Did you know that flies can’t stand Pine-Sol? It is IMPORTANT to note that, just like any other cleaners, chemicals, and pest sprays, you should not use this Pine-Sol spray around children, pets, on skin, or food. Treat this like you would any other chemical in your home. Does Pine-Sol Read more…
Blue eye means swollen cornea. 1. The cornea has water in it, but not as much as it can hold. The surface membrane of the eye – the cornea – provides a clear, protective layer for the eye. What does a blue spot in a horses eye mean? The cause Read more…
The light seat: a rider holds her backside a couple of inches out of the saddle, allowing her upper body to incline slightly forward. The light seat also has the added benefit of removing the rider’s asymmetries and potential uneven pressure on the horse’s back muscles. What is the difference Read more…
Around 83% of people employed as Horse Trainers work full-time hours, in all their jobs combined. This is 17 percentage points above the all jobs average (66%). Full-time workers work an average of 54 hours per week in their main job. This is 10 hours more than the all jobs Read more…
Use a chair. One very simple way to try and practice two point position at home is just to use a chair as your imaginary horse. Turn the chair around so you are facing the backrest and then squat over it with your hands on top of the back rest Read more…
Horses spend most of their time standing to escape predators. Horses also have a mechanism that allows them to rest while they’re standing up. Some horse owners teach their horses to sit down; however, it’s unnatural. Do horses stand their whole lives? Three legs on, one leg off Horses can Read more…
Gingerbread for horses? “In Spain, it’s common for horse owners to feed their horses day-old bread, so I can’t imagine a piece of gingerbread will cause a problem,” explained Crandell. “Moderation is key—one small slice, acceptable; an entire gingerbread house, unacceptable. Can I give my horse ginger? Ginger is a Read more…
Bradford is the first to admit that jelly donuts are not very good for horses — a point that some viewers are happy to inform her of. Can horse eat donuts? Doughnuts Not every horse will go for a doughnut, but some can down a whole doughnut in one bite. Read more…
Treats are a wonderful way to bond with your horse, but be sure to stay in charge of the treating behavior. Your four-legged equine friend deserves your love, attention and even treats. Breed those good treating habits, and treating will be a…well, treat for both of you. What treats are Read more…
We have some fantastic news. Honey is 100% safe for your horses to eat. The only thing you need to be mindful of is the sugar content. How much honey can you give a horse? Generally, honey contains a high amount of sugar regardless of the type. One tablespoon of Read more…