The trick to dealing with rooting is not to pull back on the reins, but to ask the horse to keep moving forward. As soon as you see the horse starting to put its head down to root, push it forward with your seat and leg aids. Why does my Read more…
A shadow roll is a piece of equipment, usually made of sheepskin or a synthetic material, that is attached to the noseband of a horse’s bridle. Like blinkers, it partially restricts the horse’s vision, and helps them to concentrate on what is in front of them, rather than objects on Read more…
Tip #1: Bubble bath your horse before you clip A bathed horse will make the job much easier for you, more enjoyable for your horse, and reduce the amount of clip lines. Not just the top coat of the horse needs to be clean. The roots of their hair is Read more…
shoulder. It is best to start at the shoulder, which can be helpful for horses for who are new or not used to clipping. Once they are comfortable with the clippers, move up to the face before the clippers begin to heat up. Periodically, you should lubricate the clippers. Where Read more…
For owners experiencing severe financial challenges, the Humane Euthanasia Clinic provides an alternative to suffering through the option for a peaceful death at limited or no cost to the approved owner. The cost of humane euthanasia and disposal of a horse, in our region, is roughly $400. How do you Read more…
When it is cool, they’re actually very comfortable – their big cylinder is generating a lot of heat. That’s one reason why horses get really frisky in cooler weather – they feel great! Why is my horse crazy in the winter? On cold days, horses are friskier and have a Read more…
A: Sweating is the most obvious sign that a horse is overheated, and a blanketed horse sweats first beneath the material, then along the neck and behind the ears. Overheating typically occurs in horses turned out during warming daytime weather in the same heavy blankets needed for still-cold nights. Can Read more…
The phrase “tacking up” refers to the process of putting the saddle, bridle, and any other equipment onto the horse in preparation for riding. “Untacking” means to remove all the equipment from the horse after the ride. What does Untacking mean? Definition of ‘untack’ 1. to unfasten (something tacked) 2. Read more…
It means “a prince riding the white horse”, and is used indicating a man with good manners, high reputation, wealth, and who can guard his lover and be sincere for her. In other words, an ideal man for women. What does it mean to ride a white horse? To “ride Read more…
“By putting tape on your horse’s hair, you’re actually simulating the hair follicle—which originates in the second layer of skin—lifting it up, and bringing blood flow to areas to help with pain or stress. It’s an alternative if you want to support your horse naturally. Taping gives him support and Read more…