Occasionally, a horse will act in a mysterious or atypical way, a personality change that may be hard to describe. Change in environment, new handlers, riders or management, all can contribute to an apparent change in personality. Physical problems can also manifest as atypical behavior. What causes aggressive behaviour in Read more…
Stall walking, weaving, cribbing, pawing, head bob- bing, and self-mutilation are examples of stereotypical equine behavior. Why do stereotypical behaviours occur in horses? Stereotypical behaviours often occur as a response to stress in their lives, for example a physical stress like gastric ulcers (pain related), or an environmental stress such Read more…
Stress Response. Stress Response In both species, the animal will lick its lips quickly and repetitively, occasionally seeming to chew or swallow. The behaviour will often follow the handler attempting to elicit a particular response from the animal. These behaviours are a clear sign of stress. Do horses lick when Read more…
Saddles aren’t bad for horses and are essential to use when riding horses. A saddle that fits correctly distributes a rider’s weight, making carrying a passenger more comfortable than without one. Is it better to ride a horse without a saddle? The drawbacks include a higher risk of injury due Read more…
The bare minimum of time you can expect to devote to a horse is about 8 to 10 hours a week. How many days a week should you work your horse? For a horse and rider who require a moderate level of fitness, The horse should be ridden four days Read more…
To cool your horse safely, you can begin while you’re still riding. Following your ride or work out, walking him for 10 to 15 minutes will allow the heat built up in the muscles to dissipate. What should you do after riding a horse? After-Ride Care Walk your horse. Step Read more…
How Can Horses Hurt You? A Bite: Horses lash out with their teeth when they’re in pain, frustrated, angry, or impatient. A Kick: Similar to biting, horses may kick out when frustrated or in pain. Getting Stepped On: Horses weigh a lot! Fall Off: Nearly everyone falls off a horse Read more…
A horse is considered to be a vehicle and therefore permitted to be ridden on the road, horse-riders are subject to the same penalties for road traffic offences as other drivers. Is a horse a car? Horses are vehicles, according to our state court of appeals. Is a horse a Read more…
To avoid the problem of exerting uneven pressure with a regular single jointed bit, we recommend using the TURNADO or single jointed Dynamic RS bits. The joint of these bits has been angled forward by 45 degrees in order to guarantee an even distribution of pressure on both tongue sides. Read more…
Absolutely. Horses are animals, and have feelings… That’s why, if they kick out at another animal/person, they have to find a way to communicate their frustration effectively. What causes a horse to be angry? Horses can also become hostile if they want to control their resources. This may be food, Read more…