Recently, a new kid at the barn asked me how a horse could run, so I told him that horses could walk, trot, canter, and gallop. Of course, a horse can also back up, just like a car. But just then, one of the facility’s American Saddlebreds (Saddler for short) came past in an exaggerated […]
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The old saying of “no hoof, no horse” has been a North Star for many horse people, no matter the discipline you ride in. Your horse is an 800+ pound animal that balances on the equivalent of high-heeled shoes. If they can’t rely on their hooves, they can’t move. When I recently moved to a
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I have five beautiful horses, each with their own feeding requirements. The youngsters eat me out of house and home since they’re still growing, but the oldies are my main concern. When the weather turns bad, they quickly lose weight. With age, loss of teeth, and a general drop in health being against them, I
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“My horse pulls!” How many trainers have heard this from students? A horse that gets heavy in the hand or sticks their head up can be a nightmare (pun intended) for a beginner rider. You’ve lost once you get into a pulling match with your horse. Trust me; I’ve been there. That is, on a horse
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Buying hay for your horses is a headache that all horse owners know (too well). If you are one of the fortunate few blessed with a large storage facility such as a barn, you can order many bales (which often brings a discount) and store them without batting an eye. However, most horse owners aren’t
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As horse owners know, feeding their horses can cost a lot as horses seem to eat all day (and night). But just how much does a horse eat in a day? I’ve often helped new horse owners calculate how much to feed their horses to ensure they have enough roughage, protein, and other vital nutrients.
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When I finally decided to buy my first horse, I found a lovely unbacked mare. She was touted as being halter-trained, but it turned out that she was barely used to being handled and knew nothing about forward pressure. I had a decision to make: Get a trainer, or train her myself. I chose the
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You’ve had a few riding lessons and are smitten with horse riding. Now you want your own horse, and you want one now! But do you know where to buy a horse? There are several options when buying a horse, from traveling to breeders to see what is on sale, attending auctions, applying to adopt
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For centuries, horses have been part of the human journey through history. From working horses on farms to war horses on the battlefield, horses have always held a particular position in our hearts. While we don’t need horses to travel anymore, nor do we have to use horses for work on ranches and farms, there
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A lady at my stable yard walks up to her pony each day and casually tosses him a banana (skin and all), which the Appaloosa pony gobbles up with absolute enthusiasm. I am always surprised by some things people feed their horses as treats since I tend to stick to carrots, apples, and commercial treats.
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