Contents
- 1 About
- 2 Articles
- 2.1 SACROILIAC JOINT
- 2.2 “slobbers” or hypersalivation
- 2.3 CROP VS DRESSAGE WHIP – WHAT TO USE WHEN
- 2.4 WHAT DO THE DRESSAGE LETTERS REALLY MEAN?
- 2.5 EQUINE UVEITIS
- 2.6 Can Horses Really Smell Fear? Yes, And That’s Not All
- 2.7 What To Do About ‘Parrot Mouth’
- 2.8 How Cold Is Too Cold To Ride?
- 2.9 Here’s What To Keep In Mind When Giving Your Horse Omeprazole For Gastric Ulcers
- 2.10 Soft Eyes: Tap Into the Power of Your Gaze
- 2.11 ESTIMATING THE MATURE HEIGHT OF A FOAL, METHOD 2
- 2.12 Does Bermuda grass hay cause colic
- 2.13 Horse intestinal stones
- 2.14 What You Need to Know About Riding Double
- 2.15 STRAW FOR BEDDING
- 2.16 What Is Oat Grass Hay and How Can It Benefit Horses?
- 2.17 Whats the difference between a 2 stage vetting and a 5 stage vetting?
- 2.18 What’s the best chaff for laminitic horses or horses suffering EMS (Equine Metabolic Syndrome)?
- 2.19 6 Life Lessons We Can Learn From Horses
- 2.20 Beneficial Plants & Herbs For Horses
- 2.21 How Much Sleep Do Horses Need?
- 2.22 The Benefits Of Linseed Oil For Horses
- 2.23 Greasy Heel
- 2.24 Strangles in Horses
- 2.25 Rain Scald
- 2.26 The Expectant Mare and Foaling
- 2.27 Still Waiting for your Foal?
- 2.28 REDUCE EIPH (LUNG BLEEDING) IN HORSES
- 2.29 Four ways to build your horse’s core
- 2.30 Loaning a horse – What should you do if you are the loanee?
- 2.31 Your horse’s health: seven subtle signs to look out for
- 2.32 5 common horse winter skin conditions
- 2.33 How to Poultice a Horse Hoof
- 2.34 What Your Vet Team Wants You To Know Before Euthanizing Your Horse
- 2.35 How Much Do Hock Injections Cost For A Horse?
- 2.36 What is a Caslicks procedure and why do some mares need them?
- 2.37 Getting your mare ready for the breeding season
- 2.38 HOW TO MANAGE EQUINE ASTHMA
- 2.39 How Do Wild Horses Clean Their Sheath?
- 2.40 Why do Horses Have Big Willys?
- 2.41 Your Guide to Colic Surgery in the Horse
- 2.42 Stringhalt
- 2.43 Sidebone
- 2.44 Diarrhea and Fecal Water Syndrome in Horses
- 2.45 Tying Up in Horses & Muscular Health
- 2.46 What to do if Your Horse is Colicking
- 2.47 Signs Of Copper Deficiency In Horses
- 2.48 Teeth Floating: Wild Horses Vs. Domestic Horses
- 2.49 Do horses get braces? – 6 things to know about your foal’s smile
- 2.50 8 Things to STOP Doing to Your Horse’s Sheath
- 2.51 How a Dewormer Works is Just as Important as Why
- 2.52 Liver Disease
- 2.53 Corticosteroids
- 2.54 Identification and treatment of encysted small redworms
- 2.55 What Does Green Broke Mean?
- 2.56 Saddle Donkeys
- 2.57 How do Donkeys show affection?
- 2.58 Case Study of a Horse Struck by Lightning
- 2.59 7 Signs She’s Ready to Foal
- 2.60 TOP FIVE TIPS & TRICKS: ORAL MEDICATIONS FOR YOUR HORSE!
- 2.61 How to identify signs of hindgut ulcers and how to treat
- 2.62 Top Tips on how to use sucralfate for horses, the how, when and why
- 2.63 Tetanus
- 2.64 Ragwort poisoning
- 2.65 Equine herpes virus
- 2.66 A CURE FOR SEEDY TOE
- 2.67 Beware of Bareback Pads with stirrups
- 2.68 Equine Warts
- 2.69 When Is a Horse Considered ‘Old’?
