To put on the bridle, stand on the left side of your horse. Hold the bridle in your left hand or rest it on your forearm, then slip the halter off his head and secure it around his neck with the cross-ties still attached. Put the reins over his head Read more…
A: If a horse is pulling on the reins during a stop, he either doesn’t know how to stop correctly or there is a problem with the way he’s being asked. As a result, your horse has learned that pushing back gives him some relief, and it’s become a habit Read more…
Each time a horse is offered for adoption and does not get adopted, they get a strike. After three strikes, BLM can sell them “without conditions”, meaning he could have been sold to someone who could have shipped him directly to slaughter. What does it mean when a horse is Read more…
potato race (plural potato races) A novelty race, on foot or on horseback, in which competitors attempt to collect a number of potatoes as quickly as possible. What is the meaning of potato race? : a race in which each runner attempts to retrieve a series of potatoes or other Read more…
A veterinarian should exam a horses that experience mood fluctuations or persistent negative emotions. Moodiness can be a sign of underlying health issues that flare up periodically, such as allergies, joint and muscular pain, gastrointestinal issues, and disorders of the nervous and endocrine system. Why has my horse turned grumpy? Read more…
Hind limb Protraction Draw the horses’ hind limb forwards toward the forelimb fetlock; make sure you keep the leg in a straight line rather than pulling the limb away from the body. Again, hold for 30 seconds and repeat 3 times on each leg. This will stretch the hamstring muscle Read more…
A horse that’s pulling, leaning on the bit, or heavy in general is a horse that’s on the forehand—and being on the forehand comes with lack of engagement. This means he isn’t using his hindquarters or back properly. How do I stop my horse from being heavy on the forehand? Read more…
Lockjaw (tetanus) is a disease from bacteria that live in low oxygen conditions. Entry to the horse is often through open or deep puncture wounds. How do you treat lockjaw in a horse? There is no cure for tetanus except to wait for your body to fight it off. Supportive Read more…
The three most popular bits for gaited and walking horses are the snaffle, curb, and gag bit. Find the perfect bit for you and your horse with these great options! Do gaited horses need special tack? Because gaited horses move a little bit differently than other horses, you’ll want to Read more…
If the copper on a bit looks dull, it should shine up well with vinegar. You can add salt to the vinegar for more cleaning power, but this again might leave a nasty taste. Soak the bit and leave it in a vinegar and salt brine. When it has brightened Read more…