Henry Stone

Horses need constant access to a dry, safe, comfortable shelter to protect them from rain, wind, and snow. In warm and sunny weather, the shelter you supply will provide your companion with much needed shade and relief from biting insects. Are horses OK with no shelter? Shelter. Not all horses Read more…

A horse trust ensures care for the horse if the owner gets sick or dies. A trust can be inter vivos (created during the lifetime of the horse owner) or created under your will after your death. In a horse trust, you will name a trustee who will carry out Read more…

Crin, also known as crinoline or horsehair, is a net-like material, easy to mold and is often used in the decoration of clothing, hats and accessories. It was originally used in 16th-century Europe for upper-class fashion, often to hold the elaborate dresses worn daily. Is crinoline same as horsehair? Crinoline, Read more…

Horses also create orientation points with the help of scents. Along the route, they drop feces, which they can use later on to find their way back to a location. Other horses also use these fecal piles as directions. Even without ‘manure maps’ though, horses can still find their way Read more…

For horses, flies and mosquitoes compete for the title of most annoying pest. From acting as an area repellent to being placed directly on horses, vinegar is a good home-made solution for helping keep your horses fly-free. Is white vinegar harmful to horses? If you put vinegar in your horse’s Read more…

NO — horse shampoo cannot magically make your hair grow faster or thicker. Since there’s no medicinal or steroidal chemicals in it, it’s just not possible. Generally, if you’re looking for a miracle unicorn product then it’s simply not out there. How often should you use horse shampoo? two to Read more…

Mix together one cup of distilled water, one cup of liquid castile soap — which is an olive oil based soap — one cup of aloe vera gel, four teaspoons of glycerin and a teaspoon of avocado oil. If desired, you can also mix in a small amount of essential Read more…

Head and Shoulders (yes, the human version) can be effective for your horse’s dandruff. Always be sure to rinse thoroughly—any residue left on the skin can cause further itching, irritation, and more dandruff. How do you treat dandruff in horses? Antidandruff shampoos formulated for horses can dissolve flakes and scales. Read more…