noun. throat·latch ˈthrōt-ˌlach. : a strap of a bridle or halter passing under a horse’s throat. Do you need a throat latch on a bridle? The main objective of the throat latch is to prevent the bridle from getting off above the horse’s head, which can happen if the horse Read more…
climbing When a horse lifts its front legs abnormally high as it gallops, causing it to run inefficiently. What does it mean when a horse pulls up? This essentially means that the jockey has decided the horse can’t keep going and so he takes it out of the race. This Read more…
Most horses are purchased when they are three or four, and are then sent to the Royal Army Veterinary Corps Depot, at Melton Mowbray in Leicestershire, from where they are forwarded to the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment in London, for selection by squadron leaders. What breed of horse do the Read more…
Dragging paddocks two to three times a year helps break up manure piles and kill parasites. Often, horses pick an area to defecate in and not graze. Dividing the pasture into smaller paddocks can help solve this problem. Should you drag a pasture? Because manure is an important fertilizer source, Read more…
While horses can move up a staircase without much trouble, traversing down stairs is more difficult for them because they aren’t able to see their legs, and thus have a hard time positioning their feet correctly. Can horses not go down stairs? In theory, yes, horses can climb up and Read more…
The wooden “spreaders” are singletrees, and they’re made from 3-4″ diameter oak or other very hard, strong wood. They have to be strong to hold the traces/tugs apart while pulling heavy loads. The horses are trained to move as directed, and backing up is an important part of their job. Read more…
Training fees vary from trainer to trainer. Daily rates range from €45 to €70 per day per horse. On average training fees in Ireland cost €1,700 a month and generally include basic additional costs. What is the average cost of training a horse? Horse Training Cost Riding lessons are $35 Read more…
No active vacation in Ireland would be complete without a horseback riding experience. All along the famous Wild Atlantic Way, you’ll find some of the best horseback riding in Ireland. Beginner or advanced rider, fast-paced jaunt or relaxing leisure trek, there’s something to suit you. How much does it cost Read more…
Ireland has a world-famous reputation for the breeding and production of exceptional racing, sporting and leisure horses and ponies and its title as ‘the land of the horse’ is well earned. Why is Ireland famous for horses? The tradition of racing runs very deep in Ireland. It is here that Read more…
In Scottish folklore, a kelpie is a dangerous shape-shifting water creature that can appear on land as a horse. How can you tell if a horse is a kelpie? The kelpie is usually described as a powerful and beautiful black horse inhabiting the deep pools of rivers and streams of Read more…