Sometimes a horse will swish or “switch” his tail to lift a nagging fly off his hide. Sometimes he will swish his tail to balance his body in an extreme maneuver. But most of the time, it’s because he or she is irritated or defensive. What does flashing tail mean? Read more…
Crin, also known as crinoline or horsehair, is a net-like material, easy to mold and is often used in the decoration of clothing, hats and accessories. It was originally used in 16th-century Europe for upper-class fashion, often to hold the elaborate dresses worn daily. Is crinoline same as horsehair? Crinoline, Read more…
A horse trust ensures care for the horse if the owner gets sick or dies. A trust can be inter vivos (created during the lifetime of the horse owner) or created under your will after your death. In a horse trust, you will name a trustee who will carry out Read more…
No horse rug is ever 100% Waterproof. Synthetic rugs are the best rug for keeping your horse dry and outperform canvas rugs in this regard. Should my horse wear a rug in the rain? If your horse does not have access to shelter (stall, run-in shed etc) to stay out Read more…
It was created by twisting a forty-five foot strand and doubling it. The doubled strand was twisted, and thereby shortened, yielding the twenty-two-foot rope. – Les learned to make the hair twister from his father, who had seen Mexicans use the device on the California border. How is horse hair Read more…
“I use the same silicone spray product to waterproof blankets as I do on my patio cushions – Scotchgard™,” says Barron. “It’s cheap, you can pick it up just about anywhere, and it works. KIWI Camp Dry® is another good one.” Make sure your blanket is clean before applying a Read more…
Problems such as arthritis, generalized muscle aches or laminitis may cause a horse to lie down. Neurological conditions can cause lack of coordination and weakness, and this may cause your horse to lie down. One of the most common reasons a horse lies down is colic. Why is my horse Read more…
-40° F.. In the absence of wind and moisture, horses tolerate temperatures at or slightly below 0° F. If horses have access to a shelter, they can tolerate temperatures as low as -40° F. But horses are most comfortable at temperatures between 18° and 59° F, depending on their hair Read more…
Some say the best option is to keep animals inside the barn to prevent injury from flying debris. Others insist the best chance for survival comes when horses are turned loose into an open field. What does a horse tornado? Carousel. “How much for the horse tornado?” “Sir, that’s a Read more…
Horses need constant access to a dry, safe, comfortable shelter to protect them from rain, wind, and snow. In warm and sunny weather, the shelter you supply will provide your companion with much needed shade and relief from biting insects. Are horses OK with no shelter? Shelter. Not all horses Read more…