08/22/2026
Welcome to the series of informational and humorous posts called "The Livestock Survival Guide".
This is my version of insider trading, where I give you tips and tricks from the years I've spent on large property and around 1200lbs animals that live like they pay their own vet bills.
So here's survival tip #1!
You've just finished your coffee and you're ready to go for an early morning ride. As you step out onto your porch, ready to tackle the day, there's a mysterious creature from the black lagoon standing in your pasture.
It's your beautiful horse, covered in mud from head to toe. It's dried on thick and you've tried every tool at your disposal to remove the clumps and lumps and ridges and bumps.
Now what?
I'LL TELL YOU H-WHAT.
Hydrogen peroxide in a spray bottle.
The mud will melt in minutes and make it easy to wipe off or rinse.
This can also be used on muddy boots, leg wraps, saddle pads.
Another cleaning tip for fabrics is a splash of apple cider vinegar in your washing machine with your pads, leg wraps, fly masks etc. It'll keep bacteria and smelly smells away.
This is a cost effective and time saving way of maintaining your sanity and sanitation. Great for show prep, spot cleaning, and overall tack hygiene. It can stay ready in your grooming box and you'll never be afraid of creatures from the black lagoon again!
Happy Trails and keep surviving! 🐴❤️