Use a whip or polo wrap wedged under the tail bone so that it pokes out just a bit, or a lot, depending on your horse. Grab the tail in your fist and gently slide down towards the ground, until you are at the desired length, then use super-sharp scissors Read more…
The poll is especially important in riding, as correct flexion at the poll joint is a sign that the horse is properly on the bit. What does the poll do on a horse? They also attach to the base of the skull, called the insertion point, the part of the Read more…
Broken necks in horses are potentially devastating but rare. A crashing fall more often results in fracture of the limbs or of the thoracic spine. When neck fractures do occur, the outcome may be sudden death or euthanasia a short while later due to paralysis. Often, however, the horse is Read more…
When a horse always resists cantering on a particular lead, it’s usually because it’s physically difficult or painful to do so. Lead problems may result from discomfort or stiffness anywhere in the legs, body or back. How do you get a horse to pick up the right lead? How to Read more…
Based on their performance-enhancing potential, caffeine and theophylline are prohibited substances in equine sports. Residues in horses can be caused by wilful application or by unintended uptake of contaminated feed. Can you give caffeine to a horse? Giving horses caffeine is illegal and may trigger a positive drug test under Read more…
Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) is an herbal remedy that dates back to ancient Roman and Greek times. It was used traditionally to stop bleeding, heal ulcers and wounds, and treat tuberculosis and kidney problems. Can you eat horsetail plants? Horsetail has two spring offerings: the tan-colored fertile shoots that appear early Read more…
4. To stimulate healthy tail growth, brush the dock of your horse’s tail daily with a dandy brush. This will loosen and remove dirt and dander, which can make your horse itchy. Brushing the dock and upper part of the tail bone also increases blood flow, which stimulates growth and Read more…
Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) – Naturally high in silica, this herb strengthens and conditions hair. Make a water infusion and apply after washing your hair, or infuse in Olive Oil to use in hot oil treatments. How do you do a horsetail infusion? Place 2 to 3 teaspoons of horsetail per Read more…
Mares Tail is rarely eaten except when dried in hay, but all species should be considered potentially toxic to horses. How much horsetail is toxic to horses? Brackenfern and horsetail are toxic when horses eat it fresh (in pasture) or dried in hay. If horses eat a diet with 20 Read more…
There are two theories on the origin of this expression. One such theory is that horses were used for hunting and warfare and it was necessary for warriors to be in good health. Another theory is that horses have strong immune systems and are resistant to many diseases making them Read more…