Olfaction (smell) is important for horse’s survival. Smell helps horse select what they eat (horses are sensitive to poisonous plants, moldy forage and grain, dirty water, etc.). Horses use smell to detect other horses by smelling feces, urine, and body odors. What scent do horses like? Maybe you have a Read more…
There are various essential oils that are beneficial to horses, including lavender, tea tree, basil, eucalyptus, bergamot, frankincense, geranium, and chamomile. As it is for people, lavender is very calming for horses. What smell calms horses? lavenderIf you’ve ever lit a scented candle to help yourself relax after a long Read more…
Dressage This traditional riding style is an extreme form of riding. It is performed in competition and the rider and horse must perform a series of movements from memory. What are the 3 types of equestrian? There are three Olympic Equestrian sports: dressage, three-day eventing and show jumping. What are Read more…
lavender. Well, according to a recent study, horses do as well — and it’s lavender. Researchers from the University of Arizona found significant signs of stress reduction in horses after the horses inhaled the scent of lavender. What scent calms horses? lavenderThere are various essential oils that are beneficial to Read more…
Horse-Safe Essential Oils: Essential oils to avoid include Anise, Birch, Blue Tansy, Camphor, Clove Bud, Garlic, Oregano, Tea Tree, Wintergreen, and Yarrow. Are essential oils harmful to horses? Essential oils that are safe for horses include, but are not limited to: basil, bergamot, chamomile, eucalyptus, frankincense, geranium, lavender, lemongrass, peppermint, Read more…
You’ll be impressed by how easy it can be to film yourself while riding. Prop up Your Phone. Simply propping up your phone can be an easy way to film yourself riding. Set up a Tripod. Tripods are a great investment for filming yourself riding. Wear a Camera. Invest In Read more…
Anyone who considers horseback riding, whether for a single vacation trail ride or a lifetime hobby, must acknowledge that horses are half-ton animals with the ability to cause tremendous harm. The three most common causes of injury associated with horse riding are falling off, being kicked, and being bitten. Are Read more…
Aggression toward other horses is mostly associated with sexual competition, fear, dominance, or territory (protecting the group and resources). As with aggression toward people, some horses may be pathologically aggressive toward other horses. How do you fix horse aggression? As long as your horse remains calm, reward him with a Read more…
Summary. At rest or at work, unridden or ridden, signs of agitation might include vocalization (whinnying) pacing, pawing, head tossing, among others. A “pinched” facial expression, teeth grinding and elevated heart rate are examples of more subtle signs of a stressed horse. What do horses do when agitated? The ears Read more…
When a horse breathes out rapidly through its nostrils and makes a light snort sound, they’re likely happy. This is often a sign that a horse is relaxed and satisfied. The horse may make this sound while they’re being ridden or interacting with a person or another horse. Pay attention Read more…