Almost all the bones in an equine skull are fused together, providing a stable structure to protect the brain. The only part that moves is the jaw, with the flexibility provided by the temporo-mandibular joint. This movement is what allows the horse to chew. What is the only bone in Read more…
“As a general rule of thumb, horses on pasture eat about 1-2 lb (0.45-0.9 kg) of pasture dry matter per hour. An average horse on pasture 24 hours a day will graze for about 16 hours, meaning that they can consume 16-32 lb (7-15 kg) of pasture. How long should Read more…
Simple fractures of the coffin bone often require several months of rest to heal completely. The bar shoe will need to remain in place during this time. Subsequent radiographs will be necessary to determine when the fracture is healed completely and when the horse can return to work. How do Read more…
Horses have manes to provide shade on hot sunny days and insulate their neck on cold days, and it acts as a natural fly screen. Manes also offer a layer of protection from predators’ teeth, and long forelocks shade the horse’s eyes from the sun and flies. Why do horses Read more…
Competition scents for horse and rider Basil. The dressage horse and rider always benefit from a quick sniff of basil before a test, as it sharpens the mind and helps retain focus on the task at hand. Bergamot. Chamomile. Eucalyptus. Frankincense. Geranium. Lavender. Lemongrass. What smells do horses love? Researchers Read more…
It may be tempting, but try to avoid bathing your horse with soap and water on a daily basis. It’ll lead to dry skin and a coat depleted of its natural oils, which can actually make your horse more susceptible to sunburn, hives, and fungus. At the most, Max believes Read more…
Horsehair is desirable for paint brushes because of its smooth lay and ability to hold a large amount of paint acting as a reservoir and allowing the painter to stop less frequently. What hair is best for paint brushes? Use only weasel tail hair. Weasel hair is usually soft and Read more…
Coconut: You might not think that horses eat coconuts, but they do! Coconuts are high in potassium, iron, and magnesium, but are also high in fat. To feed a coconut to a horse, slice it open and scoop out the flesh. Cut the flesh in small pieces. Can horses have Read more…
horsehair, animal fibre obtained from the manes and tails of horses and ranging in length from 8 inches (20 cm) to 3 feet (90 cm) and most often of black colour. It is coarse, strong, lustrous, and resilient and usually has a hollow central canal, or medulla, making it fairly Read more…
Rubbing garlic on your horse’s coat or feeding garlic is thought to naturally fend off mosquitoes, presumably because of the high sulfur content. Garlic is advocated for helping horses in other ways: to break up mucus in horses with airway disease, to function as an antioxidant, and to act as Read more…