The only way that wind affects the going is because a strong wind will help to dry out the track quickly if it has been raining. However, what wind can do is affect the times of the races and make it slightly harder for specific horses compared to the rest. Read more…
Tallow is used mainly in producing soap and animal feed. What is horse tallow? tallow, odourless, tasteless, waxy white fat, consisting of suet (the hard fat about the kidneys and loins of cattle, sheep, and horses) or similar vegetable substances. Tallow consists mainly of glyceryl esters of oleic, palmitic, and Read more…
Sedalin Gel is supplied in a graduated plastic syringe and used to sedate horses. The syringe can be inserted into the corner of the mouth to deposit the palatable gel into a cheak pouch, or Sedalin Gel can be added to food. How much Sedalin do I give my horse Read more…
For best results, horse manure should be given to nitrogen-hungry plants such as corn, potatoes, garlic, and lettuce and it can also be fantastic for boosting your grass lawn. What manure is best for potatoes? Plant them in a sunny spot, into soil that’s been enriched with plenty of garden Read more…
Horses are considered to be one of the most intelligent animals on earth, due to their ability to learn quickly and remember things for a long time. They can also solve problems and figure out how to get what they want. For example, a horse may know how to open Read more…
RACING. HHR, known as historical horse racing, is an electronic gaming machine (EGM) that allows players to bet on replays of horse races that have already been run. All wagering is done in a electronic gaming fashion, allowing users to auto-bet or manually handicap the races. What are the terms Read more…
What is equine chiropractic? Equine chiropractic is a component of equine health care that focuses on the relationship between structure (primarily the vertebral column) and function (as coordinated by the nervous system) and how that relationship affects the preservation of health. How do you tell if your horse has a Read more…
The reins consist of a long, narrow strap that attaches to the bit. Reins are held in a rider’s hands and are used to guide a horse while riding. A bridle bit goes into the horse’s mouth and is used with the reins to communicate with the horse. What do Read more…
A lease owner allows you to become a racehorse owner without the need to purchase an initial share. The owner leases a percentage of the horse to race and you pay all associated costs while it races. They receive a share of the prizemoney, often around 25%, for you to Read more…
Noseband Measurements Measure the circumference of the nose approximately 2 fingers below the bottom of the cheek bones. Loose enough to get two fingers under the measuring tape. From G around to G. This is your noseband circumference measurement. How do you measure a horse for a noseband? Measure the Read more…