Horses and goats do not have any diseases or parasites that can be passed between them. However, you should always consult a trained veterinarian when it comes to the care of your animals. What can cause a goat to get sick? Several but not all sources of this could be Read more…
Unicorn: The unicorn hitch is a three horse hitch, with a pair behind a single horse. This is a very difficult hitch to drive. What is a three horse carriage called? troika, (Russian: “three”), any vehicle drawn by three horses abreast, usually a sleigh with runners but also a wheeled Read more…
11 Horse Breeds: Different Types of Horses Arabian Horses. Types of Arabian Horses. Appaloosa Horse. American Quarter Horse. Thoroughbred Horses. Morgan Horse. Ponies. Draft Horses. Types of Draft Horses. Warmbloods. How many types of horses exist? There are thought to well be over 350 breeds of horse in existence around Read more…
To tell if a horse is happy, look at its tail to see if it’s relaxed and swishing back and forth evenly, which is a sign that it’s content. Additionally, observe the horse’s ears, which will be forward and alert when it’s happy, but pinned back or drooping if it’s Read more…
How to tack up a horse for beginners Start with a saddle pad. Place it across the horse’s back and over the withers. Place the saddle on the saddle pad. The saddle should sit in the middle of the saddle pad. Next, connect the girth. Finally, put the bridle on, Read more…
Below are 5 steps to follow to ensure a safe mount. Step 1: Lead the Horse to the Mounting Area. The first thing you need to do is move your equine out to a flat ground. Step 2: Position Your Mounting Block (Optional) Step 3: Move Closer to the Horse. Read more…
42 inches. How high should a horse hitching post be? The generally accepted height recommendation is 42 inches, or three and a half feet tall. You can have a taller post if you’d like, but keep the rings at 42 inches. How wide should a hitching post be? Standard hitching Read more…
Start by “parking” your horse alongside the mounting block and asking them to stand. Give them a rub or a treat while they stand there. If they move at all, move them back into place and then praise them. You’ll want to do this a few times in a row, Read more…
The average empty weight of a horse trailer is about 2,900 pounds. When loaded up, small horse trailers max out at 7,000 or 8,000 pounds (GVWR). This allows for a cargo capacity of about 4,300 pounds. Load capacities vary by trailer style and construction. What trailer can carry the most Read more…
A horses’ ability to see depth is limited because their eyes are set so far apart. From most angles, horses cannot get a left-eye and right-eye view of the same object in one glance. Unlike humans, the horse is able to see images to the left and right at the Read more…