Ensuring that you select the right saddle for your horse is vital. It not only affects the position in which the rider will sit, and therefore can be beneficial in preventing back ache or muscle pain, but it also affects the horse. No responsible horse owner would want their steed to be in discomfort and pain and so choosing the best saddle is very important. There are companies available who will measure your horse and recommend the saddles that they think are most appropria…
Giving A Foal A Good Start
Having only been a horse owner for 10 months, to suddenly find myself with a foal to care for was quite a shock.
My horse is a traditional coloured cob, prone to be a bit on the large side anyway, so she hid the foal very well. So well in fact that it was not until we found her early one morning with a foal at her side that we realised!
A call to the vet advised me that as long as the foal was suckling and the mare was calm, everything was ok, but to keep an eye on th…
Horse Breeds – American Quarter Horse
The American Quarter Horse is the first breed of horse native to the United States. The breed evolved when the bloodlines of horses brought to the New World were mixed. Foundation American Quarter Horse stock originated from Arab, Turk and Barb breeds.
Horse Breeds – Thoroughbreds
Breeding the best stallions to the best mares to produce fast race horses, giving them superiority and excellence being established on the race track. Thoroughbreds are known as Americas Racing Horse. This breed of horse runs at the race track every single day around the world.
Horse Health – Hoof Care
Hoof care is a vital part of maintaining your horses overall health. You should check your horses hooves daily, and at the very least, two to three times per week. You should becomve very familiar with what is normal and what is not, and to notice any problems that may be starting. Using this simple checklist may assist you in your daily grooming routine.
Horse Shopping Is Easier If You Do This First
Advice from a professional horse trainer to help you find and buy your perfect horse. These are the top ten things to do BEFORE you start horse shopping.
Developing The Bond Between Man And Horse
The relationship between man and horse is an enduring one. But dealing with animals is always easier and more enjoyable when you have empathy and understanding. To be able to relate to horses,you need to understand their pychology, in order to anticipate horses’reactions you have to understand how they think and why they behave in certain ways
Caring For Your Horse During The Winter
When you care for your horse, it is important to make preparations for the winter months. Horses need to be able to tolerate the cold weather and stay as healthy as possible.
Choosing the Best Bit for a Young Horse.
Choosing the best bit for a young horse is an important part of shaping their future. In this article I discuss the best types of bit for building a solid partnership.
Distinguished Decorating with Bronze Horse Statues
Decorate your home or office with beautiful bronze horse statues. Get decor ideas, gift ideas and more…
Just Horsing Around
Twelve multiple choice trivia questions about horses