- 2.70 Anti-Inflammatory Medications to Keep on Hand at Horse Farms and Stables
- 2.71 Avoid Deterioration of Horse Stall Mats
- 2.72 5 Signs Your Horse Might Be Vitamin E Deficient
- 2.73 Horse Sweating in Stall: Warning Signs and What’s Normal
- 2.74 Twelve Plants Poisonous To Horses
- 2.75 TOP FIVE TIPS & TRICKS: ORAL MEDICATIONS FOR YOUR HORSE!
- 2.76 Why Do Donkeys Hate Dogs?
- 2.77 What Does It Mean When A Donkey Brays?
- 2.78 9 DIFFERENT TYPE OF HORSE COMPETITIONS YOU SHOULD KNOW!
- 2.79 HOW LONG CAN A HORSE RUN WITHOUT STOPPING?
- 2.80 Windpuffs in Horses: Should You Be Concerned?
- 2.81 Nerves and Bloodflow – Keeping the Hoof Alive
- 2.82 Ever Heard of the Phrase, A Horse Has Five Hearts?
- 2.83 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT PSSM
- 2.84 Foal Hoof Care
- 2.85 The Horse’s Frog
- 2.86 LET’S PLAIT – OUR EASY TO FOLLOW GUIDE FOR MANES!
- 2.87 HOW DOES HACKING OUT HELP MY HORSE?
- 2.88 Pumpkin Poppies (Homemade Horse Treats)
- 2.89 Freezing Water Troughs
- 2.90 Why Your Horse Needs A Prolite Girth!
- 2.91 Rock Salt vs. Mineral Block: Which is Best for My Horse?
- 2.92 5 Reasons Horses Eat Dirt | What You Should (or Shouldn’t) Do About It
- 2.93 Salt vs. Electrolytes for Horses: What’s the Difference?
- 2.94 Making Cents Out of Horse Feed Costs
- 2.95 BUMPS ON HORSES SKIN
- 2.96 Quidding – More Than Just a Funny Word
- 2.97 5 EASY ACUPRESSURE POINTS TO USE ON YOUR HORSE
- 2.98 THE IMPORTANCE OF SOAKING HAY PELLETS
- 2.99 THE DEFINITION OF A HEART HORSE
- 2.100 Peppermint Treats Are Ok For Your Horse
- 2.101 Getting Ready for a Horseback Ride Day at Timber Valley Ranch
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SACROILIAC JOINT
Horses suffering from sacroiliac pain can cause performance problems that can be difficult to manage. Understanding the anatomy of horses is essential to understanding why they develop this condition. The pelvis…
“slobbers” or hypersalivation
"Slobbers" and hypersalivation in horses. Slobbers might bring up images of St Bernards drooling in hot weather. However, if your horse is slobbering it is time for you to take…
CROP VS DRESSAGE WHIP – WHAT TO USE WHEN
A riding crop is a whip that's used to attach the horse's shoulder to the ground. It is used with horses of all ages, including green horses and riders. It helps me…
WHAT DO THE DRESSAGE LETTERS REALLY MEAN?
We were recently asked what dressage letters meant at our first workshop. Or, more precisely, why are they not A-B-C–D etc. It left us both feeling a bit confused. It's not so…
EQUINE UVEITIS
What is UVEITIS and what causes it? Uveitis is an inflammation of the uveal system of the eye. The iris, ciliary body, and choroid make up the uveal system. These structures are…
Can Horses Really Smell Fear? Yes, And That’s Not All
Recall your first encounter with horses. Did you know that horses can smell fear? That was sound advice. When someone smells a certain chemosignal, they emit that same chemosignal. Chemosignals, which are chemical…
What To Do About ‘Parrot Mouth’
QUESTION What is "parrot mouth", and how can it be solved? DR. BRAD TANNER Parrot mouth refers to the position of the upper lip that is forward and lower than the lower. This is…
How Cold Is Too Cold To Ride?
