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Caring for the Senior Competition Horse(Post)
Not every senior horse is a retiree moseying around in a pasture. With improved nutrition and care, many older horses are still kickin' it in the show pen, polo field, hunt field, or dres ...
'Treat' your Horse to one of our 3 Favorite Horse Treats!(Post)Horse treats are a staple at the barn. Many of us use treats and cookies as an equine training tool, reward or as an edible way of saying “I love you.” Evolving from sugar cubes and lumps, to ...
A Complete Guide to Prepare for a Horse Show(Post)You’ve put in the time training for your upcoming horse show –so what’s next? If you’re wondering how to prepare for a horse show, Mary’s Tack and Feed has you (and your horse) covered with helpful h ...
New Horse Essentials(Post)Gear Up for Your New Horse: Essential Products Every Equestrian NeedsYou’ve taken lessons for a while and are finally ready to take the plunge into horse ownership – congratulations! You worked close ...
How to Wash and Care for a Horse Blanket(Post)How to Wash a Horse Blanket: Expert Advice from Mary’s Tack and Feed When it comes to caring for your horse’s gear, few items are as challenging as horse blankets. They’re big, bulk ...
Do Horses Need Salt?(Post)Keeping your horse happy and healthy requires quite a bit of knowledge and care. Salt intake is one area of equine health maintenance that should not be overlooked. The amount of salt a horse consume ...
Equident Matrix Horse Supplements(Post)The Benefits of Equident Matrix Horse Supplements for Your Horse’s Health As caretakers for our equine friends, our first priority is to look after our horse’s health so they can fee ...
Emergency Preparedness for Horses(Post)Be prepared to keep your animals safe when disaster strikes. With wildfire season now classified as year-round in Southern California, Mary’s recommends that you be prepared for all emergencies — w ...
How to Measure Your Horse for a Winter Blanket(Post)How to Measure a Horse for a Winter Blanket: A Complete Sizing Guide Getting the right size horse blanket is essential for keeping your horse warm, comfortable, and protected during cold weather. A p ...
Comprehensive Horse Health with Nutrient Scoop(Post)One Stop Shop for Comprehensive Horse Health with Nutrient Scoop Our horses are more than just our steadfast companions, they are our best friends! When selecting a supplement, don’t settle fo ...
Galloping Ghouls: Breyer’s 2023 Halloween Horse, Spectre (Post)Galloping Ghouls: Breyer’s 2023 Halloween Horse, SpectreEach year, Breyer releases a select collection of limited-edition holiday horses that embody the spirit of the season in breathtaking ways. The ...
Ten Tips for Trailering Your Horse(Post)Whether you’re a hauling pro or trailer novice, confidently take on your next equine road trip with the help of Mary’s Tack and Feed trailering essentials. Versatile for a trip to a show, a visit ...
The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Horse Grooming: A Step-by-Step Approach for Equestrian Care(Post)Grooming your horse is an essential part of building a strong bond and ensuring your horse’s health and comfort. This beginner-friendly guide to horse grooming is perfect for new horse owners ...
Why Your Horse Wants to Wear a Fly Sheet(Post)Why Should My Horse Wear a Fly Sheet? That’s a good question with an easy answer. Protection! When fly season starts (which can be darn near year-round in some places) you’ll want to stop flies and ...
Reducing Your Horse's Colic Risk(Post)The word ‘colic’ is dreaded in equestrian circles. It feels like it comes on without warning and if you haven’t experienced it yourself, you know someone who has. And while most horses recover - s ...
New Year's Resolutions for Horse People(Post)It's a brand new year and a good time to set goals and try to be a better version of ourselves. What does that mean for you as a rider? Here are a few ideas to get you ...
A Man’s Dressing Guide for Horse Shows(Post)Discover some helpful hints and ideas about what male horseback riders should and can wear to a horse show in our men’s dressing guide for horse shows. We’ll cover the basics from head to toe for ...
How to Measure for a Horse Riding Helmet(Post)A helmet is an important piece of safety equipment for riding. This is true for all equestrians, whether you ride on rough trails or you do show jumping. However, a helmet won’t be able to adeq ...
