Mineral oil is not absorbed in the digestive tract of the horse, so it reaches the hindgut intact and can act on the impaction site. Horse owners will occasionally add mineral oil to a horse’s diet in an effort to prevent or manage mild colic episodes. What oil can I Read more…
Fenwick Liquid Titanium Masks are a natural way to help reduce stress and anxiety in your horse. They have been found to aid relaxation of the poll & surrounding muscles, which can have a calming effect on highly strung horses. What is the purpose of a horse mask? A fly Read more…
Overweight horses have a girth to height ratio equal to or greater than 1.26, while overweight ponies have a girth to height ratio equal to or greater than 1.33. How fat is too fat for a horse? According to THE U.S.CAVALRY MANUAL OF HORSE MANAGEMENT (1941) a horse should not Read more…
There is no value to feeding corn oil to horses. It is highly processed and is one of the highest in inflammation-promoting Omega 6 fatty acids and very low in anti-inflammatory Omega 3 fatty acids. What is the best oil to put in horse feed? Linseed oil is the best Read more…
If you hear someone say your horse is hollow it means their head is up, they are fighting or evading contact with the bit, and they aren’t rounding over their backs and engaging their hind end. A hollow horse will have it’s head up and blocking your view most of Read more…
To turn right, move the reins across the horse’s neck to the right. To go left, move the reins across the horse’s neck to the left. Always hold the reins in your left hand. What do you hold onto when riding a horse? Hold the reins in your hand or Read more…
Horse rental facilities may set weight limits for horseback riding, but in general, there is no hard and fast weight limit number; it depends on the horse’s size, fitness level, and condition. As a guideline, horses should not be asked to carry more than 20% of their body weight. Can Read more…
It is absolutely normal for a horse to secrete foamy saliva during physical exertion. In fact, this is often considered a positive physical trait because it indicates the horse is relaxed and being ridden correctly. In horses that are tense or have bad posture, the salivary duct is inhibited and Read more…
First Aid After A Horse Kicked You The first thing you must do is remain calm and evaluate the injuries. Next, call a doctor and get medical help as soon as possible without moving much. What happens if a horse kick you? A horse’s kick is extremely powerful and can Read more…
½ to 2 cups per day. Hemp seeds can be fed ground or hulled. For a full-sized horse, the typical dose is ½ to 2 cups per day depending on the horse’s condition and energy needs. If your horse is overweight, you can feed hempseed protein fiber, which has less Read more…