Horse world debates over what temperature is too cold to ride are similar to blanketing. This issue has been brought up by the unusually cold weather in the United States. Some…
Here’s What To Keep In Mind When Giving Your Horse Omeprazole For Gastric Ulcers
Gastric ulcers and Thoroughbreds are like ants and picnics. Omeprazole, a medication that can treat or prevent gastric cancer, is very popular in the racing world. It also has significant welfare…
Soft Eyes: Tap Into the Power of Your Gaze
Soft eyes are not a new concept. Sally Swift in her 1985 landmark book. Centred riding This was the first time that riders were introduced to this style of looking. However, the soft…
ESTIMATING THE MATURE HEIGHT OF A FOAL, METHOD 2
Can you estimate the size of a foal when they reach maturity? There is no single mathematical formula that can accurately predict a foal's mature size. However, there are many methods…
Does Bermuda grass hay cause colic
Some people advocate against feeding horses Bermuda grass hay. This has been linked to ileal-cecal impotence. Mild to severe colic and obstruction of the intestinal lumen at junction of the cecum…
Horse intestinal stones
Points of interest Intestinal stones can form when certain elements like magnesium, ammonium and phosphate crystallize within the hindgut. The most common forms are spherical and tetrahedral. Horses may have one…
What You Need to Know About Riding Double
Many novice riders are curious if it is okay to ride two horses. There are many factors that can affect the answer to this question. We will discuss all the reasons why you shouldn't…
STRAW FOR BEDDING
Straw is the fibrous crop residue of plants that have been harvested for their seeds. The straw in Standlee is the leftovers of wheat or barley cultivation. After harvesting the wheat or…
What Is Oat Grass Hay and How Can It Benefit Horses?
Oats can be considered a cereal crop that is grown for its seed/grain. Oat grains are a staple food for livestock and have been used for centuries to provide energy for…
Whats the difference between a 2 stage vetting and a 5 stage vetting?
When clients are thinking about buying horses, one of my most frequent questions is whether they should have a pre-purchase examination (or a two stage vetting). This is a hard…
What’s the best chaff for laminitic horses or horses suffering EMS (Equine Metabolic Syndrome)?
Chaff is an essential part of horses' diet. It can be combined with a vitamin and mineral supplement or balancer to create a low-calorie balanced diet. For older laminitic horses, it…
6 Life Lessons We Can Learn From Horses
Fleeting. Graceful. Powerful. Sensitive. Although the beautiful, humble horse is well-known for its many qualities, we should not ignore their ability to make human lives better. Let's take a look at six things horses can…
Beneficial Plants & Herbs For Horses
Science has made it possible to find a variety of medications that can be used to treat horses' medical problems. Most equine conditions and diseases can be treated by your vet…
How Much Sleep Do Horses Need?
It can be hard to track how much sleep your horse gets. Horses are polyphasic, unlike people who get all their sleep in one long snooze. Horses can sleep multiple times throughout…
The Benefits Of Linseed Oil For Horses
A horse's natural diet features minimal fat. The majority of forage has only 2 to 3 percent fat, while cereals have a maximum of 5 percent fat. Linseed oil can be a…
Greasy Heel
What is it and how can you avoid it?Greasy Heel, also known as pastern dermatitis, is an inflammatory condition that affects the skin's lower limbs. It is a non-pigmented form…
Strangles in Horses
What are Strangles? Strangles is caused by Streptococcus, a bacteria. equi. This is a highly contagious disease that can be transmitted to horses, donkeys, and mules. Young horses are most likely to be affected…
Rain Scald
What is rain scald? Rain scald results in the formation matted scabs, which are usually found on the back and rump of the skin. What causes Rain ScaldDermatophilus congolensis is the…
The Expectant Mare and Foaling
Many horse owners worry about the expected birth of a foal out of a favorite mare. Your veterinarian should be consulted as soon as possible to provide advice and help. It…
Still Waiting for your Foal?
All of us want to meet the new baby! When is the due date for foal? Horses can go to foal in a normal gestation of 340 days. However, the average gestation…
REDUCE EIPH (LUNG BLEEDING) IN HORSES
Horses can suffer silent injuries such as exercise-induced pulmonary hemorhage (EIPH) which is also known to horses. It occurs deep in the lungs and trainers and riders may not be…
Four ways to build your horse’s core
What is the importance of a strong core for your horse's health? Core stability refers to the strength of your horse's abdominal and back muscles. Strong core stability supports your horse's…
Loaning a horse – What should you do if you are the loanee?
The loanee will be able to see that the horse is suitable for your purpose and the requirements of the owner. You are the loanee and you agree to pay livery…
Your horse’s health: seven subtle signs to look out for
Although your horse may have quirky behavior, it could be indicative of a more serious condition. How can you tell the difference in an unusual, but benign, behavior and a sign…
5 common horse winter skin conditions
Winter conditions can be difficult for horse owners. How to spot winter skin conditions and how to treat them. What causes winter skin problems for horses? It is easy to answer:…
How to Poultice a Horse Hoof
A foot abscess is when bacteria and foreign matter get into the hoofs of horses and causes lameness. You should immediately contact your veterinarian if you suspect that the infection has…
What Your Vet Team Wants You To Know Before Euthanizing Your Horse
Dr. Andy Roark published an excellent article entitled "5 Things This Tech Wishes you Knew Before Euthanizing". It provides useful information on how pet owners can make the process easier…
How Much Do Hock Injections Cost For A Horse?
