Most horses are strong enough to pack or pull heavy loads. Their strength is part of their makeup. Horses have evolved by natural selection to have thick muscles, a large heart and powerful lungs. Yet over the centuries, people have also bred some groups of horses to be even stronger. Read more…
Weakness can be caused by a lack of proper training, conformational problems, a lack of muscle development, or joint and bone problems. If you notice your horse is weak in the hind end, you need to have him checked by the veterinarian to determine if a medical problem is the Read more…
Walk, trot, and canter poles all work different areas of the horse but have one thing in common: they help to strengthen the hind end and improve the way of going by working the entire topline and helping the horse to engage his core and lift his shoulders. How can Read more…
In general, stallions may not be the best choice for beginner riders. Of course, there are always exceptions to this. Stallions typically require an experienced handler and may be unpredictable in some situations. The environment that the horse will be in should be taken into consideration. What is the best Read more…
ten years old. What age horse is good for a beginner? The right age horse for beginning riders can vary because, just like people, all horses aren’t the same and mature differently. But generally, a beginner should get a horse at least ten years old and well-trained. When should a Read more…
Seven Common Toxins That Can Kill Horses within Hours Botulism – often associated with haylage feeding. Ionophore toxicity – associated with feed contamination. Yew toxicity – associated with horses consuming clippings from this common ornamental shrub. Poison-hemlock – found in swampy areas. Red maple leaf poisoning. What can cause sudden Read more…
5 Ways to Maximize Your Horse’s Stamina Incorporate a Conditioning Program. When preparing your horse for an upcoming event, like a long-distance trail ride or a three-day event, you’ll need to establish a conditioning program. Focus on Hill Work. Use Ground Poles and Gymnastics. Introduce Interval Training. Feed EQ-Royal. How Read more…
If your horse’s knees have not closed, it means that the knees have not fully developed and are extremely vulnerable to damage that can occur as a result of putting too much pressure on the joints. When horses are ridden too early, it can damage their joints and affect their Read more…
Human or animal bites can become infected or transmit illnesses such as rabies. A tetanus shot may be required if you have not had one within 10 years; if you are not sure when you had your last tetanus shot, and you’ve been bitten, you should get one within 72 Read more…
Horses can be disrespectful in many ways; here are the most common disrespectful behaviors when it comes to dealing with horses: Grazing While Being Led or Ridden. Bumping Into You. Dragging You or Walking Too Slow When Being Led. How do you tell if a horse is disrespecting you? Disrespectful Read more…