Horses: Each horse needs 100 square feet of stall space (this can be in separate stalls, or large open loaf- ing [3-sided] shed if animals do not antagonize each other), 200 square feet of corral per horse in addition to pasture, 2 feet of bunk space set aside from others, Read more…
“If you feel your horse begin to nap, keep his feet moving and his neck bent,” advises Shane. “By asking the horse to go left and right continually he will learn that it’s easier to go forward. “Being able to manoeuvre his hindquarters also means you will be able to Read more…
The stay apparatus is, in essence, a survival mechanism. Horses are not able to quickly transition from a lying position to standing. Because of this, they remain standing for the majority of the day. Can horses stand up after lying down? This is a survival mechanism for horses, due to Read more…
For some horses with anhidrosis, dark beers can help alleviate this condition. This beer option may be more cost-effective than using a supplement for anhidrosis. Of course with suspected anhidrosis, a visit with your veterinarian is in order. What kind of beer is best for horses? Guinness stout beer is Read more…
Causes. Weakness can be caused by a lack of proper training, conformational problems, a lack of muscle development, or joint and bone problems. If you notice your horse is weak in the hind end, you need to have him checked by the veterinarian to determine if a medical problem is Read more…
Treatment of Heat Stroke in Horses If you suspect your horse is experiencing heat stress, it is critical to stop all exercise immediately and move your horse to a cooler setting, such as in the shade. Be sure to contact your veterinarian immediately. What happens when a horse has a Read more…
Lug In: A horse that bears (drifts towards the rail) in during the stretch run; usually the sign of a tired horse. What does lugging mean in horse racing? Lugging (in/out): A horse who pulls towards the inside or outside rail. In its most minimal form this can be annoying Read more…
Hot temperatures and high humidity can lead to heat stroke in horses that exercise as well as horses that don’t exercise. Resulting from becoming significantly overheated, heat stroke can lead to the respiratory, vascular, nervous and muscular systems of a horse to stop working, causing his body to shut down. Read more…
Czech authorities alerted the discount furniture maker that they had found horsemeat in a sample of meatballs, and Ikea subsequently pulled the product from stores in 14 countries. Ikea is of What are IKEA’s meatballs made of? About the Ikea recipe The meatball ingredients are pretty standard. They include ground Read more…
They are used for riding and transport. They are also used for carrying things, pulling carts, or helping plow farmer’s fields in agriculture. People have used selective breeding to make bigger horses do heavy work. What are 10 uses for horses? Here are the 7 Uses of Horses Throughout History Read more…