A horse riding boot is a type of footwear specifically designed for horseback riding. They are commonly made of leather or other durable materials and have a tough rubber sole and sturdy heel to provide traction and stability when riding. What is considered a riding boot? A riding boot is Read more…
Brushing Boots They protect the lower part of the horse’s leg from the opposite hoof knocking into it, which is referred to as brushing. Brushing boots also protect the splint bone which is a common area of injury for horses. Are brushing boots necessary? Brushing boots provide essential horse’s lower Read more…
It will depend on a few factors. If your horse is boarded, some facilities may offer “on/off” services with items like bell boots. Some boarding facilities, oftentimes the larger ones, may not have the time to do this with every individual horse and may prefer/request to leave bell boots on Read more…
Fetlock Boots They start under the knee and down the inside of the leg and are designed to protect while still enabling a horse to feel a pole while jumping. Fetlock boots are generally used for show jumping with tendon boots to provide protection and can be used for schooling Read more…
Peppermint tea can help with digestion and to prevent some forms of gas and possibly gas colic in horses. Is peppermint good for horses? Peppermints According to Equine Wellness Magazine, peppermint helps horses’ digestive system as it contains a bitter quality that helps stimulate appetite. This is why it can Read more…
Hoof boots are also handy to have on hand in the event of a lost shoe, and some riders carry one with them while hacking for just that purpose. Hoof boots are also an asset for riding when a horse’s feet are tender while transitioning from wearing shoes to going Read more…
The Kicking Horse Campground operates as a first-come, first-serve campsite and they also accept site-specific reservations for certain sites. A National Park pass is required. Can you camp anywhere in Yoho National Park? Camping is only permitted in designated areas with a valid park pass and camping permit. How do Read more…
Magnetic boots for horses can provide numerous benefits to older or stabled horses and can help to reduce signs of splints and windgalls. They can also be very effective in case there are symptoms of arthritis with your horse. What is the best treatment for arthritis in horses? Treatment of Read more…
10 Best Slow Feeders For Horses HelixFeeder by KiwiFeeder. Slow Feed Hay Ball Feeder Toy by Equi-Essentials. Porta-Grazer™ by Porta-Grazer. Slow Feeder Saver by High Country Plastics. HayGain Forager by HayGain® Feeder HayBox by Kerbl. DIY Slow Feeder. 45H Slow Feeder by Farmco. Are slow feeders good for horses? Slow Read more…
Icing Your Horse’s Feet – Option #1 Keep her in the ice water for an hour or so, a couple of times for each front foot if you have an army of helpers. You can’t really ice them too much — and any amount will help. How long do you Read more…