right. Generally, the mane laying on the right or offside is considered correct. If you pleasure ride or show in low-level shows, which side your horse’s mane lies on may not matter. At higher level shows, where good turnout is essential, your horse’s mane should lie smoothly on the right Read more…
The Horizon 6904 Living Quarter screams “Take me camping.” One of the smallest living quarters Sundowner offers, this all aluminum trailer is available in a 2 to 10 horse. The 6904 comes standard with an air conditioner, microwave, cook top, and full bathroom with shower and toilet. What is the Read more…
Once you get out on the road, your driving requires some special precautions. Loaded horse trailers are heavy. The extra weight puts more strain on the tow vehicle and stopping distances are longer. You will also not be able to accelerate as quickly. How do you pull a horse trailer? Read more…
The twitch is considered a humane method of restraint and is commonly used by horsemen and veterinarians to keep an animal still and quiet. What is the main tool of restraint used on horses? The halter and lead rope are the basics of restraint. A stud shank or chain can Read more…
Yes, a horse trailer with living quarters is considered an RV when the living quarters contain a bed, stove, bathroom, and sink. Without these amenities, it would be considered a trailer. The benefits of registering as an RV means include not needing to stop at weigh stations and paying lower Read more…
Slant-load trailers may be the choice for larger trailers, but for hauling two horses, straight-load trailers are the right choice. What is this? Emergency: If you have to reach your loaded horse in an emergency, it is easier and safer. Straight-load trailers have an exit door that allows access to Read more…
Please don’t use rope halters in cross ties as they are not intended to be used in this manner. Halter your horses responsibly and teach your horses to be caught easily for your sake and their’s. Should you tie a horse in a rope halter? A rope halter is a Read more…
They are generally called anti-sweat sheets and just help to wick away moisture, not provide any warmth to the horse. If in a cold climate, or if you have a clipped horse in the chilly months, you might use a cooler pre-workout to help keep the horse warm before riding. Read more…
A 4-rail fence system provides a more visible barrier, closer rail spacing, and is more aesthetically pleasing. For smaller rails like Raceline & Shockline Flex Fence® coated wire, Pro-Tek electric horse fencing, or other various electric horse fencing, 4-8 rails are typical. What is the spacing on a 3 rail Read more…
The toxin in red maple leaves has never been identified, but after eating red maple leaves, horses develop severe anemia that results in weakness, depression, pale to yellow mucous membranes and dark brown to red urine due to the hemoglobin being released when the horse’s red blood cells are destroyed. Read more…