The plant has a strong pungent minty odor when crushed. Perilla mint plants are toxic to horses, and all plant parts (especially the flowers and fruits) contain the toxin. Can horses eat peppermint plant? Mint – Peppermint and Spearmint have an antispasmodic effect on the digestive system; mint may help Read more…
[Conclusion] These results support that horse-riding exercise enhances balance, gait, and ADLs in stroke patients. How can I improve my balance while riding? Lift up out of the saddle and keep your weight down your legs and through your heels. This practice will help you to engage your core and Read more…
Some of the benefits of horseback riding include improved core strength, coordination, balance, muscle mass, mental alertness, and breathing. Does horseback riding improve balance? In fact, horseback riding is considered more effective in improving balance than other exercises in that it leads to a more significant increase in movement velocity Read more…
Make no mistake, from a palatability perspective, most horses relish peppermint. “Before the peppermint craze hit the equine marketplace in the form of prepackaged treats, some horsemen would disguise drinking water with a handful of the well-known red-and-white mints. Why do horses like peppermint so much? Peppermint contains a bitter Read more…
Horses love mints. And why shouldn’t they? Not only are mints delicious, but they also contain astringents (compounds that heal skin) and help heal the digestive tract and lungs. They will also give your horse minty-fresh breath! Why do horses like mints? Peppermints The Christmas-time is over but not the Read more…
The traditional story of horse evolution is well known. Over time, horses became larger and developed higher-crowned teeth. They changed from having three toes, known as tridactyly, to having a single toe, called monodactyly. How has the horse adapted to run faster? The changes from small equines to the modern Read more…
Horseback riding in shorts is not recommended. Bare legs will rub against the leather saddle and chafe quickly and the skin is very likely to get pinched between the saddle and the stirrup leather. For the best protection and comfort, it is advised to wear long pants with some stretch. Read more…
Researchers discover that certain scents can help horses to relax. If you’ve ever lit a scented candle to help yourself relax after a long day, you may not be surprised to learn that the smell of lavender can help calm stressed horses. Does lavender relax horses? A research study at Read more…
Organized horse fighting is brutal. During a fight, male horses are forced to bite, kick and strike each other with their hooves, inflicting serious injuries until one of them submits, flees or dies. Gouges, gashes and broken limbs sustained during fights are serious and can be fatal. Do horses ever Read more…
Breeches or Jodhpurs Fitted clothing doesn’t accidentally catch or tangle in your horse riding gear, and specially designed riding pants typically feature textured fabric on the inner leg and seat to increase your grip in the saddle. Riding tights are comfy and practical. What are horseback riding pants called? JodhpursJodhpurs, Read more…