Heading and Heeling Explained This exciting sport is a beautiful example of how horse and rider can come together to work a specific task. The heel horse is a member of the dynamic duo that makes up a roping team. They are responsible for roping the hind legs of the Read more…
Destriers were fearless horses used in battle. Destriers were the classic heavy warhorses the knights rode into battle. They were large, strong, and built to carry the weight of the knight and his heavy battle armor. What were war horses called? The word destrier does not refer to a breed Read more…
Commands like “canter,” “stay,” “trot,” “easy,” “back,” “walk,” “over,” etc., are quite common. Take the time and gradually teach these commands to your horse. Do not overlap teaching words because this could delay the horse’s speed in grasping your words and applying them. What to do before you ride a Read more…
Many racehorse trainers believe that blinkers keep horses focused on what is in front, encouraging them to pay attention to the race rather than to distractions such as crowds. Additionally, driving horses commonly wear blinkers to keep them from being distracted or spooked, especially on crowded city streets. Why would Read more…
Stand to the left side between your horse’s head and shoulder. What side of the horse do you get on and off? left sideMounting and dismounting should be done on the left side of the horse. Using a mounting block to get on helps prevent excessive strain on the horse’s Read more…
Loading a horse Trailers – if travelling one horse, load them on the right-hand side of the trailer. If travelling two horses, the heavier horse should be on the right. This helps with balance on corners. Position the horse facing straight at the ramp and walk them up the ramp. Read more…
Constant bit chewing is often a sign of nervousness, particularly in younger horses, or discomfort. How do you tell if a horse dislikes you? Common Displayed Behaviors: dragging you to a patch of grass in order to graze. refusing to walk any faster when being led. jerking their head up Read more…
Slow right down and be ready to stop. Give them a wide berth – at least a car’s width – and pass slowly. Avoid any actions likely to spook the horse such as splashing them with puddles, sounding your horn or revving your engine. What do you do if you Read more…
Leg muscles are worked when riding a horse through isometrics; in other words, they are worked by using force against an object. In this case, leg muscles are used to support your weight using stirrups, and it’s an isometric exercise. Horse riding works the inner thigh muscles and glutes the Read more…
If you’re planning to start a new lawn from scratch, you can use horse manure compost as a soil amendment to give new grass seeds or sod a boost. Which manure is best for grass? Poultry manure is a smart choice for fertilizing lawns, thanks to its high nitrogen content. Read more…