A raised tail is often a sign of high excitement or just feeling great. Young horses, or horses with excess energy, galloping freely in a field often hoist their tails high to show their exuberance. Why do horses swish their tail when running? Tail-swishing indicates tension in the horse, often Read more…
You could choose to plait your horse’s mane and tail, but it’s just as acceptable to pull them neatly. In fact, a well-pulled tail can help to improve your horse’s overall appearance and can really flatter your horse’s hindquarters. Why do people pull horses tail? The main reason for pulling Read more…
Tying a mud knot—sometimes called a war knot or mustache knot—in a horse’s tail is a vaquero tradition still practiced in buckaroo country. It keeps long tails from getting tangled up in ropes, and out of the mud and brush. Why do horses have their tails wrapped? The purpose of Read more…
Horsetail has the highest amount of silica in the plant kingdom, a powerful healing herb which was used as far back as ancient China and Europe for inflammation, cooling fevers, for fluid retention, to heal skin conditions and to strengthen hair and nails. It also contains calcium, iron, manganese and Read more…
Some horse breeds, like Arabians, naturally hold their tails up high. It’s easier to notice an unusually high tail in breeds with naturally low hanging tails, like draft breeds. Why do some horses hold their tails up? A raised tail is often a sign of high excitement or just feeling Read more…
Docked tails were safer for the horses An undocked tail also is at risk of snarling around the swing bar or leader. A horse’s tail caught in the leader will injury the horse and may even cause permanent damage. Why are horses tails being cut off? Docking traditionally has been Read more…
It was commonly used in the 19th century as upholstery stuffing (such as for fabric sofas) and as covering fabric for furniture. It was almost always the fiber used to make shaving brushes. It was also common in hats and women’s undergarments. When did they stop using horsehair? Antique furniture Read more…
Many wild horses naturally live in cold climates. During cold weather, a long, thick tail can help keep the nearly hairless skin beneath it warm and comfortable. Why do horses have long tails? The tail is used by the horse and other equidae to keep away biting insects, and the Read more…
I’ve used them to trim muzzle, bridle path, jawline and even the legs! Plan on using a new razor each time, as they start to pull hair when dull. Works greats for what’s it’s for. Is it safe to shave a horse? It is best to start shaving horses at Read more…
Isabell Werth. Isabell is one of the most famous horse riders in the world for good reason: she holds the most Olympic medals of any equestrian ever. From 1996 to 2020, she’s won a total of 12 medals, with 7 golds in dressage and 5 silvers. Who is the most Read more…