Is Salmon Oil Good For Horses?

Sport horses Feeding salmon oil improves the elasticity of the cell membrane, resulting in a faster oxygen uptake. Also EPA and DHA affect the endocrine system/hormonal system. They increase insulin sensitivity in the horse, which improves its performance. What is the best omega-3 oil for horses? The best known Omega Read more…

Is Horse Leather Good For Jackets?

HORSEHIDE LEATHER JACKETS Being a luxury leather, horsehide is generally praised for its overall beauty and durability. Horsehide is heavier than goat. It relatively produces more warmth in winter, although leather isn’t an exactly good insulator. Additionally, horsehide outperforms goatskin in terms of rigidity. Which type of leather is best Read more…

Is Horsehide Thinner Than Cowhide?

When comparing horsehide to cow/steerhide, there are big differences. Horsehide has a coarser grain, huge differences in weight (even across the same hide, and generally is lighter/thinner), is more abrasion resistant, has a different fiber structure, and displays much more variation and natural markings. Which is better horsehide or cowhide? Read more…

Why Is Horsehide So Expensive?

As horses are not farmed agriculturally in most countries, horsehide is more expensive than other leathers. Why is horsehide expensive? Horsehide is often more expensive than similarly treated cowhide. Why? Its scarce. Fewer people are eating horses and not much of the hide is suitable for mass-producing boots. Is horsehide Read more…