Pampering Your Horse With A Spa Day(Post)Spring has sprung, and the promise of sunshine and warmth is here! The winter doldrums brought on by cloudy cold days and drizzly rain might have your pony looking a little fuzzy around the edge ...
Supporting Your Horse's Gut Health(Post)At some point in our lives, we’ve all experienced that tell-tale gut ache of indigestion, or even the intense discomfort brought on by heartburn. Now and again even a bit of bad food can leave you ...
Getting Your Horse's Base Vital Signs(Post)Temperature, Pulse, and Respiration are the basic part of any physical examination. By knowing your horse’s vital signs and knowing how to take them in an emergency you greatly increase your horse ...
Combat Infectious Disease! Lower your horse's risk.(Post)EHV-1, West Nile, Potomac Horse Fever, and many other infectious equine outbreaks in the news can easily send you into a negative spiral, especially if your horse travels and encounters other hors ...
New Year's Resolutions...For Your Horse(Post)Pssst…. Attention all equines! Yes, this blog is for YOU! The New Year is here and your human counterparts are going to be busy trying to reinvent themselves. Things may even get a little ...
How Should a Saddle Pad Fit?(Post)While there's a lot of information available about how to pick the right Western saddle or English saddle for your horse, saddle pads typically don't receive the same amount of attention. As it turns ...
All About Horse Boots(Post)Tired of your horse pulling shoes? Hitting his own legs while out in turnout? Or just wanting to support your horse as you gear up for a competition. There are many brands and types of horse ...
How to Clean Western Saddle Pads(Post)Keeping your riding gear in excellent shape is important not only for your performance, but also for the health of your horse. In particular, it's important to clean the saddle pads because they c ...
Mary’s Tack & Feed Celebrates 60th Anniversary(Post)Mary’s Tack & Feed celebrate their 60th Anniversary, Huge Western Saddle Sale and Del Mar Horsepark’s Homecoming!Join us for a wonderful weekend of celebration!Since 1963, Mary’s Tack & Fee ...
What do horses like to play with? Top Fun Toys for Horses(Post)Horses, unlike humans, don't need much sleep. Compared to our average eight hours of sleep, horses need only about three hours. At other times, horses eat, roam, exercise and, yes, play. Playful ...
Of Presidents and Horses(Post)It's President's Day! Many of our past Presidents kept pets at the White House. Dogs like: Checkers Nixon, Bo Obama, and Feller Truman. Cats like: Socks Clinton, Nip, Tuck and Snowflake Coolidge.
How to Bridle a Horse(Post)Learning how to bridle a horse is an important step for any rider. In addition to getting your horse ready to be ridden, it is an opportunity to build a good relationship with your horse by comple ...
When to Blanket a Horse(Post)If you live in a temperate climate, blanketing your horse is a very important part of horse ownership. Once the temperature dips below a certain point, it's essential to cover your horse in a warm ...
How to Measure a Horse for a Blanket(Post)A horse blanket is one of the most important parts of your horse's tack, especially if you live in a colder climate. Whether you're looking for something to protect your horse against fre ...
What are the Different Types of Horse Bridles?(Post)One of the key pieces of equipment every rider needs to know about is the bridle. There are a number of horse bridle types, each of which can be used for different styles of riding or purposes. Le ...
Air Vests: The Latest and Greatest Safety Technology for Horseback Riders(Post)No matter the discipline, equestrians can agree that horses are unpredictable. That is why good safety equipment – like a helmet – is essential for every time you get in the saddle. Your head, howeve ...
What do Tie Downs & Martingales Do for a Horse?(Post)Keeping control over your horse isn't a matter of being in charge. It's important for safety purposes since an uncontrolled horse can be dangerous. Two commons tools you can use for added control w ...
Choosing the Best Reins for You and Your Horse(Post)Comparing English and Western Reins The differences between English and Western saddles and reins are noticeable even to novice observers. The tack varies because the styles of riding have differe ...
Equine First Aid Kits: Tips for Emergency Care and Tools to Have on Hand(Post)Whether your horse is old, young, steady, or reckless, an equine first aid kit is good to have on hand. Many horse owners have a small arsenal of equine medical supplies for when their horse is injur ...
4 Steps to a Clean Barn(Post)Like everyone these days, horse owners are concerned with cleanliness and germ control to keep a clean barn for horses. Mary’s Tack and Feed carries barn cleaning supplies and sanitizing products for ...
