Sight and vision Sight is probably the most important of the equine senses. With eyes on the side of its head, the horse can see almost all around, although a blind zone exists behind it and a little in front of its head. What sense is very strong in horses? Read more…
Disrespectful Horse Behaviors Grazing While Being Led or Ridden. Bumping Into You. Dragging You or Walking Too Slow When Being Led. Being Aggressive Towards You When It’s Time to Eat. Acting Out When Riding. Not Letting You Pick Up Its Feet. Refusing to Be Tied. How do you know if Read more…
The vast majority of horses used for riding and other activities are geldings, as they tend to be calmer and easier to handle than stallions. However, stallions are still sometimes used for riding and other purposes, particularly in disciplines such as racing, where you can put their natural athleticism to Read more…
Horse abuse is the cause of suffering or harm upon a horse for any reason other than self-defense. There are federal and state laws that address animal abuse and cruelty. Ignorance is the most common cause of horse abuse. Is it cruel to hit a horse? It’s not just the Read more…
Horses nod their heads as a signal of energy, excitement, or irritation. They also nod when bothered by ear infections and insects. Horses that lower and raise their heads in a calm, controlled manner may be showing a sign of submission to convey a simple hello. Why do horses toss Read more…
Separation anxiety is born of natural causes. When it comes to their natural instincts, horses are herd animals. Before they were domesticated, being separated from the herd meant a lower chance of survival. So horses are hardwired to seek company, and by extension, safety in one another. Can horses have Read more…
The two essential items you will need are a well-fitting riding hat that carries the correct safety standards and a pair of boots with a smooth sole and a small heel. We would also recommend investing in a pair of riding gloves and a body protector in order for you Read more…
OUR POLICY. We have an absolute weight limit of 210 pounds. When making your reservations for a horseback riding tour, we will ask you the weights of each rider in your party, both children and adults. We do this not only to ensure that no one in your party weighs Read more…
Horse riding is not particularly easy to learn. It is both physically and mentally challenging to handle both your own posture in the saddle as well as the movements of the horse. Becoming a good rider can take years depending on how often and consistently you ride. Is riding hard Read more…
Horses are staying outside 95% of the time at night – eating, walking, and drinking if they have the possibility to do so. However, the more active they are in the daytime, the more they will sleep at night. Horses sleep upright on their feet so they can escape immediately Read more…