Did you know that there is a wide range of costs for hock injections from different vets? Have you ever wondered why? There are many different types of "hock injections". It is…
What is a Caslicks procedure and why do some mares need them?
Recently, I saw an advertisement for a broodmare that stated it could not have any Caslicks. This got me thinking about the negative stigma. A mare that does not have…
Getting your mare ready for the breeding season
It is easier to think of warm tea and log fires in winter than it is about getting your horses ready for breeding season. Now is the right time! We can…
HOW TO MANAGE EQUINE ASTHMA
"Equine Asthma", yep that's right, the new name for "heaves," RAO," COPD or any other term we have used over the years. There are two types of this condition, "summer-pasture-associated"…
How Do Wild Horses Clean Their Sheath?
You may have been a horse owner, and you might have learned that the horse's sheath must be cleaned at the least once every six months. The horse could be exposed…
Why do Horses Have Big Willys?
Horses are beautiful, pure animals with a stunning aesthetic. Horses are loved for their personal and loving natures. There are over 10 million horses in the United States alone. There are many…
Your Guide to Colic Surgery in the Horse
Would you be able to quickly make a decision if your horse required emergency colic surgery? This article will walk you through the entire process, from start to finish. We'll explain…
Stringhalt
What is it? Stringhalt is a neuromuscular disorder in the hindquarters. It can be caused by pasture weeds, but it can also happen for unknown reasons. This is sometimes called "goosestepping"…
Diarrhea and Fecal Water Syndrome in Horses
Horses with frequent, loose stool can be mild, chronic diarrhea, which is not a problem but does not affect their overall health, to severe, acute diarrhea, which is a medical…
Tying Up in Horses & Muscular Health
Exertional rhabdomyolysis (tying up) in horses can cause muscle pain, stiffness and excessive sweating. It is also known as muscle pain. It was once known as "Monday Morning Soreness", but it's…
What to do if Your Horse is Colicking
Colic (or abdominal pain in horses) can be short-term, mild, and often go unnoticed. However, it can become a severe, persistent discomfort that cannot be corrected even with surgery. All horse…
Signs Of Copper Deficiency In Horses
Did you know that horses with black skin, which also includes grays, require more copper than other horses? Bays and chestnuts may appear washed-out with lighter-colored coats than usual, while blacks…
Teeth Floating: Wild Horses Vs. Domestic Horses
Our horses most commonly have abnormal tooth wear. This can cause problems with chewing and digestion which can lead to weight loss. Other serious dental conditions, including death, can be caused by it.…
Do horses get braces? – 6 things to know about your foal’s smile
HOW SOON IS IT TOO SOON TO HAVE THE TEETH OF YOUR HORSE CHECKED! A brief oral exam should be done as part of the initial post foaling examination. Your veterinarian…
8 Things to STOP Doing to Your Horse’s Sheath
Regular sheath cleaning is a part of caring for horses. The sheath covers not only the interior of the prepuce (the exterior sheath), but also the head, shaft and inner folds of…
How a Dewormer Works is Just as Important as Why
Although we don't enjoy thinking about them, they are there. These parasites are a problem. They live in our paddocks, and eventually make their home in our horses. The anthelmintic is your…
Liver Disease
Horses are prone to liver disease. It can be difficult to determine the cause of liver disease, despite this being a common problem in horses. The main organ responsible for the metabolism,…
Corticosteroids
Corticosteroids (or'steroids') is a powerful anti-inflammatory drug that's used often to treat lameness. There are many chemicals that can be used to treat lameness, but we use most often triamcinolone Acetonide…
Identification and treatment of encysted small redworms
Cyathostomins, small redworms, are the most harmful parasitic worms found in horses. They can be identified and treated between December and February. The larvae hibernate inside the gut wall during…
What Does Green Broke Mean?
Do you find yourself stuck trying to figure out the meaning of certain terms in relation to a niche? Although it can be difficult to stay up-to-date on terms you need…
Saddle Donkeys
Are you a fan of riding donkeys? Do you dream of riding donkeys, aka. saddle donkeys? You are not the only one. There has been an increase in interest in saddle donkey…
How do Donkeys show affection?
