Driving online traffic to your equine vet practice is an ever-evolving process. Running a successful business begins with getting to know the clients you serve. Tailor your website to meet visitor needs. Answer questions, provide relevant information, and display your qualifications. Doing these things can help you build a relationship with your website visitors so they will trust you to take care of their horses.

It is a privilege to ride and compete horses, but it is an even bigger privilege to be their custodians and/or owners. With the EHV-1 outbreak in California, as with any disease outbreak, it is up to individuals to act appropriately. But how far is too far when it comes to risking contracting and spreading the virus?

And what exactly is EHV-1, and how does it affect not only you and your horse, but the industry on a whole? And will those who have broken bio-security measures to get some extra training in before the season now gets underway, head to the start box with an unfair advantage..?

Narratives unite. Every person has a story, and so does every brand. The trick is telling a good story that makes your would-be audience want to snuggle in and come back again and again. This is the storytelling equivalent to "read it again"!  We'll show you how to build a brand online and create a loyalty-worthy equestrian branding story, no filler and relatable. 

Which social media platform should my horse business be putting most time and effort into? With so many platforms to choose from, and some new ones emerging, we know it's not possible to post content effectively to all of them. So use this as a guide to decide which platforms to focus your equine brand's marketing efforts towards.

Buying your first horse is a thrilling time; your emotions are humming and your hopes high. Of course, you're flush with ideas of precisely what your ideal horse will be. It's easy to forget what to look for when buying a horse. Whether you’re selecting horses for an equine therapy business or pony rentals for children's birthdays, look no further. We've prepped you with some paramount considerations and what to look for when buying a horse, to help you choose a steed in optimum health.

EQuerry / Co is pleased to announce their partnership with the United States Equestrian Federation, supporting their Opportunity Fund. 

Do you want to know how to get your horse business off to a great start this New Year? It can be difficult to know exactly what needs doing in terms of marketing in your business, so use this as a guide to ensuring your marketing channels are ready for the year ahead, and important updates to your website, social media, or email marketing which can easily be forgotten.

Today, most horse business find it necessary to use both a website and social media for their brand, however it’s useful to understand the different roles your website and social media are playing in the building of your equine brand, despite both being a form of digital marketing.

Did you know that a social media post with at least one hashtag gets around 12.6% more engagement compared to a post without any hashtags? If your horse business is not using hashtags on social media, you could be missing out on some considerable reach, visibility, and engagement. We’ve summarised this information into 5 key tactics, to ensure your hashtags are performing and contributing to your growth strategy.

Diversity and inclusion within the equine industry is often a subject of debate. On one hand, we have a sport in which men and women can compete on equal terms in events, including the Olympics, however there are many other areas where we lack diversity and inclusion. The EQuerry / Co Team feel incredibly lucky that we are able to live and work with horses, so therefore we feel a responsibility to help create an industry where everyone can feel welcome.

It goes without saying that social media is a powerful tool when it comes to any equine business. The content you share on social media has the power to transform your equestrian brand from a nervous, unbroken 3-year-old into a competitive 4* event horse. However, it can be tricky to communicate what makes your brand unique and stand out from your competitors, which is why we’ve put together a guide for creating the perfect social media strategy.

Even in this digital era, email marketing is still considered more effective than social media, SEO, and affiliate marketing. We’re not saying that social media isn’t an invaluable marketing tool, but unlike email marketing, it’s nearly always dependent on the social network’s algorithm. With 3.8 billion email users worldwide, and over 90% of consumers checking their emails daily, the power of email marketing is undeniably great. Here are a few ways in which email marketing can benefit your equine business…

Your website is an integral part of your business as it can help you find new customers, increase reach within your niche, or raise your brand awareness. Checking your website regularly is a great habit to get into! And it’s much better finding problems yourself rather than hearing it from customers. We specifically picked these 5 checks because they can be easily forgotten but could have a surprisingly harmful effect on your brand’s reputation and growth.

Evergreen content, named after evergreen trees which keep their leaves all year round, is similar in that the content remains ‘fresh’ year after year. Evergreen content has a timeless subject matter, with no real expiration date, and can be repurposed - especially useful if you’re a rather busy equestrian business owner!

Website design is an indispensable aspect of digital marketing. Your website should be consistent with your horse brand’s overall image and feel, while accurately reflecting the purpose of your equine business. Your competitors may be just a click away, so if your website doesn’t meet the needs of your users, they’re likely to move on. When designing your website, try to make every decision from the customer’s point of view, and therefore make their visit as pleasant as possible.

Acquiring substantial visibility on Google has never been so important for sustained business growth, so we’re helping you learn the ins and outs of Google My Business to boost your SEO. Google My Business is a platform that every equine business owner wanting to be visible on Google should be taking advantage of.

It’s undeniable that the link between colour and brand identity is a strong one, and as you’re probably aware, each colour comes with often strong emotions and associations. Colour is a powerful communication tool, and colour psychology can be used to trigger particular behaviours in your customers. What are your brand’s colours and how are they building and contributing to your overall image?

Unlike WordPress, Squarespace does not need any SEO plugins. Yoast is a must-have for WordPress websites to make them as search engine-friendly as possible. And while Yoast does have its uses, its important you’re aware of its limitations too, so you can choose the best platform to build you equine business' website.

Many equine businesses are realising the value of having a strong brand ambassador program to help increase brand awareness, particularly online and social media. 92% of consumers are much more likely to believe recommendations from family and friends than direct messaging from a brand itself. Here’s some key characteristics that we believe should be prioritised during your search for your perfect brand ambassador.

Following the blog that Charlotte from Herd it Here Creative wrote for us a few weeks back, we felt it was necessary to discuss the topic further. Please see Christine, the EQuerry/Co MD and Founder, speak on the weekly The Creative Cowshed live, covering all things Squarespace vs Wordpress.