In short, stereotypic behaviors are known to begin from lack of sufficient exercise, absence of fiber in the diet, too much confinement in stalls, uncomfortable living conditions, such as poor ventilation, poor lighting, wind drafts, or being restricted or tied, isolation from other horses, and other stressful What causes stereotypic Read more…
Lack of the right kind of exercise, poor nutrition, degenerative muscle conditions, and chronic systemic disease can all cause loss of muscle mass along the top-line. In older horses, PPID (Cushings Disease) may also contribute to this appearance. How do you get my horses topline back? Horses that have poor 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. How can I make my horse gain weight Read more…
Your location should have solid footing that’s not too deep. We recommend arena footing or otherwise. Use caution if you’re lunging on grass as your horse can easily slip on wet grass around the circle. Is it OK to lunge a horse in a field? Lunging is a popular method Read more…
between 4 and 5 years old. The running performance of Thoroughbred racehorses has been reported to peak when they are between 4 and 5 years old. However, changes in their racing speed by month or season have not been reported. What age is best for horse racing? We find that Read more…
So by feeding up meats, vegetables, packaged food, and fruit, the total available stamina will increase and additionally heal the horse. The most effective food to heal your horse includes the pumpkin, raspberries, cooked chicken, cooked deer, and blueberries, which adds 20 health points per item. Do horses eat pickles Read more…
6 Tips for First-Time Riders Tip #1: Wear the proper attire for Western riding—jeans and boots. Tip #2: Ride relaxed and with proper posture. Tip #3: Remain calm and confident both on and off your horse. Tip #4: Take things slowly at first. Tip #5: Get a trainer, mentor, or Read more…
If they can get full extension of its legs though, they can kick much, much harder. horses also kick much higher than a cow. Do horses have powerful kicks? Horses can kick hard enough to kill. Their kicking force is estimated to be 2, 000 psi, with an average speed Read more…
The foundation-bred Quarter Horses are most popular for ranch work on many true working ranches in the United States. What type of horse do most cowboys ride? American Quarter HorseAmerican Quarter Horse Named for their ability to outpace any other breed in races of a quarter mile or less, Quarter Read more…
Excessive magnesium will be excreted in the urine, but overdoses have been linked to decreased calcium and phosphorus uptake, compromised intestinal integrity, heart conduction problems and renal trouble, so it’s important not to over supplement. What are the symptoms of magnesium excess? High doses of magnesium from supplements or medications Read more…