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Are You Sneaking Rides on Your Horse?
Many folks who like to ride have the attitude that all they need to do is slap a saddle and bridle on a horse, get on and go, and that the ride will be wonderful. Sometimes it turns out that way, but often not. "Passenger" types of riders are at the mercy of their horse who may or may not be capable of being in control and taking care of its rider as well as itself. There are way too many stories of mishaps that should have never happened had the riders been aware of what was coming...
Bonnie Martin
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Equestrian Electric Fencing
Once snubbed in equestrian circles, electric fences now come in forms well suited for horse properties. Time was, everyone who owned livestock knew the basic rules: cattle and sheep needed to be enclosed with electric wire, but horses were best off behind wood planks or poles. Electric fencing has risen from being snubbed to become an essential and cost effective fencing alternative to paddock maintenance and horse control.
Paul Savory
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Horse Care - Getting The Right First Aid Kit - Understanding Worming
When you own and keep a horse the possibility of injuries ranges from a small scratch on the skin to lameness. Having a well stocked first aid kit in your yard enables you to treat injuries immediately which can prevent a small wound...
Benjamin Wise
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Natural Horse Care - Space to Roam
We all want to keep our horses as healthy as possible for as long as possible. How to do this is the tricky part. Fortunately we have a superb source of information available. Studies of wild horses show just how well these amazing animals have adapted to suit their environment. It follows then that by recreating the horse's natural environment as far as possible you will be promoting his health and well being.
Carol A Botha
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Sad, But True Horse Boo Boos
If you have horses, you are going to have some things happen that you'd rather not have experienced. Here are some rather common mistakes and suggestions to avoid them.
Bonnie Martin
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Learn How to Behave Around a Horse
Horses have been domesticated, but retain their wild instincts of survival. No matter your level of skill or experience with horses, it is always advisable to be alert and cautious around horses. Looking at their size and characteristics (teeth, hooves and swatting tail).
Benjamin Wise
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Free Horse Training Tips
The following free horse training tips will help you teach your horse some basic things that will keep him and you from getting hurt. Some horses will learn more quickly than others. Many elements come into play when we look at this fact more closely. Research has indicated breed, temperament, and even age can all have an influence on how quickly horses learn.
Fran Mullens
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What Sort Of Jump Poles Do I Need?
Buying Show jump poles is not an easy decision. For years wood has been used, but any vet will tell you, that wood is dangerous, for several reasons.
Rupert Bowling
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Buying Guide to Halters
A halter is usually the first piece of tack ever put on a horse. Halters should be introduced to foals and weanling's in the early days of their domestication and handling.
Benjamin Wise
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The Head Shy Horse - What To Do
A headshy horse has developed the HABIT of moving away anytime someone reaches for his face, regardless of whether he thinks this will end in pain or not. It is up to you to teach him a new habit. One you want.
Phil Tragear
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