The average lifespan of a horse is between 25 to 30 years, although it varies between breeds. It’s not uncommon for horses to live beyond 40 years of age and the oldest horse ever, Old Billy, lived to the age of 62. What is the best age to start riding Read more…
Irregular and sporadic exercise can lead to tying up and injuries. How often do horses need to be exercised? Horses need 20 minutes of movement every day so that’s a good initial goal and can be increased from there. More intense programs for competition conditioning can build up to two Read more…
They may look big and tough, but behind their large exterior, they have a heart of gold and enjoy an active and healthy outdoor lifestyle. Horses can make great companions and help encourage owners to spend more time in nature, away from everyday stresses. Can I have a horse and Read more…
Things to do With Your Horse Other than Riding Do Groundwork With Your Horse. Give Your Horse a Makeover. Give Your Horse Treats. Take Your Horse for a Walk. Watch Your Horse Play With New Toys. Do Desensitization Training With Your Horse. Make An Obstacle Course for Your Horse. Correct Read more…
Horses don’t want to be ridden (at least before training), and research shows that riding causes lameness and discomfort. So on this basis, horseback riding is cruel. Do horses suffer from being ridden? Horses that are suffering from back or leg problems may experience some pain when being ridden. As Read more…
Most performance horses will cope better with a reduced workload. Working the horse for two days a week at a reduced duration and intensity allows them to maintain a certain level of fitness. How many days a week should a horse be ridden? four days a weekFor a horse and Read more…
Do remember that all horses are different and this process could take much longer than six to eight weeks, depending on how much time your horse has had off, the stage they were at before their break and whether they need to lose some excess weight as well as gain Read more…
Boredom. Horses can quickly become weary of a monotonous diet or a dull routine, not unlike humans. Mixing up their diet with delicious treats and providing horse toys are excellent ways to promote mental stimulation. Why is my horse not eating his feed? “Horses might stop eating if they are Read more…
An equestrian is an expert horseback rider. If you only go riding for an hour while on vacation you aren’t an equestrian, but the person leading the group and riding the flashy horse probably is. When you know that equus is the Latin word for “horse,” the meaning of equestrian Read more…
Horses need constant access to a dry, safe, comfortable shelter to protect them from rain, wind, and snow. In warm and sunny weather, the shelter you supply will provide your companion with much needed shade and relief from biting insects. What makes a horse happy? Horses need stimulation; they are Read more…