You probably won’t even notice if your dog has a nibble of horse feed here and there. But, if your dog eats too much, too often he may get gas, upset stomach and loose stools. This happens because foods with high grain and fiber content, such as horse feed, can Read more…
The bookmakers then passed that on to the punters as a 9% betting tax, which you could pay on top of your stake or have 9% deducted from your winnings and stake if your bet won. But there’s no need to worry about that anymore – as you can now Read more…
Horse breeding jobs involve taking steps to breed and raise horses. Your responsibilities in this industry depend on your area of specialization. As a horse breeder, you manage the breeding process, while broodmare managers oversee the care of pregnant mares, and stallion managers care for stud horses. What do you Read more…
The most common injury that will cause a horse to start scrambling is an injury to the hind end stabilizer muscle. If a horse strains or tears this muscle, they simply cannot balance going around corners in a float. Why does a horse scramble in a float? Horses that scramble Read more…
Traditionally the fourth Classic of the season, the Derby Stakes, or Derby, for short, run over a mile-and-a-half at Epsom, is currently the most valuable horse race run in Britain, with a total prize money of £1.62 million. Which horse race is the richest? 1. Saudi Cup ($30.5m) The Saudi Read more…
Used to protect a horse’s legs during exercise, protecting the lower leg from injury. A type of wrap used on the lower legs of a horse. Why do horses wear leg guards? ‘ Leg boots help protect the delicate structures of the leg from bumps against obstacles, or the horse’s Read more…
Protection: Shoes protect the hooves by adding durability and strength. This can help to reduce the risk of injury when riding on hard ground, or when performing intensive work. Do horses need shoes on back feet? Horses carry most of their weight on their front feet, so having shoes on Read more…
Horses with good conformation and structurally sound hooves may do just fine all their lives with no shoes and being trimmed as needed. On the other hand, horses with less than ideal conformation, weak hoof structure or an involvement in equine sports will benefit from being shod. Is barefoot Better Read more…
Brushing boots or splint boots are used to protect a horse’s legs during exercise, protecting the lower leg from injury that may occur if one leg or hoof strikes the opposite leg. When should you use boots on your horse? Protective boots are particularly important if your horse has big Read more…
Back on Track offers a selection of therapeutic boots, horse leg braces, and wraps that may reduce swelling, promote circulation of the blood, and offer support and comfort for arthritic joints. They may also aid in the recovery process if your horse has been injured. How long can you leave Read more…