Donkeys can be very affectionate once you trust them. This is why I thought I'd write about my experience with donkey behavior and a bit about my own. It is…
Case Study of a Horse Struck by Lightning
Although lightning strikes are not common for horses, this gelding and 5 of his stable mates were struck by lightning while they were in their stable. It was obviously not a…
7 Signs She’s Ready to Foal
Are you anxiously waiting to see if your mare will give birth to the precious foal that you have been imagining for 11 months? A mare's foaling date will be calculated…
TOP FIVE TIPS & TRICKS: ORAL MEDICATIONS FOR YOUR HORSE!
It can be difficult to get your horse to use their medication. It doesn't matter if your horse is stubborn or suspicious, it is crucial to give the right dosage of…
How to identify signs of hindgut ulcers and how to treat
The hindgut of horses is huge and serves many important functions. It is where the horse's fibre is fermented in order to produce energy. The presence of ulcers in the hindgut may…
Top Tips on how to use sucralfate for horses, the how, when and why
Sucralfate for horses can be used to treat both gastric and hindgut disorders. Suprafate is used in combination with Omeprazole for horses suffering from gastric ulcers. This will help your horse feel better…
Ragwort poisoning
The British Equine Veterinary Association conducted a survey with the BHS and reported 284 cases in 2002 of horses suffering from liver failure due to ragwort poisoning. However, this is…
Equine herpes virus
EHV refers to a group of five herpes viruses that are related and can be associated with a number of diseases. These viruses are classified as EHV 1, 2, 4, and…
A CURE FOR SEEDY TOE
Seedy toe is a common condition in horses' hooves. It can be best described as a fungal infection that enters the white line through which it has been weakened by…
Beware of Bareback Pads with stirrups
If you add stirrups on a structure without a tree or spinal channel, it is easy for the pad slip when the rider becomes unbalanced and places more weight in…
Equine Warts
The most common equine cancer is papillomatosis, also known as equine warts. It is caused by the virus papillomavirus. Three types of clinical signs can be identified: mucocutaneous (lips), skin with hair,…
When Is a Horse Considered ‘Old’?
Your 20-year old gelding is beginning to look more senior. He has more bounce and sway to his steps, but he doesn't seem as active. Horses don't tend to become more…
Anti-Inflammatory Medications to Keep on Hand at Horse Farms and Stables
Horse owners are well aware that horses can be prone to musculoskeletal injuries. This can lead to pain and lameness. Colic can be caused by intestinal inflammation. There are many medications that…
Avoid Deterioration of Horse Stall Mats
Question: I have stalls that were professionally mattened over crushed rock around 20 years ago, and others that were done approximately three years ago. The mats are starting to lift as…
5 Signs Your Horse Might Be Vitamin E Deficient
Vitamin E is one of two vitamins horses can't produce in their own bodies. It is an essential part of horse's diet. Vitamin E is essential for horses' nerve and muscle…
Horse Sweating in Stall: Warning Signs and What’s Normal
Horses will sweat when it is hot outside or after they have exercised. Your horse's natural way to cool down and reduce his temperature is by sweating. Horses sweat differently than humans.…
Twelve Plants Poisonous To Horses
We will be discussing twelve poisonous plants for horses. Learn how to identify them and how to tell if your horse is toxicity. Oleander can be described as a shrub. It has pointed,…
TOP FIVE TIPS & TRICKS: ORAL MEDICATIONS FOR YOUR HORSE!
It can be difficult to get your horse to use their medication. It doesn't matter if your horse is stubborn or suspicious, it's important to give the right dosage. Here are some…
Why Do Donkeys Hate Dogs?
Donkeys have deep-rooted skills for self-preservation. What are the predators of the donkey? There are many predators for the donkey, including coyotes, wolves and bear, as well as cougars and bears. The dog…
What Does It Mean When A Donkey Brays?
First is essential to learn donkey communication and behavioral traits. Rio, Rio the Mammoth donkey, is an introvert. He has never let out a full bray. Rio is 15 years old. Rio…
9 DIFFERENT TYPE OF HORSE COMPETITIONS YOU SHOULD KNOW!
Horse contests can help you discover your horse's limitations. It is possible that you may be amazed at how a horse can leap over the wooden fence, and believe this is the only…
HOW LONG CAN A HORSE RUN WITHOUT STOPPING?
Horses are among the most renowned animals for their ability to run fast in the wild. How long can a horse run without stopping? 3 Days It's amazing! You can also learn more…
Windpuffs in Horses: Should You Be Concerned?
