After shopping at Petco I picked the brains of am employee all about vital care. Here to give you more information on whether or not this is an amazing subscription for your pet!

Just a few short ideas for your equestrian friends this holiday season!

I tried the Zimba Whitening Strips. Here are my honest thoughts!

An unscripted discussion about different popular horse blanket brands to guide you in a decision making process of purchasing a blanket.

A bonus read along for you all! Today's article is by Horse and Rider and is titled Trailer Safety Do's & Dont's updated Oct 16, 2018. Please email us (pennypinchingpony@gmail.com) if you would like the direct url link to the article. We do not own the rights to this article. These are very basic do's and Dont's for those just getting started in horses or trailering. Make sure you read up and go to as many seminars as possible to become as educated as possible on all the ins and outs of trailering.

Hoping us for a read along of THREE articles today! All articles are on thehorse.com through the horse magazine! We do not own the rights to these articles and are not the owners or authors. Article one: Summer Horse Housing: Barn or Pasture with Shade? By Nancy S. Loving, DVM July 6, 2011. Article two: Anhidrosis in Horses by Clair Thunds, PhD on June 19, 2017. Article three: Sun Protection for Horses by Erin Denney-Jonds, DVM on May 28, 2019. If you would like article specific URLs please send us an email at pennypinchingpony@gmail.com and we will gladly send it to you so you may read them yourself.

Today we are reading an article on hoof cracks. We are not the owner or author of this article. Source: The horse magazine (online). Article: Hoof Cracks: Types and Treatment. Author: Steve Sermersheim, CJF, AWCF, APF. Please email us if you would like the direct link to the article @ pennypinchingpony@gmail.com .

When it comes to making and keeping a budget, you have to consider every aspect of your life. Today's episode is how to cut costs and be budget friendly when it comes to your personal wardrobe!

It's summer, it's hot and of course with that comes the dreaded flies. Don't let fly gear destroy your budget if you don't have to! Here's some hints and tips to reduce the hassle that flies present to your four legged friends.

The basics on how to pick a boarding facility. Always consider what is best for you and your horse. This is a very basic guideline as searching for a facility is highly specific on each horse and riders individual needs. As always, I am not a vet or professional, I am just sharing the tips, tricks and research I've collected in my time as an equestrian. We also have our Instagram up and running now!! Please check us out for polls, mini hacks and more (@pennypinchingpony)

What to buy within the next few days to the end of the first month. These will obviously differ per case but these are my suggestions for directly after you buy your horse.

Before You Buy The Horse || Part Two...Things to buy first! Items I think you should have before you bring your new horse home! Obviously having additional items isn't a bad idea, but from a budget stand point, you may wish to wait so that you don't spend on non-essential items. Obviously this isn't a full list but it is a safe list. If you think I have missed anything, please share so I can review and share with other equestrians! As always-its a good idea to have a good budget in line before you buy your horse.

Thank you for clicking into The Penny Pinching Pony Podcast! This episode is all about the purchasing and searching segment of buying a new horse! These are just the things I suggest about the process but please share if you have any other tips for fellow listeners. As always, I'm not a professional or a vet, it is always going to be your decision at the end of the day so please do your research. Thank you again!

Welcome to The Penny Pinching Pony Podcast! This episode is basically introducing you to what this is all about and giving you a little background on my mares!