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ASKHQ: CLIPPING CONUNDRUM

Q: I’ve heard you should only rug a horse if they’re clipped. Is that true? A: Not necessarily. Rugging decisions should be based on the individual horse’s condition, environment, and management, not just whether they're clipped. Clipped horses do lose their natural insulation and generally need rugs in colder weather, but some fine-coated, older, or…

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ASKHQ: ARENA SOUR

Q: My horse gets really stressed whenever I work him in the arena. Do I push through it, or is there a way to help him relax? A: Working in the arena is the most physically difficult thing a lot of horses do, so it is not unusual for them to take a dislike to…

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