Windpuffs can be described as fluid-filled, soft enlargements that occur at the side of the fetlock joints towards the rear. These swellings can range from a long-standing, symptomless condition with no…
Nerves and Bloodflow – Keeping the Hoof Alive
Do you need some scientific jargon? Recently, I found a wonderful article by Dr. Robert Bowker entitled "Nerves and Nerves, Nerves, & Nerves: Why are They So Important to The Horse?"…
Ever Heard of the Phrase, A Horse Has Five Hearts?
The heart pumps blood through the arteries to circulate the body. The blood flows from the heart through the arteries into the capillaries, then into the venules, and finally into the…
THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT PSSM
Horses with muscular disorders are a common cause for disability and poor performance. Polysaccharide storagemyopathy (PSSM), is a common cause of recurrent episodes in muscle disease. It affects Quarter Horses and Paint…
Foal Hoof Care
The foaling season is here. You can help your foal get a solid foundation for hoof care if you have one or more. Young horses with crooked legs can be a problem,…
The Horse’s Frog
February 21, 2019, Pete Butler Categories: anatomy, horsefoot care, history of horseshoeing 0 comments Tags : Butler farrier schools and Butler horseshoeing school, basic farrier training, Butler Professional Farrier Schools,…
LET’S PLAIT – OUR EASY TO FOLLOW GUIDE FOR MANES!
The plait. All of us have been there. Early on show mornings, fiddling with thread and bands, cold fingers, horses who can't hold their heads and neck still. Many people cringe at the…
HOW DOES HACKING OUT HELP MY HORSE?
While some people love hacking, others don't like it. Some do it for exercise, while others enjoy it for relaxation. Today's blog will discuss how hacking can benefit your horse both mentally and physically.…
Pumpkin Poppies (Homemade Horse Treats)
My son began riding horses in 2017 and one of his first horses was a 29-year-old Morgan gelding called Poppy. He was and is a very special horse. He was a very special…
Freezing Water Troughs
Winter presents a new set of challenges for horse owners, including snowballs in their feet and protection from the elements. One thing that most owners forget to think about is keeping…
Why Your Horse Needs A Prolite Girth!
Are you a Prolite Girth owner? They have been receiving a lot of positive feedback. They are also one of the most expensive options. It begs the question: Are they worth it? We are looking for…
Rock Salt vs. Mineral Block: Which is Best for My Horse?
Every horse needs access to quality rock or mineral blocks. But which one is the best for your horse's health? There are many licks available. There are so many options that it…
5 Reasons Horses Eat Dirt | What You Should (or Shouldn’t) Do About It
Sometimes I see my horse digging in the dirt in his paddock or pasture. Do I need to be concerned? It can be distressing to notice that your horse is interested in…
Salt vs. Electrolytes for Horses: What’s the Difference?
You are probably aware that electrolytes and salt are important for horses. Do you know which one to feed your horse and when? Are horses supposed to have salt, electrolytes or both? What…
Making Cents Out of Horse Feed Costs
Recently, I was called to a lesson and boarding barn to assist the owner in evaluating her feed program. She wanted to save money because of the rising cost of bedding,…
BUMPS ON HORSES SKIN
Horses can experience discomfort from plants, insects, and chemicals. These reactions can be divided into multiple areas: A food allergy refers to an abnormal immune reaction that is usually caused by…
Quidding – More Than Just a Funny Word
Your horse could be quidding if you have seen slimy, half-eaten food balls lying on the ground near their water trough or feeding area. The horse may be quidding due to…
5 EASY ACUPRESSURE POINTS TO USE ON YOUR HORSE
Acupressure is an ancient healing method that is based on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Although it is often confused with acupuncture (or acupressure), acupressure does not involve needles. This makes…
THE IMPORTANCE OF SOAKING HAY PELLETS
Many of you know that I am the proud owner of a senior mare I have owned for all of her life. She is now twenty-two years of age. With…
THE DEFINITION OF A HEART HORSE
True horse lovers will know what a heart horse looks like! Some riders spend their entire lives searching for the right horse. This horse is unlike any other you have ever…
Peppermint Treats Are Ok For Your Horse
This is the time of year when peppermint is back in fashion - chocolate canes and brownies, lattes, and brownies... In my youth, peppermint candy was not something I liked so…
Getting Ready for a Horseback Ride Day at Timber Valley Ranch
Last Updated on December 2, 2023 by Allison Price Timber Valley Ranch in Bellville provides rustic ranch settings perfect for hosting special events. They also offer birthday party packages as … Read more