How to Choose the Best Winter Horse Riding Gear(Post)Whether you're an experienced horseback rider looking to upgrade your winter riding apparel or you're a beginner looking for advice for staying warm during the cold weather season, there are a fe ...
5 Easy Hoof Care Tips(Post)No Hoof, No Horse: Expert Hoof Care Tips from Mary’s Tack & Feed At Mary’s Tack & Feed, we’ve spent decades working alongside horse owners, trainers, and farriers, and one ...
Mary’s Top Equine Therapy Products for Winter(Post)It’s that time of year again. With winter approaching and all the challenges the cold and wet weather brings, get ahead of the game by stocking up on some of Mary’s winter vet supplies ...
Preparing an Equine Emergency Evacuation Plan(Post)Preparing an equine emergency evacuation plan ahead of time is necessary to keep your horses safe during fires or other emergencies or disasters. Mary’s Tack and Feed has put together an Equine E ...
Smart Growth Tips for Equestrian Small Business Owners(Post)Smart growth tips for equestrian small business owners. We can dream, but running an equestrian business isn’t just about passion. It’s about smart money management, reliable financial to ...
How To Measure A Western Saddle(Post)Buying a new Western saddle is one of the most important investments a horse owner can make, and proper sizing is essential for both horse comfort and rider safety. A correctly fitted Western saddle ...
Fly Spray Showdown(Post)It can be overwhelming shopping for horse supplies in spring to early summer. You know you need to pick up some fly spray, as your horse has already started acting irritated in the stall, cross ...
Tips for a Top Tail(Post)Some horses are just born with jealousy inducing tails! While a fake tail is common in competition, tails still crave everyday attention! I have curly, dry hair that is prone to breaking, and I tr ...
Clipping Tips from Mary's Tack and Feed(Post)Shorter days, cooler weather and fuzzy ponies have arrived! Mary’s is here to help. Here are 4 clipping tips to get you started: 1) Pre-Clip Beauty Care Before you clip, your horse’s ...
Grab Your Equestrian Budget by the Reins(Post)Smart money tips for equestrians. Mary’s knows that riding horses isn’t just a hobby. The equestrian lifestyle is a full-time financial commitment. With a few simple tools and smart habit ...
How to Get Rid of Horseflies(Post)Why Flies are Attracted to Your Horse When the weather warms up, the flies come out and find their way to your stable, barn, and horses. These annoying insects aren't attracted to your animals as muc ...
Hobby Horse Freestyle Competitor Form(Page)We look forward to having you compete in this year's Customer Appreciation Day Hobby Horse Freestyle Competition! Please take a moment to send us a little more information about yourself, the name of ...
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Horse Toys and Treats(Page) How to Fit A Horse Blanket - Size & Measurement(Page)At Mary's Tack & Feed we are experts at finding the correct size horse blankets & sheets - we do it all the time! Use our handy blanket measuring and sizing guide to get the right size blanke ...
Mary's Bit Rental Program(Page)Don't know which size bit your horse needs? Are you unsure which bit will work well for your horse? Take advantage of Mary's Bit Rental Program. For a small rental fee, you can ride your horse in the ...
Points & Perks Program(Page)How it Works: Earn 1 point per $1 spent. Let’s say you spend $500 throughout the year. That’s 500 points. Now you have $10 that you can use toward goodies f ...
Promos(Page) Emergency Resources(Page)Resources for San Diego Equine Emergencies This information will help you know what to do and who to contact in case of an emergency evacuation. For ...
Nutrition: Ask Dr. Colleen(Page)Equine Nutrition with Dr. Colleen Wilson Expert Horse Feeding Advice, Supplements & Nutritional Support Equine nutrition is a vital part of what we do at Mary’s Tack and ...
About Us / Store Hours(Page)// Mary’s Tack & Feed in Del MarCONTACT US: email@marystack.comCall Toll Free 1.800.551.MARY(6279) Mary's Tack & Feed3675 Via De La Valle ...
Shipping & Returns(Page)SHIPPING Expedited Shipping Guidelines For questions or concerns, please call the store at 800-551-MARY (6279) to speak with a sales associate, confirm availability of your expedited it ...
