A horse trained on leg cues and weight distribution in the saddle can perform several moves without the use of reins. Western pleasure, English riding and trail riding as well as rodeo performances attain fluidity when the rider and horse are synchronized and move as one. Does it hurt the Read more…
Leaning on the bit is the common description for any horse that puts an undue amount of his own weight on the bit whilst being ridden. A horse that leans on the bit will typically cause his rider quite a bit of muscle strain and discomfort because the horse is Read more…
When a horse becomes jumpy, it is usually because they are afraid, which makes them unable to effectively gauge the situation around them. If a horse gets spooked, it could be dangerous for the rider. If you’ve got a frequently skittish horse, check out these tips to calm down your Read more…
Opening the mouth when ridden is generally a symptom of an underlying problem, such as dental issues, poor riding, or a badly fitting or unsuitable bit that is causing the horse pain or discomfort. How do you not pull on a horse’s mouth while riding? By pressing the pinky side Read more…
A snaffle bit is an important piece of horse tack, but it may take some trial and error to find the right one for your horse. Snaffle bits are popular because they provide excellent communication while being designed to slide across your horse’s mouth without pinching. What is the most Read more…
A green horse should wear a bit that doesn’t send too many complicated signals. For that reason, trainers often choose a Mullen mouth snaffle. What is the best bit for a green horse? Young or green horses are typically started in a snaffle bit and should learn the basics in Read more…
gaits. We use the term “gaits” to describe a horse’s movements at various speeds. Many horses have the standard gaits that you may be familiar with, such as the walk, trot, trot. What is horse movement name? Walk, Trot, and Gallop! People can walk, skip, and run. But with four Read more…
The bit may be too thick or too wide for that horse’s mouth or the horse may have a dental problem. The bit may fit the horse well but be the wrong bit in a particular rider’s hands. Horses that have been ridden in draw reins often go behind the Read more…
Donkeys often make great companions for horses. As a species, donkeys tend to be lower-maintenance than horses — in fact, you might have such an easy keeper, you have to watch your donkey’s weight when the grass is lush. What is the best companion for a horse? Other equines aren’t Read more…
Alpacas (a camelid species closely related to llama) will happily graze alongside sheep or horses providing they are not bullied by a boisterous horse. They have a similar diet to horses; forage-based, with supplementary cereal concentrate rations required in the winter. What animals do alpacas get along with? There are Read more…