How often should you replace your horse’s horseshoes? It depends on the horse and what you are doing with him but generally every 5 to 6 weeks a horse needs to be trimmed and his shoes reset. Some may need it more often. Depends on the health of the feet Read more…
It’s not a good idea to go horseback riding while pregnant. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommends avoiding activities that entail a high risk of falling or abdominal trauma. Can you touch horses when pregnant? Risks in pregnancy In order to protect their own health and that of Read more…
Whilst it is a very personal decision, the Vegan Society’s stance on the matter is that they should not. They say, “Vegans choose not to support animal exploitation in any form and so avoid visiting zoos or aquariums, or taking part in dog or horse racing. Is horse racing vegan Read more…
Never walk behind a horse, ever. Though the horse may never kick under normal circumstances, you could startle him, so always let your presence be known. When walking behind a horse, you literally are safest walking as close as possible or as far away as possible, at least out of Read more…
A great horseback rider is someone who truly believes in themselves, as well as in their horse. Any great rider needs a good deal of confidence to ride, train, and compete with their horse. Entering a show ring can be a sobering experience, and even just climbing into the saddle Read more…
Romantic love and sexuality: In many cultures, given their strength and stamina, equines are associated with sexual prowess. Horses do symbolize a blossoming love or a relationship, but they can also indicate your desire for sexual satisfaction. What does a horse symbolize in love? A flourishing romantic love Because of Read more…
Pawing in Water In natural waterways, horses paw to test the water’s depth and riverbed bottom for any hazards before they drop and roll. In the wild, rolling in water is a natural self-grooming and -cooling behavior. Why do horses randomly stomp? Horses typically paw the ground when they want Read more…
Historically, the term dates to a time when carriage horses were used for riding. These animals were called “hacks” as a contraction of “hackney”, and was originally used to describe an ordinary riding horse, particularly one for hire. What is the difference between a hack and a riding horse? “An Read more…
Nowadays horse riding is not a luxury sport. In recent years, many equestrian clubs have been created that offer the public the opportunity to make their debut in this sport. Is horse riding elite? Equestrian sports are largely considered “elitist” by those outside of the industry, and their continued existence Read more…
Historically, the term dates to a time when carriage horses were used for riding. These animals were called “hacks” as a contraction of “hackney”, and was originally used to describe an ordinary riding horse, particularly one for hire. What is the Old English word for horse? horsIn simple English: “Horse” Read more…