You can feel all his muscles as they bunch and release. You can feel his hooves hit the ground & see the hypnotically rhythmic motion of his head, which you’re following with your hands. If you talk to him, he’ll probably twitch an ear, so you know he’s listening, but Read more…
Horse riding is a sport in many ways, it requires incredible core strength, stamina and strong legs. It obviously depends what discipline you are riding in such as show jumping, trail riding, dressage or a hack; all areas will require different outputs of energy and can use different muscles. Why Read more…
A cold back is treatable As with everything though, prevention is better than cure, so taking good care of your horse’s back is important, and will help him stay fit and healthy and able to perform at his best. How do you treat a cold backed horse? Lunging before riding Read more…
Many ranchers graze their cattle on vast stretches of public lands until it’s time to gather the herd. While modern cattle drives are not as long as historic ones, horses remain vital to such ranch activities because they are specialized working animals. What do modern day cowboys do? Some of Read more…
The safest way to control a bolting horse is to go with him, turning him onto a large circle, gradually decreasing the size of the circle as the horse slows down and you regain control. Horses bolt for various reasons, including: A saddle that pinches. Physical pain. A sudden loud Read more…
All ribs can be seen. Horses that look like these may not have dental issues or parasite issues, but they are simply aren’t getting quit enough hay of good quality or enough pasture. They may need a bump up in their grain. This body condition is a quick fix once Read more…
Adding vegetable oil, such as canola oil, is a useful way to boost the caloric density of your horse’s diet without significantly increasing his feed intake. Another fat source to consider is stabilized rice bran, a high-fat supplement that is often pelleted. What can I give my horse to gain Read more…
If the rider is too heavy, he may be replaced by another rider, or be permitted to carry ‘overweight’, which will always be announced on the racecourse before a race begins. However, no rider is allowed to weigh out at four pounds or more over the weight he is set Read more…
Control a Galloping Horse in 4 Steps Bridge your Reins. Ask any jockey – bridging your reins is the first step to gaining a little bit of control of the gallop! Sit Up. Most horses, but especially ex-racehorses, respond to you lightening your seat by going faster. Half Halt, Don’t Read more…
One of the simplest and cheapest ways to add fat to your horse’s diet is vegetable oil from the grocery store, which can be poured over his regular concentrate ration. Corn oil is palatable to most horses, but you can also use canola, peanut or any other vegetable oil your Read more…