Effective Strategies for Managing Chronic Rainrot in Horses
  • Horse Care
March 25, 2024
Jessie Harris

Effective Strategies for Managing Chronic Rainrot in Horses

Explore expert advice on managing chronic rainrot in horses, including preventative measures, effective treatments, and...
Combat Horse Tail Rubbing with ShowBarn Secret®: Ultimate Skin and Hair Solution
Combat Horse Tail Rubbing with ShowBarn Secret®: Ultimate Skin and Hair Solution
  • Horse Grooming
March 18, 2024
Jessie Harris

Combat Horse Tail Rubbing with ShowBarn Secret®: Ultimate Skin and Hair Solution

Struggling with your horse's persistent tail rubbing? Learn the causes and explore the benefits of...
The Soreness Sneaks In: Catching Issues Early with Draw It Out®
The Soreness Sneaks In: Catching Issues Early with Draw It Out®
March 17, 2024
Jon Conklin

The Soreness Sneaks In: Catching Issues Early with Draw It Out®

Soreness starts small—but small things become sidelining things. Stop issues before they start with Draw...
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Ask the Expert: Jon Conklin

Jon Conklin, Founder of Draw It Out® Horse Health Care Solutions

Founder Jon Conklin answers real riders’ questions about recovery, show prep, and natural performance care. If you’ve got one for him, send it in — it might show up right here next month.

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What makes Draw It Out® different from other liniments?

We’re show-safe, sensation-free, and naturally-derived. No menthol, alcohol, or burn — just deep relief built to perform. I made it because I was tired of seeing good horses react to harsh ingredients. Every batch has to pass one test: would I use it on my own horse?

Can I use Draw It Out® right before a show or event?

Absolutely. That’s what it’s made for. There’s no tingle, scent, or banned substance risk — so you can apply it before, during, or after competition without worrying about irritation or compliance issues.

How often should I apply the gel for best results?

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.

Is it safe for sensitive-skinned horses?

Yes — that’s one of our core values. Draw It Out® is free from menthol, witch hazel, dyes, and alcohol, so even the most sensitive horses get the relief they need without reaction or drying.

What’s next for Draw It Out®?

We’re always developing better ways to care for horses — from advanced recovery tools to new naturally-derived topicals. But we’ll never sacrifice our roots: show-safe, sensation-free relief for real riders.

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