Happy Horses Blog

Is Your Horse Ready to Level Up?
Is Your Horse Ready to Level Up?
Discover an award-winning horse training framework that helps riders build happy, responsive, and competition-ready horses. Learn how to recognize when progress stalls, understand the balance between horse and rider communication,... Read more...
Caring for Cowboys & Cowgirls Access to Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy in More Rural Communities
Caring for Cowboys & Cowgirls Access to Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy in More Rural Communities
Many rural and cowboy communities face barriers to mental-health care. Distance, cost, limited providers, and cultural stigma often prevent people from seeking support.   The Caring for Cowboys & Cowgirls... Read more...
Do Horses Actually Love Their Humans? How Horses Show Trust, Affection, and Connection
Do Horses Actually Love Their Humans? How Horses Show Trust, Affection, and Connection
Science can’t prove horses love humans the way we define love, but horses do form strong bonds and remember how being with you feels. They respond to calm energy, consistency,... Read more...
10 Tips for Buying Your First Horse (Beginner Checklist + Must-Know Red Flags)
10 Tips for Buying Your First Horse (Beginner Checklist + Must-Know Red Flags)
A 2026 Guide for New Horse Owners in Saskatchewan Buying your first horse is exciting — but it’s also a big responsibility.This guide gives you clear steps, red flags, real... Read more...
How Much Does It Cost to Own a Horse in 2026?
How Much Does It Cost to Own a Horse in 2026?
A Saskatchewan Guide for New Horse Owners If you’re preparing to bring your first horse home in 2026, we are so excited for you.  Owning a horse is one of... Read more...
The Blanketing Debate
The Blanketing Debate
Wondering if your horse needs a blanket this winter? Here’s how to decide what’s best for your horse, plus simple signs of comfort, warmth, and wellness. Read more...
Spoil Your Horse
Spoil Your Horse
Are you spoiling your horse—or stressing them out? Learn how common “comforts” like treats, blankets, and stalls impact health, and what horses really need. Read more...
The Things Cowboys and Cowgirls Don’t Talk About
The Things Cowboys and Cowgirls Don’t Talk About
Cowboys are known for their strength, grit, and independence — but what happens when those same traits keep them from asking for help? This story explores mental health, healing, and... Read more...
Practical Cold-Weather Tips to Keep You and Your Horse Warm and Happy This Season
Practical Cold-Weather Tips to Keep You and Your Horse Warm and Happy This Season
It’s not just your horse who needs winter care. These simple tips help you prep your barn, your horse, and your mindset for the cold weather and hard days ahead.  Read more...