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Can Horses Have Twins?
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Can Horses Have Twins?
As the natural breeding season begins soon, I began to wonder why only one foal is running alongside its dam. Because cats, dogs, and other animals can give birth to multiple…
Do Horses Have Fleas?
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Do Horses Have Fleas?
There will always be exceptions to every rule. While it is possible for horses to get fleas, it is extremely rare for healthy horses to ever have flea problems. Flea-infested horses…
How Hard Can A Horse Kick?
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How Hard Can A Horse Kick?
The other day, I managed to slip my foot under one of my geldings while grooming him. It was especially painful considering the cold weather. Although he didn’t kick me, it…
Do Horses Ever Lay Down?
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Do Horses Ever Lay Down?
Horses can be ridden while they sleep. It's amazing, but it is true. But do horses ever lay down? What does it mean for horses to lay down? Because of their unique anatomy,…
Do Horses Have Nipples?
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Do Horses Have Nipples?
Horses have many similarities to other mammals, including a four-legged body with a head at one side and a tail at another. Have you ever wondered if horses also have nipples? What…
How Fast Do Horses Walk?
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How Fast Do Horses Walk?
Have you ever felt like you were flying when riding a horse, only to find out that the horse is slowing down? It's not uncommon! You'll feel a lot faster in the…
What Does It Mean When A Horse Lips You?
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What Does It Mean When A Horse Lips You?
All horse lovers agree that horses can sometimes pull off some hilarious faces. Horses will smile, sneeze and cuddle their beloved humans. What does it mean for a horse to kiss you? Horses can…
What Does It Mean When A Horse Is Gaited
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What Does It Mean When A Horse Is Gaited
Horses can move in four different gaits. However, some horses have a unique movement. So what does it mean to be gaited? Each horse can walk, trot and canter. However, certain breeds…
Why Do Horses Wear Masks?
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Why Do Horses Wear Masks?
Horses wearing masks are common if you drive by horses in pastures during summer. The masks cover the horse's entire face and are usually made of mesh. You might be wondering why horses…
What’s A Group Of Horses Called?
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What’s A Group Of Horses Called?
A group of horses grazing in the wilderness is a stunning sight! With their graceful manes, and exquisite movements, these magnificent horses look almost mythical. What is a group of horses and how does…
Understanding How Long Is A Horse Pregnant
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Understanding How Long Is A Horse Pregnant
The breeding process is carefully considered, regardless of whether it's for pleasure, performance, or show. To achieve the best horse possible, it takes a lot of effort, time, money, research, and…
How Much Does a Racehorse Weigh?
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How Much Does a Racehorse Weigh?
Racehorses can be considered elite animals. They are top athletes because of their speed, strength and power. Because they are so athletic and can reach some of the fastest speeds within the…
How Do Wild Horses Trim Their Hooves?
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How Do Wild Horses Trim Their Hooves?
Many people are curious about the care of horses in the wild, especially with the BLM Mustangs getting more media attention and celebration events being held on the east side…
What Does It Mean To Break A Horse?
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What Does It Mean To Break A Horse?
We don't mean to hurt a horse by breaking it, but we do not intend to. What does it actually mean to break a horse, though? A horse being broken is…
Horse Castration
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Horse Castration – What to Expect
Castrating horses is an easy procedure that most people are not familiar with. XLVets Equine’s Beth will explain the process and give you some tips. After all the winter spent praying…
Coughing in Horses Explained
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Coughing in Horses Explained
Horses can cough up a lot in winter because they are so busy indoors. This is especially true for those horses who live in barn-style stabling which could lead to…
Why Does My Horse Drag His Hind Feet?
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Why Does My Horse Drag His Hind Feet?
Farrier Jodhi beard explains why your horse dragged his feet and what you can do to fix it. Why does my horse drag his hind foot? There are many reasons…
Ways to Bond With Your Horse
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7 Ways to Bond With Your Horse (Without Riding!)
