Why Would Someone Tape A Horse?

“By putting tape on your horse’s hair, you’re actually simulating the hair follicle—which originates in the second layer of skin—lifting it up, and bringing blood flow to areas to help with pain or stress. It’s an alternative if you want to support your horse naturally. Taping gives him support and Read more…

What Does It Mean To Untack A Horse?

The phrase “tacking up” refers to the process of putting the saddle, bridle, and any other equipment onto the horse in preparation for riding. “Untacking” means to remove all the equipment from the horse after the ride. What does Untacking mean? Definition of ‘untack’ 1. to unfasten (something tacked) 2. Read more…

Can Horses Overheat With Blankets?

A: Sweating is the most obvious sign that a horse is overheated, and a blanketed horse sweats first beneath the material, then along the neck and behind the ears. Overheating typically occurs in horses turned out during warming daytime weather in the same heavy blankets needed for still-cold nights. Can Read more…