A whorl located between the eyes indicates an easy going, willing horse. Whorls higher on the forehead represent intelligence and a more reactive nature. If it sits to the right, the horse will is thought to be less cooperative. Long whorls, especially those that drop below the eye indicate a Read more…
Myler combination bits often work well, the 30 04 being popular or the 30 42 if the horse puts his head down whilst pulling. Check the horses back and saddle fit as this can be a way for the horse to relieve a sore back temporarily. Why does my horse Read more…
horse is for sale. White ribbons signify that a horse is for sale. Because it can be difficult to successfully advertise at a show, using a white ribbon is an excellent way to show that your horse is for sale. What does a white ribbon on horse tail mean? is Read more…
Hobbles are effective restraint for addressing an emergency and training a horse to stand still and accept pressure, but should never be used to restrain a horse in place of providing pain management. Hobbles should never be placed on a joint or placed on so tight as to restrict blood Read more…
The horses symbolise freedom and are a part of Australia’s cultural identity,” he says. However, for the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS), brumbies are a major management challenge. Who brought horses to Australia? European colonisersThere are an estimated 400,000 feral horses roaming Australia, an incredible number when you Read more…
Horses pull back for a couple of reasons. Firstly, they are scared and secondly, they know they can. Essentially, it is both a behaviour and a training problem. But even if the horse is pulling because of a learned behaviour, the root of the problem was likely based in fear. Read more…
A rig is an entire male horse with no signs of external testicles so appears to be a gelding; but one or two testicles are still present, producing testosterone. How can I tell if my horse is a rig? Your vet can confirm whether your horse is a true rig Read more…
The purpose of the bit is for communication and control. In order to achieve communication we need relaxed, confident acceptance of the bit by the horse. Why do they put bits in horses mouths? By definition, a bit is a piece of metal or synthetic material that fits in a Read more…
Reins consist of leather straps or rope attached to the outer ends of a bit and extend to the rider’s or driver’s hands. Reins are the means by which a horse rider or driver communicates directional commands to the horse’s head. Pulling on the reins can be used to steer Read more…
They allow you to safely tie your horse up so that they cannot move around and release them quickly if there’s ever an emergency. Why do people cross tie horses? Being in cross-ties means a horse cannot lie down easily, or at all. Horses with broken or fractured legs are Read more…