A head-shy horse is a safety hazard to himself and others. He jerks his head away from your hands, making catching, haltering, bridling and general handling more complicated than it needs to be. H&R Photo Files | People often deal with this problem by trying to avoid prompting the startle Read more…
It’s a common question, and one that we can answer for you. Mint leaves are safe for horses to eat, and they may even enjoy the taste. Is peppermint poisonous to horses? “Peppermint-flavored treats made especially for horses and peppermint candy won’t likely cause any problems, especially if they’re given Read more…
The plant has a strong pungent minty odor when crushed. mint plants are toxic to horses, and all plant parts (especially the flowers and fruits) contain the toxin. What kind of peppermint can horses eat? Types of Mint Treats That Are Safe to Serve Mint-flavored candy for horses. Fresh mint Read more…
Apart from giving your horse’s vital statistics, (see list below) the advert should draw attention to anything that makes your horse sound special.The vital statistics which you should include in any advert include: Height. Breed. Sex. Age. Price. Telephone numbers. Area in which you live. How do I advertise my Read more…
The more accurately you describe your horse, the more likely it will be that you’ll find a suitable buyer faster. The ad should draw attention to anything that makes your horse special – colour, skills, temperament etc. Keep it simple Height. Breed. Sex. Age. Price. Telephone numbers. The area where Read more…
The frog is a part of a horse hoof, located on the underside, which should touch the ground if the horse is standing on soft footing. The frog is triangular in shape, and extends midway from the heels toward the toe, covering around 25% of the bottom of the hoof. Read more…
When in a herd, they synchronize their heartbeats and if one horse’s heartbeat goes up, they know there is danger. This is why it’s commonly said that horses can sense your fear. Can heart beats synchronize? A new study from the University of Illinois examines the dynamics of long-term relationships Read more…
Horses are not born head-shy; this is a self-preservation response. The horse may have a physical issue that is causing pain, or is remembering pain or a bad experience and doesn’t trust anyone to touch his head, or certain areas of the head. He may have a sore mouth and Read more…
Of all the domestic animals we interact with, horses have the fastest reaction time. Which animal has the fastest reaction time? Condylostylus are a genus of flies and are thought to have the fastest reflex response in the animal kingdom. Scientists have measured its reflex response time to be less Read more…
Urine scald is irritation on the hind limbs caused by urine splashing onto the skin. Healthy adult horses don’t often get urine scald—irritation and scabbing caused when urine splashes onto the skin. What causes urine scald in horses? Bladder Infection in Horses Signs of cystitis include loss of control over Read more…