Oils like coconut, jojoba or sunflower oil can be used to soothe and moisturize your horse’s base of the tail and hair. These oils make a great alternative to a regular detangler. How do you condition a horse’s tail? To stimulate healthy tail growth, brush the dock of your horse’s Read more…
Answer: Horses are much better adapted to the cold weather than we give them credit for. They grow an excellent winter coat that insulates them and keeps them warm and dry down to the skin. How do I know if my horse is too cold? Common signs of your horse Read more…
Shave horses are mostly used for green woodwork (using unseasoned wood) to make items such as spoons, kuksas (small bowls) or chair legs. Typically they are used to hold rougher bits of wood which are being moulded into shape using a two-handed draw knife. Why would you ever shave a Read more…
Bandaging is important for creating an environment in which tissue can heal. The main ingredient for successful healing is keeping the wound clean. How do you treat an open wound on a horse? If your horse has sustained a cut or wound the most important thing to do is to Read more…
Especially for those who can’t be worked, clipping them throughout the winter can be a very useful tool to help control their weight. What is the best way for a horse to lose weight? Restricting your horse’s caloric intake and increasing exercise is key to body weight loss. Neither done Read more…
The tail bandage has traditionally been used to protect the tail and dock while in transit and to help keep a pulled tail looking smart. How long can you leave a tail bandage on a horse? * Tail bandages should not be left on horses for more than two to Read more…
We don’t always recommend that you wait for a problem to occur. Get your clipper serviced every 1-2 years. How long do horse clipper blades last? Normally if the coat is clean, a set of blades should manage up to about five clips, but generally speaking two to three is Read more…
A: For a horse that has been on a regular, well-balanced deworming program, there is no reason why you cannot exercise him on the day the dewormer is administered. How long after worming can you ride? This goes against all we were taught in the past and feel wrong, but Read more…
Braids are not just a horse mane grooming technique for show ponies. They are also the best way to protect your horse’s tail and mane from getting tangled and dirty during physical activity like riding. Should I braid my horses tail? Braiding helps keep your horse’s mane and tails clean Read more…
You can leave a fly sheet on your horse in the rain, but it’s important to realize that fly sheets are not waterproof. The mesh breathable fly sheets allow for rain to pass through the sheet. If your horse is out in the rain or a passing shower, it will Read more…