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Your Horse And Colic - Why It's So Common
Horses evolved on a different diet from the one they're expected to eat today. The manner in which horses eat and the time they spend eating has changed considerably - even a horse living on grass eats a different diet from his ancestors.
How to Bridle Horses
Equestrians use a bridle to control their horse's movement, affect its gait and help with impulsion and collection --- all necessary components of successful horseback riding. The bit and the reins connect the rider's hands to the horse's mouth, head and neck. This develops bend in the animal's enti
Keyhole Race Basics for Beginners
Learn how to run a keyhole race. The keyhole race is a common and fun gymkhana or play day game. Learn how to run a keyhole race effectively and safely. Find tips and learn the pattern to a keyhole race.
To Bit Or Not to Bit - That Is A Very Important Question!
I have seen so many horses with bleeding mouths from a bit and also acting up so bad it is hard to ride, with one horse flipping over backwards because a child pulled on the bit so hard. I had to write this article.FIRST AND FOREMOST: How many of the 'horsey' people out there know that a h
How to Tell if a Horse is Sick
For all their size and strength, horses are actually delicate creatures. Knowing how to tell if something is amiss is an important asset when you own horses of any breed. Here are some tips on how to tell if you horse is sick.
How to Tell the Age of a Horse From His Teeth
The age old practice of telling the age of a horse by looking at its teeth is one that continues even in this day and age. While it is not always an exact science due to better equine dental supplies in the modern age, the general concepts will hold true.
Chinese Herb Used for Equine Massage
Horses, as well as people, suffer from muscle strain and pain on a regular basis. While modern medicine treats these problems with traditional medicine, there are resources utilizing traditional Chinese medicine that are effective in alleviating pain and discomfort. Trainers also used massage and he
How to Keep Chicken Water Feeders Algae-Free
The organic material in water can feed algae blooms and cause the algae to grow on the inside of a chicken waterer. See-through waterers are more susceptible to algae growth because of the sunlight. Parasites feeding on the algae inside the waterer can be ingested by the chickens and become internal
5 Steps To Collecting Model Horses
Many horse owners also love collecting model horses as well. Learn how to get started in the hobby of collecting model horses and learn how to value, customize and enjoy your model horse collections.
How to Pack a Hoof Using a Diaper and Duct Tape
Hoof injuries are one of the most challenging aspects of horse ownership. Horses spend the majority of their time standing up, and an open hoof wound can make it difficult for the horse to move normally. A number of methods exist to treat hoof wounds, although one of the simplest, and least expensiv
Alternative Transport Solutions for Your Horse
Living without a horsebox or trailer can be frustrating, especially if you are used to having one but for some reason circumstances dictate that you can no longer afford it. For those who have never owned one, it can seem like an unachievable dream. Getting your horse out and about doesn't have
How to Assist a Mare in Labor
Most mares have no problem delivering their foals. If the foaling process is not progressing normally, however, and the mare needs assistance, scrub your hands and arms with warm, soapy water and rinse well and get ready to help. Grab your foaling kit, call your veterinarian, and attend to the mare
How to Measure a Bob Marshall Sports Saddle
Some riders feel that the traditional saddle design, in which a fiberglass or wooden tree is used to distribute weight, is flawed. Those riders often turn to treeless saddles as an alternative that is both more comfortable and easier on the horse's back. As with any saddle, proper fit is essential a
What are the signs that my horse may be aging?
Signs your horse may be aging. How to care for your older senior horse. Tips on sheltering, feeding, health and riding or work load. Learn how to care for your older horse.
What Are the Six Types of Nutrients Found in Horse Feed?
When you can't put a horse out to pasture, horse feed ensures a nutritious diet.chevaux cotentin image by manuelclerc from Fotolia.comYou can pick a horse feed based on the type of horse you have, its age and the kind of work it's going to do. Horse feeds help when you can't put a horse...
DIY: How Can I Wrap My Saddle Horn With New Leather?
Saddle horns are often wrapped to protect the saddle horn from damages that can occur while roping livestock. Saddle horn wraps, often referred to as dally wraps, can be purchased in a variety of different materials, including leather, from your local horse supply store or from an online retailer. L
How To Teach Your Horse to do a Turn on the Forehand
Teach your horse to do a turn on the forehand. This exercise is handy for opening gates, and leads to other more advanced skills for training your horse.
How to Hook Up a Horse Harness
The horse harness has played a critical role in the evolution of the military, transportation and agriculture. Early cultures developed the harness as a means of employing horses and other animals for drawing wagons, chariots and plows. Harnessed horses allowed ancient man to increase his farming pr
Choosing the Perfect Oster Clipper For Horse Grooming
There are a wide variety of Oster clippers available out there in the market which can satisfy your needs for grooming the horse or that can satisfy the needs of a professional groomer. Thus it is really difficult to choose the perfect one from so much of variety.
How to Encourage Your Horse to Drink Enough Water In Any Situation
Learn why your horse needs clean, fresh water everyday, how to provide clean water during hot and cold weather and how diet and workload can impact water intake. Learn how much water your horse should be drinking.