A caparison is a cloth covering laid over a horse or other animal for protection and decoration. In modern times, they are used mainly in parades and for historical reenactments. What is horse armor called? Barding (also spelled bard or barb) is body armour for war horses. The practice of Read more…
In many areas of the country, horses begin growing their winter coats as early as September, when light begins to diminish. As the days get shorter, it’s actually the reduction in sunlight hours that triggers the horse’s body to begin increasing the production of melatonin, which prompts hair growth. What Read more…
19th century. It was commonly used in the 19th century as upholstery stuffing (such as for fabric sofas) and as covering fabric for furniture. It was almost always the fiber used to make shaving brushes. It was also common in hats and women’s undergarments. When did they stop using horsehair Read more…
Adding a cup of Cider Vinegar to the water used to rinse your horses main and tail will act like a natural hair conditioner. They will feel smooth and softer and the vinegar will help with tangles. The Cider Vinegar will also remove any build up of soap products in Read more…
Hoffman said there are a few grasses to avoid in hay or forage if you are feeding horses. They include: Perennial ryegrass and rye. This quick-growing grass is popular in dairy pastures. What is the best type of hay to feed horses? Alfalfa, white clover, red clover and birdsfoot trefoil Read more…
Cremation can allow horse owners to retain a physical part of their horse, but can be expensive. A burn pile on the property can’t attain a complete incineration and isn’t a legal. Generally, state-licensed facilities must complete incineration and follow strict emission and temperature guidelines. What do you do with Read more…
As a result, there is sometimes serious confusion – remember, gelding is NOT the same as a vasectomy, and it can’t be reversed… Can a horse breed after being gelded? Oh yes, it can happen! A recently castrated gelding can still get a mare in foal for some time after Read more…
Pin firing and blistering cause moderate to severe pain and inflammation. How do you tell if a horse has been pin fired? Any lower-leg injury that requires a layoff may still be pin-fired. If you purchase a pin-fired horse, even ten years after the “treatment”, you’ll know, because you’ll see Read more…
The wigs were very expensive, costing wearers the equivalent of over $10,000 in today’s currency for just one unit. These wigs were worn for quite a few years and were a sign of affluence. What is horse hair worth? Horsehair can be used for several applications, including artificial hair, wigs, Read more…
Their range of vision is about 300 degrees, except for an area of about three feet directly in front of and six feet behind them. binocular, just like humans, and he gains some depth perception. In order to bring objects into focus, the horse will move his head up or Read more…