Vicki Yates, founder and president of the Non Ridden Equine Association UK shares her tips for strengthening your relationship with your horse without having to ride. Vicki says that spending…
Separation Anxiety in Horses
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Separation Anxiety in Horses
What is separation anxiety? Horses and ponies have strong bonds with their field companions and stable mates. This can lead to separation anxiety, which is a condition that causes fear,…
Cold Back Horse
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What to Do if You Suspect a Cold Back
It is common to use the term "cold-backed" but what does it really mean? And what can owners do to make sure their horses are not in pain? Rob Jackson, Vet,…
Effective Napping Solutions
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Effective Napping Solutions
To dispel the myths surrounding how to deal with napping equine behaviourist Michael Peace offers some effective solutions on tackling the problem. What is napping? Napping is basically what happens…
What To Do If You Suspect A Cold Back
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What to Do if You Suspect a Cold Back
It is common to use the term "cold-backed" but what does it really mean? And what can owners do to make sure their horses are happy? Rob Jackson, Vet, investigates. A…
Riding While Pregnant
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Riding While Pregnant
Justine Davies is The Expert - Justine is a journalist, doctor and rider who understands the demands of juggling a busy life with caring for horses. It is up to…
Draw or Running Reins
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Draw or Running Reins
WHAT ARE THEY? Extra long reins that are designed to pass from the rider to the bit rings and the girth. WHEN SHOULD IT BE USED? To encourage a more…
A Guide to Clipping Your Horse
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A Guide to Clipping Your Horse
Think carefully about the amount of hair you want to trim before you start cutting. Consider your horse's lifestyle, age, and workload. Can you keep him warm and well-rigged if you…
Correct Your Horse Riding Position in Walk
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Correct Your Horse Riding Position in Walk
The correct, balanced riding position will allow your horse to move freely and in balance. Russell Guire, a biomechanics expert and trainer, offers advice on how to achieve the right riding…
What Are the Steps of the Breaking in Process
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What Are the Steps of the Breaking in Process?
It is important to get everything back to the basics after breaking in. Tim Rusbridge, a New Zealand-based top-level eventer, is now based in the UK. He is passionate about young horses…
Side Reins
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Side Reins
WHAT ARE THEY?Two reins which clip to the bit rings, then run straight back to either side of horse to attach the girth/roller. WHERE SHOULD THEY BE USEED?For lungeing only. These…
What to Look for When Buying a Cob
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What to Look for When Buying a Cob
Are you thinking of buying a cob. To help you make the right choice, take a look at our advice. The ultimate horse for fun is the cob. A top-class show horse…
Parts of the Bridle
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Parts of the Bridle
You need to be familiar with the parts of the Bridle, including the browband and cheekpieces. THE BROWBAND The browband can't be adjusted so make sure it is the right…
13 signs your horse is happy
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13 signs your horse is happy
How can you tell if your horse's happy? Dr Debbie Marsden, an expert in equine behavior, explains 13 signs that you can watch for to determine how your horse feels. How…
Costs of Feeding Your Horse
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Costs of Feeding Your Horse
Feeding your horse is another expense that comes with owning a horse. Horse owners want to find the best way to feed their horses and make sure they get enough nutrition.…
Nutritional Care for Horses with HYPP
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Nutritional Care for Horses with HYPP
Hyperkalemic Periodic Parlysis (HYPP), a rare genetic disease, can be traced back only to one quarter horse sire named Impressive. This condition affects more than 4% of all quarter horse breeds.…
Building A Horse's Topline
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Building A Horse’s Topline
Henneke Body Condition Scoring System is the industry standard for evaluating horses' diets. The Henneke Body Condition Scoring System is a scale from 1 to 9, with 9 being very obese…
Supporting the Horse with EPM
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Supporting the Horse with EPM
Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis is a condition that affects horses' central nervous systems. It is caused by two protozoan species. Most common Sarcocytis neurala and less frequently Neospora hudhesi. Sarcocytis neurala is transmitted by the opossum. Neospora Hughesi is…
Things to Expect When Dating a Horse Girl
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10 Things to Expect When Dating a Horse Girl
Your mom loves her, she's funny and sweet, and her best friend is a horse. This new relationship will bring you barn gossip, sweat, and more sawdust than your imagination.You're ready…
Do Horses Miss Their Owners and Like Humans?
