A horsefly can symbolize things such as persistence, reflection, and life force. Horseflies are annoying and can relentlessly chase you around, which is why they might be perceived as a bad omen. This is not true! While we might not like seeing them, they are often seen as a sign Read more…
Equestrians should only purchase 100% therapeutic-grade essential oils. When using with your horse, you can dab the oil on the affected area, the chest for inhalation, or the poll. Begin by wrapping your hand around the bottle with the lid off. Extend the oil to your horse and allow him Read more…
Way back in 1546, a man named John Heywood supposedly used this phrase in some Middle English text. (“No man ought to looke a geuen hors in the mouth.”) However, some word experts say the idiom is much older than that. However old it is, people must have used it Read more…
Every year in the build-up to the Grand National the hype and interest in grey horses comes back. Yet the fact remains that, since the first running of the Grand National in 1839, just three grey winners have won the race four times. How many grey horses have won the Read more…
Poisonous plants for horses Alsike clover. Bluebells. Bracken fern. Buttercups. Charlock. Cherry trees (including wild and black cherry) Curly dock leaves. Daffodils. What is the most toxic plant to horses? Nine poisonous plants horses should avoid Ragwort. While ragwort has a bitter taste and is rarely eaten by horses when Read more…
Earth Tones – This color group includes browns, tans, and other neutrals. They look best on chestnuts, buckskins, palominos, and duns. Earth tones are quite common in western disciplines. Greens and Blues – Some of my personal favorites are navy blue, hunter green, turquoise, and sky blue. What is the Read more…
Gag bits are used mainly for horses that are strong pullers or for horses that need retraining. Gag bits are most commonly seen in polo, eventing (especially for cross-country), show jumping, and hacking, mainly for increased control at times where a horse may be excited or try to run off Read more…
According to ASPCA, Hostas are toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhea, or depression. Contact your local veterinarian if you suspect your animal has eaten this plant. What is the most toxic plant to horses? Nine poisonous plants horses should avoid Ragwort. While ragwort has a Read more…
Basil flowers, like the rest of the plant, are considered to be non-toxic to domesticated animals such as dogs, cats and horses under normal circumstances. Basil flowers and leaves do contain plant compounds that can be harmful to their digestive systems when consumed in mass quantities, though. Is basil okay Read more…
Essential oils can be a great addition to your weekly routine with your horse. While you don’t want to apply any of them directly to your horse’s skin, you can use them via aromatherapy—where your horse actively smells the oils, either under their nose or through a diffuser. Are essential Read more…