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Do Horses Always Need Electrolyte Supplements?
Draw It Out guide to whether horses need electrolyte supplements
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January 30, 2026
Jon Conklin

Do Horses Always Need Electrolyte Supplements?

Electrolyte supplements are common, but they are not always necessary. Learn when they make sense...
What Riders Get Wrong About Horse Soreness (And the Best Fix) | Draw It Out
Horse soreness recovery routine guide from Draw It Out
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January 30, 2026
Jon Conklin

What Riders Get Wrong About Horse Soreness (And the Best Fix) | Draw It Out

Most riders misread soreness. They blame the work instead of reviewing recovery, footing, hydration, and...
Salt for Horses | The Simple Role It Plays in Hydration
Draw It Out guide to salt for horses and its role in hydration
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January 29, 2026
Jon Conklin

Salt for Horses | The Simple Role It Plays in Hydration

Salt influences thirst, water intake, and electrolyte balance. Learn how salt supports hydration and when...
Dominar la resiliencia emocional: 13 estrategias para el éxito en las exhibiciones ecuestres competitivas
Mastering Emotional Resilience: 13 Strategies for Success in Competitive Horse Showing
January 28, 2026
Jon Conklin

Dominar la resiliencia emocional: 13 estrategias para el éxito en las exhibiciones ecuestres competitivas

En el mundo de las competiciones ecuestres, la fuerza emocional es tan vital como la...
Made to Make Horses Pretty Not Made for Pretty Horses
Draw It Out ShowBarn Secret grooming philosophy for real barns and real horses
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January 28, 2026
Jon Conklin

Made to Make Horses Pretty Not Made for Pretty Horses

Why ShowBarn Secret® builds grooming products for real barns and real horses, not status, optics,...
Winter Horse Stall Rest | How Limited Movement Increases Stiffness
Draw It Out winter horse stall rest guide for limited movement and stiffness
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January 28, 2026
Jon Conklin

Winter Horse Stall Rest | How Limited Movement Increases Stiffness

More stall time is often unavoidable in winter. Learn how limited movement contributes to stiffness...
The Fly Season Reset | How to Reduce Fly Pressure in 14 Days
Fly season reset for horse barns hygiene moisture turnout and fly spray routines
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January 27, 2026
Jon Conklin

The Fly Season Reset | How to Reduce Fly Pressure in 14 Days

A 14-day fly-season reset for horse barns, focused on reducing fly pressure through barn hygiene,...
Preventing the Spring Slide in Senior Horses | Draw It Out®
Senior horse spring transition guide for stiffness movement checks and workload changes
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January 27, 2026
Jon Conklin

Preventing the Spring Slide in Senior Horses | Draw It Out®

A senior horse spring-transition guide covering winter stiffness, movement checks, hydration awareness, workload changes, and...
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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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