In many areas of the country, horses begin growing their winter coats as early as September, when light begins to diminish. As the days get shorter, it’s actually the reduction in sunlight hours that triggers the horse’s body to begin increasing the production of melatonin, which prompts hair growth. What Read more…
A riding habit is women’s clothing for horseback riding. What do you call horse riding clothes? Jodhpurs, in their modern form, are tight-fitting trousers to the ankle, where they end in a snug cuff, and are worn primarily for horse riding. The term is also used as slang for a Read more…
The coat can grow long guard hairs to protect the inner layers during winter. Some horses will grow extra-long and sparse guard hairs in the winter to help direct rain and snow away from the coat. What are guard hairs on horses? The guard hairs “guard” or protect the soft Read more…
Horse urine is actually alkaline, does not cause concrete to deteriorate and is no more damaging to concrete than urine from any other domesticated animal. What soaks up horse urine? Zeolites are a natural stall refresher that soaks up the ammonia AND is safe for you, your horse, your chickens, Read more…
Horsehair braid is a crinoline netting, made from polyester (but used to be made from horse hair). What is horsehair braid made of? Horsehair Braid is a type of crinoline netting that is now manufactured from nylon or polyester. This stiffener is used to give body to hemlines and puff Read more…
One of the signs a horse is dying can be that it wants to stand up but cannot do so. The horse may lie down for a while, struggle to rise and become upset. If you see these signs in an older animal, they may be the horse’s way of Read more…
‘You get paid per horse, so if it takes you four hours to braid one mane, you’re not going to hold many accounts or make much money. ‘ Braiders typically make $40-$50 per mane and $25-$30 per tail, depending on the quality of braids and the show. How much is Read more…
We wet manes and tails to braid them. Damp hair stretches, so braids dry tighter and wispies are minimized. Plus, the moisture helps us work the hair. Normally we use a dandy brush or sponge to wet over the top and bottom of the crest. Can you plait a wet Read more…
Doing so can cut off circulation and also be really uncomfortable for your horse. Additionally, it may damage hair. Is it good to braid your horse’s hair? Your Horse May Wind up With Broken Strands of Hair. Leaving a braid in for an extended period of time can actually cause Read more…
Because of its silica content, horsetail is also useful when trying to stimulate hair growth. The herb rejuvenates your hair, adding sheen to the appearance and strength to the hair shafts. It also contains selenium and cysteine, which are known to promote healthy hair growth. How do you use horsetail Read more…