It takes twice as long, and is twice as hard to look after horses in snow and icy conditions. If the horse is fit and working, it can be quite stressful to keep him enclosed in his stable. Included are ways to keep your horse happy and in work even in the snow.......[Read More]

As a horse owner, preparing for an emergency evacuation should be a part of your barn management strategy. There are several reasons you might need to evacuate your horses, including hurricanes, floods, fire, mudslides or other major disasters. Knowing what to do, making a good plan and having plent......[Read More]

Many horse enthusiasts enjoy roping calves as a hobby, or even as training for the rodeo. Any roping sport requires a lot of practice, from riding the horse to lassoing the calf. Some horse enthusiasts build personal covered roping pens for a daily practice area so they don't have to rent out costly......[Read More]

Learn how to catch your horse safely when you want to bring it in from its pasture or paddock.......[Read More]

The advantages of using Lavender on your horse. This is another look at how herbal remedies can help your horse.......[Read More]

The probable reason that there exists so many different types of horse feeders for hay is that they all try to solve the same general problems; being waste, spoilage, animal wounding and major clean ups around feeders. Waste of hay from horse feeders certainly has to be considered of major concern f......[Read More]

There are many parts of a saddle. Saddles, generally used for horseback riding, give a human rider a seat to ride comfortably on the animal. When learning to ride, many learn the multiple parts of the crucial piece of equipment, so that they are familiar with the form and function of the saddle. The......[Read More]

A saddle club is an equestrian club or organization typically intended for younger girls who are training to ride horses. Saddle clubs can be found throughout the United States, usually in association with the United States Equestrian Federation. Saddle clubs that operate a website might wish to adv......[Read More]

By touching your horse from head to tail every time you visit them you develop a sense of what is normal for your horse. When you are familiar with how your horse feels and acts on a daily basis, it is much easier to take charge of your horse care before major problems arise.......[Read More]

Lung cancer is a devastating condition that destroys the lungs. In humans, it is most often seen in people who smoke or who have been around smokers for long periods of time. Pets are seeing an increase in diagnosed lung cancer. According to Dr. Erika de Papp, the average pet with lung cancer tends ......[Read More]

Strong consideration should be given to your horse's comfort when traveling. Besides the obvious necessities such as hay and water, a horse should also have fresh air and a smooth ride. Parking the trailer every three to four hours not only gives everyone a chance to stretch their legs, but it lower......[Read More]

There is little I remember about my first horse that did not involve Merry. She showed up at my house one day to see if I wanted to go riding with her. Little did I know what a ritual these rides would become and the major role this new friend would play in my life.......[Read More]

The old adage "You cannot teach an old dog new tricks" is very pertinent when it comes to breaking horses. This process should begin at a very young age and be done delicately. There must be a sense of bonding and trust first, then the horse must gradually learn commands. Overall, the process of ......[Read More]

Slobber straps serve three main purposes. They protect reins from water damage caused by slobber and the horse drinking in tack. They add weight to excessively light reins to improve rein communication between rider and horse. Slobber straps also serve as a method of attaching reins to the bit. Meca......[Read More]

When a horse experiences colic, this means the horse has abdominal pain. A horse's system is designed to graze and slowly digest food. Horses confined in captivity typically eat prepared feed, which may be consumed at a faster rate and can upset the stomach. The pain will often come in waves, where ......[Read More]

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Colic is one of the most common horse health problems. Colic--which simply refers to a stomach ache--can be caused by several factors. Cases can be mild to severe. Mild cases often resolve on their own or with minor medical intervention such as drugs and food management. Some cases can only be resol......[Read More]

To authentically replicate a cavalry officer during a Civil War reenactment, your horse should be wearing a McClellan saddle. The problem modern-day riders have fitting the McClellan saddle to their horses is the same problem the officers of yesteryear had. The tree (the part of the saddle that stre......[Read More]

If you have a horse that bites, kicks, tramples or drags you around you have a spoiled horse! Somewhere along the way he has been "taught" that treating people poorly is acceptable just like a spoiled child. Reclaim control and prevent "spoiled" behavior in your horse by followin......[Read More]

Horse manure is recycled grass. No major disease has ever been linked to exposure to horses or horse manure, even among veterinarians or others who care for horses. However, poor hygiene while handling manure or contaminated water can create health problems for people with weak immune systems. Most......[Read More]