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EHV-1 in Horses: Real Rider Guide to Prevention, Barn Protocols, and Travel Safety
EHV-1 in Horses: Real Rider Guide to Prevention, Barn Protocols, and Travel Safety
December 5, 2025

EHV-1 in Horses: Real Rider Guide to Prevention, Barn Protocols, and Travel Safety

EHV-1 spreads fast, but panic doesn’t help — preparation does. This Real Rider guide breaks...
Old Legends, New Era: Smart Support with EQUINE | DEFENDER™ K Tape | Draw It Out®
Old Legends, New Era: Smart Support with EQUINE | DEFENDER™ K Tape | Draw It Out®
December 1, 2025

Old Legends, New Era: Smart Support with EQUINE | DEFENDER™ K Tape | Draw It Out®

Ditch the “wrap tighter” myth. EQUINE | DEFENDER™ K Tape delivers flexible, breathable support that...
Horse Leaning on the Bit | Real Rider Resource Quick Guide
Horse Leaning on the Bit | Real Rider Resource Quick Guide
November 26, 2025

Horse Leaning on the Bit | Real Rider Resource Quick Guide

Leaning on the bit isn’t attitude — it’s compensation. This Real Rider Resource guide helps...
Horse Wobbling or Swaying Behind | Real Rider Resource Quick Guide
Horse Wobbling or Swaying Behind | Real Rider Resource Quick Guide
November 26, 2025

Horse Wobbling or Swaying Behind | Real Rider Resource Quick Guide

A wobbly or swaying hind end is never just “clumsiness.” This Real Rider Resource guide...
Horse Standing Under Themselves | Real Rider Resource Quick Guide
Horse Standing Under Themselves | Real Rider Resource Quick Guide
November 26, 2025

Horse Standing Under Themselves | Real Rider Resource Quick Guide

When a horse stands under themselves, it’s usually compensation for soreness — not a random...
Old Legends, New Era: Relief Without the Burn | Draw It Out® 16 oz Gel
Old Legends, New Era: Relief Without the Burn | Draw It Out® 16 oz Gel
November 24, 2025

Old Legends, New Era: Relief Without the Burn | Draw It Out® 16 oz Gel

The burn was never the benefit. Draw It Out® Gel brings calm, naturally derived support—no...
Horse Shifting Weight Constantly | Real Rider Resource Quick Guide
Horse Shifting Weight Constantly | Real Rider Resource Quick Guide
November 22, 2025

Horse Shifting Weight Constantly | Real Rider Resource Quick Guide

Constant weight-shifting is your horse protecting a limb, hoof, or joint. This Real Rider Resource...
Horse Carrying a Leg | Real Rider Resource Quick Guide
Horse Carrying a Leg | Real Rider Resource Quick Guide
November 22, 2025

Horse Carrying a Leg | Real Rider Resource Quick Guide

Horses don’t carry a leg “just because.” When they rest or unload the same leg...
Horse Weak Behind | Real Rider Resource Quick Guide
Horse Weak Behind | Real Rider Resource Quick Guide
November 22, 2025

Horse Weak Behind | Real Rider Resource Quick Guide

Weakness behind is one of the earliest indicators of discomfort or imbalance. This Real Rider...
Horse Cross Cantering | Real Rider Resource Quick Guide
Horse Cross Cantering | Real Rider Resource Quick Guide
November 22, 2025

Horse Cross Cantering | Real Rider Resource Quick Guide

Cross cantering is usually a discomfort or balance issue, not disobedience. This Real Rider Resource...
Horse Tripping or Stumbling | Real Rider Resource Quick Guide
Horse Tripping or Stumbling | Real Rider Resource Quick Guide
November 22, 2025

Horse Tripping or Stumbling | Real Rider Resource Quick Guide

Tripping and stumbling are early soundness clues. This Real Rider Resource guide helps riders understand...
Horse Hesitating in Transitions | Real Rider Resource Quick Guide
Horse Hesitating in Transitions | Real Rider Resource Quick Guide
November 22, 2025

Horse Hesitating in Transitions | Real Rider Resource Quick Guide

When a horse hesitates in trot or canter transitions, it’s usually discomfort — not attitude....
Prehabilitation Series

Four-Part Routine to Keep Your Horse Sound

Explore each linked guide below — short, show-safe routines built around mobility, calm activation, and sensation-free support.

LIVE Oct 28 2025

Prehabilitation for Horses

Build daily habits that prevent problems: mobility, soft-tissue priming, and smart activation.

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Publishes Nov 4 2025

Horse Pre-Show Prep: The 48-Hour Plan

Arrive loose-not-lethargic with this calm step-by-step pre-show schedule.

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Publishes Nov 11 2025

Winter Mobility Routine for Horses

Keep stride elastic in the cold with a short, sensation-free warm-up.

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Publishes Nov 18 2025

Daily Barn Routine: The 12-Minute Mobility Flow

The everyday backbone of prehab: smooth walk-in, soft-tissue support, and quick activation.

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Who writes the Real Rider Resource?
Riders, trainers, and everyday horse people in our community. Submissions are edited for clarity and safety.
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Are the routines show-safe?
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