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Do Horses Miss Their Owners and Like Humans?
You've likely wondered if your horse misses you if you aren't there. Although every horse owner would like to believe that they do, it is important to recognize that each horse…
Signs a Horse is Angry
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10 Signs a Horse is Angry
It is important to understand the basic body language of horses if you want them to be safe. You can avoid potentially dangerous conflicts and accidents by knowing when horses are…
Ways Horses Show Affection to Humans
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5 Ways Horses Show Affection to Humans
Horses and humans have been close friends for centuries. Horses are not just a means of transport, but they also serve as close companions to humans. Horses are social animals. They…
Is Horse Racing Cruel
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Is Horse Racing Cruel?
Horse racing is a controversial topic within the equestrian community and animal rights community. Protests around the world have been sparked by racehorse treatment issues. Horse racing is cruel in a world…
How to Approach & Pet a Horse Safely
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How to Approach & Pet a Horse Safely
Horses love attention and are very friendly. Horses love affection and it is important to be able to approach them properly so they don't become scared. For your safety, it is…
Hinny & Mule Differences Hinny Vs Mule
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Hinny & Mule Differences: Hinny vs Mule
Donkeys and horses are often bred together to have the ability to cross their characteristics to make a mule, or a hinny. Although mules and hinnies can be described as a…
How Fast & Far Can A Horse Drawn Carriage Travel
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How Fast & Far Can a Horse-Drawn Carriage Travel?
Horses have been transport for thousands of years. Transport by horse-drawn carriages has been possible for thousands of years. Although cars are now the primary source of transportation, horses-drawn wagons still…
Warm Blood, Hot Blood & Cold Blood Horse Breeds
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Warm blood, Hot blood & Cold blood Horse Breeds
We are not referring to a horse as a "hot, cold, or warm" horse. Instead, we are referring to different horses that are grouped together based upon their temperament, build and movement,…
Are Horses Native To North America
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Are Horses Native to North America?
Spanish conquistadors introduced the domestic horse to North America in the 15th Century. But did you know horses were roaming the Americas before the arrival of the settlers? The modern domestic…
40 Interesting Facts About Horses
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40 Interesting Facts About Horses
Anybody who has ever seen a horse knows that they are special, beautiful creatures. These animals are more than meets the eyes. For thousands of years, horses have been our trusted…
9 Common Native American Horse Breeds
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9 Common Native American Horse Breeds
Native Americans have had horses since the 17th century. They used them in all aspects of their daily lives. They either rescued them from the wild or obtained them from Spanish…
Best Heated Water Troughs
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Best Heated Water Troughs
Water troughs can freeze in winter. There are many water trough heaters that can be used to heat water for horses and livestock. Water trough heaters heat units designed to prevent…
Horse Spirit
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Horse Spirit Animal Meaning & Symbolism
You're sure to have a great time riding a horse. Horses are adventurous and free-spirited, which is why this horse spirit animal is so great. This horse spirit animal will help you…
Chemical Ejaculation
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Chemical Ejaculation
Summary The procedure of "pharmacologically inducing ex copula Ejaculation" may be used to collect stallion's sperm from horses suffering from physical disabilities or ejaculatory malfunction. This procedure is also known as "chemical…
White Line Disease in Horses
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White Line Disease in Horses
What is White Line Disease? White line disease, a fungal infection of the horse's hoof, can cause splitting of the hoof wall at the white line (inner soft and fibrous…
Managing Mares In Heat
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Managing Mares In Heat
You can influence your mare's breeding cycle for performance reasons or horse breeding. Some mares don't change much when they get into heat, while others can be unpredictable due to…
Regumate for Horses
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Regumate for Horses
Regumate is a generic name for altrenogest, a synthetic hormone. Regumate is the only medication that has been proven to exhibit progesterone-type biologic activities in horses. Regumate is used in the clinical…
5 Common Sport Horse Injuries
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5 Common Sport Horse Injuries
You can find out if your horse is at high risk for these sidelines, including deep digital flexor tendon and suspensory ligament injuries. How can a horse be like a…
Tendons and ligament injuries
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Tendons and ligament injuries
Tendon injuries Tendons are elastic strap-like structures that connect muscles to the bones they serve. Tendons are usually short and rarely broken. The tendons that run along the limbs can be damaged…
Carpal Hygroma in Horses
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Carpal Hygroma in Horses
What is Carpal Hygroma and how can it help you? Horses spend a lot of time on their feet, so it is important to keep their legs in good shape. This…
Ways To Know Your Horse Trusts You
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Ways To Know Your Horse Trusts You
The horse is just as important as the human in a human-equine partnership. Our equine friends should not be trusted 100 percent. Sometimes they forget they are much smaller than they are. We…
Why Do Horses Eat Feces?
