Last Updated on October 19, 2022 by Allison Price Nothing is better than fresh grass growing on a healthy pasture as a horse feeds. Unfortunately, it doesn’t have enough nutrients to keep the horses healthy. Yet, they keep the horses active and alive all year round. Like others, horses need help in getting essentials to … Read more
Last Updated on October 19, 2022 by Allison Price Horse riding breeches are there to stretch and to allow for more freedom of movement when riding a horse. This allows riders to sit and ride more at ease. Instead of chafing and slipping in the saddle, they will now concentrate on training. Breeches are in … Read more
Last Updated on November 4, 2022 by Allison Price Feeds are the horse’s natural source of vitamins and nutrients. It is dependent on those meals to get all the nutrients and vitamins they need. Sometimes they don’t get enough when they only eat grass or hay because horses need more than that to have a … Read more
Last Updated on November 3, 2022 by Allison Price We always want to focus on safety every day. That’s why every time we do horse riding; we make sure we’re wearing the right pieces of equipment to keep us safe. Horse riding refers to leisure riding either in enclosed areas or on trails. These activities … Read more
Last Updated on November 4, 2022 by Allison Price Your horse’s joints power will be his motion. Thus, keeping them healthy is the key to helping him move with comfort in the next years. Whilst horses are usually for movement, we go above what their bodies are capable of. And, it is easy to overlook … Read more
Last Updated on October 19, 2022 by Allison Price Riding boots are an essential component of equestrian attire. Each piece is then designed for hacking out, and schooling. It is also for doing yard work, or competition riding. A good pair of riding boots is a necessity for a rider’s safety, comfort, and correct seating … Read more
Last Updated on October 19, 2022 by Allison Price Controlling internal parasites is the primary concern of horse doctors. But due to constant deworming, parasite resistance has become a problem. Thus, vets work with clients in developing deworming strategies. Only horses showing signs of heavy parasite load must be then treated. Most adult horses develop … Read more
Last Updated on October 19, 2022 by Allison Price Horse facilities attract a lot of visitors, and most of them are welcome to go in. People come to admire the horses in the beautiful barns and paddocks where they are usually kept. Then there are the biting insects that come uninvited. And all too often, … Read more
Last Updated on October 19, 2022 by Allison Price One of the biggest ways to show how we love and care about our horse is how we feed. Studies show you need to make sure you are giving your horse the right nutrients. Horses have unique nutritional requirements in their different life stages. Life Stages … Read more
Last Updated on October 19, 2022 by Allison Price Horse boots are usually used during riding, lunging, or turn out. This is to protect the horse’s legs from any injury. It also absorbs some of the shocks on impact as a horse’s hoof hits the ground. Horse boots can shield the legs of horses from … Read more
Last Updated on October 19, 2022 by Allison Price There are different species of flies in the world. While some are known nuisances, they can be still upsetting. Also, many species send and cause diseases. As a horse owner, it is important to practice the fly control program. This is to protect your horse’s comfort … Read more
Last Updated on October 19, 2022 by Allison Price Horseback riding can be a dangerous sport. Safe riding means staying comfortable and not allowing accidents to ruin your fun. Picking the right clothes and equipment can be stressful. There are many different items that you’ll need, and there are many options available! Basic horse riding … Read more
Last Updated on October 19, 2022 by Allison Price Supplements for horse riders, like in all sports, can reduce the amount of time required to train. It enhances your performance and recovery making this an essential in riders’ life. Supplements are a great option to maximize your recovery as well as an advantage for all … Read more
Last Updated on August 13, 2020 by Allison Price It is not uncommon for horses to get infected by pest and parasites on a normal basis, but how should you deal with it? Parasites can cause acute medical problems as well as chronic debilitation. They may be responsible for diarrhea, intestinal impact (colic), and poor … Read more
Last Updated on August 11, 2020 by Allison Price We want to be sensitive with how our horses feel, right? Especially when they are stressed out. There are many things that can make your horse stressed. Like being alone, loading and riding in a trailer, veterinary farrier and farrier work. Also, preparing for and going … Read more
Last Updated on August 11, 2020 by Allison Price Whether you ride horses or just admire how majestic they are… you might have wondered how horses sleep. Oftentimes, horses rest or sleep while standing. But this does not provide deep sleep for them. All skeletal muscles must be relaxed to fall into a deep sleep. … Read more
Last Updated on August 11, 2020 by Allison Price Horses are quite huge. And they have unique digestive systems. Because of that, you may be wondering… how many stomachs does a horse have? To answer the question, a horse has a single, non-chambered stomach. It means that horses do not have multi-compartmented stomachs as cattle … Read more
Last Updated on August 11, 2020 by Allison Price As horse owners, we want to know our horses more. And get connected to them. Most of the time, horses communicate with each other using their eyes and ears. This is according to a recent study. The horse’s eye direction and their ears can be used … Read more
Last Updated on August 8, 2020 by Allison Price What is a Steed? Steed horses are actually used or trained for riding. The noun steed is an old-fashioned way to call a horse. In Middle English, a steed is usually known as a great horse, as opposed to a palfrey, an ordinary, everyday horse. So … Read more
Last Updated on August 8, 2020 by Allison Price What is Bridle? A horse bridle is an important piece of equipment used in horse riding. It is usually used by riders to communicate with their horse while riding. It is a headgear by which a horse or other burden-bearing or pulling animal is usually governed. … Read more
Last Updated on August 8, 2020 by Allison Price What are miniature horses? These are a breed of horse that is usually known to be small in height. Their natural breeds started as larger animals. It grew smaller due to their isolated geographic climates. They can be actually found in many nations, particularly in Europe … Read more
Last Updated on August 4, 2020 by Allison Price Every horse offers something unique. Whether they look pretty in a pasture or bring home bundles of prize money. But even still, horseback riders, horse owners and investors… are willing to pay big amounts for certain kinds of horses. That is why the horse world is … Read more
Last Updated on August 4, 2020 by Allison Price A lot of horses come from the same ancestors. Or they have been crossed together over the years to produce the breeds we know today. Did you know? Quarter Horses Quarter Horse’s name came from its ability to outdistance other horse breeds. It is one of … Read more
Last Updated on August 4, 2020 by Allison Price If you’ve been taking care of horses, you can observe their physical behaviors. Most horses remain in the standing position. Because their weight places excess pressure on their internal organs when lying down. Mature or adult horses only sit or lie down for a short period … Read more
Last Updated on August 4, 2020 by Allison Price Neighing is an endearing sound. But too much of it can be disturbing or puzzling. We need to know why our horses neigh all day. So, we can help prevent it. Neighing signifies everything from courtship desires to a simple “here I am.” Why do horses … Read more
Last Updated on August 3, 2020 by Allison Price You may have just bought a horse. And you may be asking the things that horses hate and scared of. Or you may be taking horses for quite some time already. You will notice that most of the things they hate are those unknown or foreign … Read more
