Corro Stories
Equine Kissing Spine: What Is It & Why It's No Longer a Career-Ending Condition
While kissing spine was once a career-ending diagnosis for performance horses, veterinary medicine has made great strides in the last 15 years, and more horse owners are seeking surgery to...
What You Need to Know About the California Wildfires & How to Prepare for a Natural Disaster with Horses
Fire season has just begun here in California and in many other parts of the United States. Over the last few weeks, I’ve been faced with a harsh reminder that...
How Jordan Allen Stays Focused & Sets Goals For The Future While Social Distancing
There’s no greater gift than being able to spend your time around horses. And no one knows that truth more than Jordan Allen. As a junior rider, she climbed the ranks...
How Do Horses Get Thrush & What Is The Best Thrush Treatment: Tips & Myth Busters For Equine Thrush
Thrush is a common, relatively non-threatening bacterial and fungal infection found mainly in the central groove of the hoof and regions adjacent to the frog. However, if left chronically untreated,...
Ask A Vet: What Are Summer Sores & How To Heal Them
Summer sores in horses are pesky and sometimes dangerous. With changing temperatures that extend warmer months, summer sores seem to be on the rise. Here’s what you need to know about these...
Overcoming Fear and Getting Back On The Horse After a Bad Fall
Falling off a horse feels like a right of passage that every equestrian will come to head with at least once. Hopefully, you're able to get right back up and...
Communicating With Horses: How to Use Longe Lessons to Develop an Independent Seat for Clear Communication
Communication between horse and rider takes place through the aids: the seat, leg, and hand. Developing an independent seat means that the aids can be used clearly, preventing confusion. Work...
5 Tips for Working with Young or Green Horses
Young horse development can be one of the most rewarding and accomplishing ventures and for some riders, it is their specialty. The process of developing young and green horses can...
What's In Your Go-To Horse Care Products: Breaking Down Common Ingredients
As consumers, more than ever, we are becoming increasingly aware of what ingredients are in the foods we eat and the products we buy. Today, consumers have more options and...
#CorroCares Spotlight: How Communication with Horses Improves the Lives of Disabled Riders at GallopNYC
There is something about horses that is good for the soul, and communicating with horses develops a unique sort of language all its own, which is evident at GallopNYC. The...
Does The Shoe Fit? 5 Tips For Choosing The Best Farrier For You & Your Horse
Looking for a new farrier to support your horse and equine program? We know the importance of having a great farrier on your team, but how do you know if...
Show Your Horse Some Love with These Homemade Horse Treat Recipes
Every day should be horse appreciation day, but if you’re looking for an extra special way to show your horse just how much you love them, why not make them...