Parelli’s Answer: Horses kick for two reasons: fear and self-defense, or as an act of dominance. A fearful kick is usually quick and tends to happen when a horse feels cornered or trapped. A dominant kick is more of a premeditated attack and not quite as quick; you can see Read more…
The barefoot life won’t work for a horse that lives in a stall or small pen, soft grassy pasture or wet conditions. This is especially true if you then ride your horse on gravel roads or rocky terrain. The horse will quickly become tender-footed or go lame from stone bruising. Read more…
In the wild, horses are most scared of natural predators like lions, wolves, and alligators. Domesticated horses can be scared of any sound they haven’t heard before, and it could be as innocent as the sounds of plastic bags, barking, or any suspicious noise in the wind. Why do horses Read more…
Aloe vera has many uses for horses (and humans). The most recent research suggests that Aloe vera can improve hoof growth and condition. Can you put aloe vera on horses? Aloe Vera Gel is widely used as an excellent healing application for many animal skin conditions. Aloe Vera Gel is Read more…
Strong, thick hoof walls – with the inner wall being thicker. Bars end approximately halfway down the frog. The heel buttresses are back towards the rear of the frog. The hoof ratio is 65:35 (from the rear of the hoof to the widest point; and from the widest point to Read more…
Aloe can be a wonderful addition to the equine diet for horses struggling with gastric issues and ulcers. Since it is mucilaginous, it will soothe the gastrointestinal tract. It is high in digestible fiber and can support the regulation of healthy colonic bacteria. What does aloe vera gel do for Read more…
Its soothing properties make it effective in treating skin irritation caused by allergies, chafing or minor burns. Horses can also ingest Aloe to aid digestion. With a large amount of digestible fibre, it helps to reduce irritation in the stomach and can protect the digestive tract. Is Aloe Vera toxic Read more…
The way to make your horse bombproof is by putting them through desensitizing training. Desensitizing is when you introduce your horse to everything they may be scared of and help them understand why they don’t have to be afraid. Can all horses be desensitized? Horses are sensitive, but also easy Read more…
In the wild horses spend a large proportion of their time eating and this constant chewing action generally wears their teeth evenly to prevent sharp edges and spikes from forming over time. How do horses teeth wear down in the wild? However, unlike human teeth, adult horse teeth never stop Read more…
If you’re headed for a show, stall wraps can help keep your horse’s legs clean, and if there is a wound, bandages can help keep that clean and protected. Horses can be turned out in wraps. How long can a horse stay in standing wraps? Do not leave on for Read more…