What Is A Horse Hat For?

Your riding hat is designed to protect you from falls and other potential head injuries when you are riding or working with horses. Do you have to wear a hat on a horse? “The majority of head injuries involve impact to the temple and some incidences of serious brain damage Read more…

Is Horse Chestnut Safe?

The raw seeds, bark, flowers, and leaves of horse chestnut are unsafe because they contain a toxic component. Standardized horse chestnut seed extracts, from which this component has been removed, appear to be safe for short-term use. Are horse chestnuts poisonous to humans? Sweet chestnuts are edible, but horse chestnuts Read more…

Do Horses Eat Papaya?

Fresh papaya is very palatable to horses but you should feed only the fruit, not the seeds or the skin, which can be toxic. Papaya contains enzymes that can enhance digestion and compounds that increase mucous production in the digestive tract. What does papaya do for horses? Papaya contains the Read more…

What Are Horse Races Hats Called?

Bigger than a barrette, modern fascinators are commonly made with feathers, flowers or beads. They need to be attached to the hair by a comb, headband or clip. They are particularly popular at premium horse-racing events, such as the Grand National, Kentucky Derby and the Melbourne Cup. What are the Read more…