What can I do to prevent Eastern Equine Encephalitis? Vaccinate your horses for EEE at least twice yearly. This is BY FAR the most important step you can take to prevent this fatal disease. How can encephalitis be prevented in horses? There is no vaccine to prevent EEE virus infection. Read more…
You must build gradually on his level of security when out alone with you. Take him on short rides, bring him back to the barn, and ride right back out again. Some horses will begin to relax when they realize they really are not far from home and other horses, Read more…
The bit goes over the horse’s tongue, not under it. There should be about 2-3 wrinkles at the corners of the horse’s mouth when the bit is sitting properly. If the horse looks like it’s smiling, the bit is too high. Don’t let the bit hang too low either. How Read more…
A sawbuck is the US term for a similar device for working with logs and branches. In the UK and Canada this is also called a sawhorse. Barricades fitted with flashing lights and used to block excavations or road construction or other safety-related purposes. Why is it called a sawbuck? Read more…
Soring. A. Soring is the unethical and illegal1 practice of deliberately inflicting pain to exaggerate the leg motion of horses to gain an unfair advantage in the show ring. The chest-high stride achieved by soring is known in the industry as the “big lick”. Is the Big Lick cruel? Closer Read more…
Sawhorse projection: A representation of molecular structure, from an oblique angle. Somewhat similar to Newman and zig-zag (Sawhorse projection. The sawhorse projection is named after its similar appearance to a carpenter’s sawhorse. What is the difference between sawhorse and Newman projections? The key difference between Newman and Sawhorse projection is Read more…
Other than a riding helmet, a body protector is the most crucial equipment a child needs to enjoy horse riding safely. There are many different types of body protectors on the market, so I reviewed three of the best options to make your decision easier. Are body protectors necessary? No Read more…
There are so many tricks to choose from. You can teach your horse to bow, count, smile, give a kiss, pick up an object, shake his head ‘yes’ or ‘no’ or retrieve an object. The possibilities for trick horse training are endless! Think of all the things you have seen Read more…
Causes of Contracted Heels in Horses Improper shoeing can be one cause of contracted heels, especially when combined with unsuitable ground. Untrimmed hooves or incorrectly trimmed hooves can be another cause. If the heel is too low and long and the toe is too long it can also lead to Read more…
You should never pet someone’s animal without the owners permission. I’ve had abused horses who would bite, kick etc. An owner will know how best to approach their animal and most animal owners are happy to share their pets with others, ask permission always. Is it OK to touch a Read more…