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Why Do Horses Eat Feces?
Horses should be fed small amounts of food several times per day. Sometimes, they will eat more than what we give them. Horses eating strange things, such as wood, is something you…
Do Horses Actually Like To Be Ridden?
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Do Horses Actually Like To Be Ridden?
Every friendship requires giving and taking. Do you give enough to your horse so they can enjoy your friendship? Horses were wild and free before man could adapt them to his needs. Horse…
Snaffle Bit
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What Is A Snaffle Bit And How Does It Work?
There are two main types of bits: the snaffle or the leverage bit. This article will discuss what constitutes a "snaffle", the various types of snaffles and the uses of different…
Read Your Horse's Ears
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How To Read Your Horse’s Ears
Most people will ask, "How do horses communicate?" Most people will answer the question "How do horses communicate?" with vocal communication such as whinny or neigh. Horses communicate in a subtler way. Horses…
Facts About The Appaloosa
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8 Fascinating Facts About The Appaloosa
Appaloosas are well-known for their gorgeous spots. But there's so much more to this beautiful horse. This horse is an American breed, which was developed by the Nez Perce. These are 8…
Do Horses Like To Swim?
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Do Horses Like To Swim?
The horse cautiously approaches the water. The horse puts his nose down and begins to investigate the water. He slowly wades into it. The horse is urged to go forward, into deeper…
Rules For Proper Hay Storage
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7 Rules For Proper Hay Storage
Hay is the preferred diet for horses and a valuable commodity for horse owners. When our hay stock is low, we research the best suppliers. We care so much about our hay,…
Are Horses Capable of Love?
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Are Horses Capable of Love?
There are many strong opinions about this topic. Some believe horses can love their humans. Some horses only love their own herd. It all depends on how you define love. What's your definition…
Foods You Should Never Feed Your Horse
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15 Foods You Should Never Feed Your Horse
We all know that a healthy diet is vital for horses' well-being. However, it's okay to treat them with special treats every once in a while. Peppermints, sugar cubes and apples…
Why Horses Kick And How To Teach Them To Stop
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Why Horses Kick And How To Teach Them To Stop
Understanding why horses kick is important. This knowledge can be used to help horses stop kicking. Horses are prey animals. They have been using a hierarchy system of herds for survival of the…
Why Horses Show Their Teeth
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4 Reasons Why Horses Show Their Teeth
Ever wonder why your horse pulls his lips back? Perhaps you have seen your horse show off his pearly whites to another horse and wondered what he was saying. Terri Jay is a…
Common Horse Sounds
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Common Horse Sounds and Their Meanings
Have you ever wondered what your horse is telling you? Complex language is a hallmark of horses. Many equestrians have made it their life's work to understand the language and behavior of…
Most Common Horse Colors
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The 10 Most Common Horse Colors
Horses are incredible creatures. Horses are magnificent, beautiful, and can be heart-warming. Just like our hair and eyes, horse coat colors depend on genetics. Horse colors are derived from red, black, and bay. But…
Dun Horse
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Dun Horse Facts You Might Not Have Known
What is the first thing that comes to your mind when you think of a wild horse? Our minds tend to think of Spirit, Stallion, or the Cimarron horse. Or maybe…