Working Hunter classes: ● For riders in pony or horse classes tweed jackets are the normal dress code and the general shirt, tie, light coloured jodhpurs or breeches as described at the beginning. Short boots are generally worn until 15HH Read more…
Land treadmill exercise provides the opportunity to exercise a horse on a firm level surface in a straight line with a high degree of control. It has potential benefits for the rehabilitation of many and varied orthopedic conditions. Is treadmill Read more…
Though stock horse breeds tend to dominate the cutting world, Arabians also excel at the sport, and many Arabian shows will have cutting classes. Other breeds to compete in cutting competitions include Morgans, Mustangs, and Australian Stock Horses. What types Read more…
Horses attempt to roll while being ridden because they are uncomfortable, or rolling can be the horse’s way of being balky, and resisting work. If your horse suddenly tries to roll while being ridden, carefully check your tack for anything Read more…
Horses rolling in dust derive the benefit of dust-bathing to maintain a healthy hair coat. Horses may also roll in mud to protect and soothe their skin during insect season. Why do horses roll when being ridden? Horses sometimes roll Read more…
Circles teach a horse its responsibilities – Maintaining gait, direction and looking where it is going. Circles are great for teaching a horse the correct body flexion and removing braces in the horse’s ribs, shoulders and body. Circles are a Read more…
While the sport developed from the traditional skills of ranchers, the creation of a top-level series of major shows now means big Reining stars can earn huge sums. The legendary Shawn Flarida has won an eye-watering $6m throughout his career! Read more…
What to notice: Usually, a horse that gets up after rolling will give his whole body a good shake. Horses that are lying down and rolling because of discomfort usually don’t shake. It’s all right if the horse doesn’t roll Read more…
Horses roll for a wide variety of reasons. Most of the reasons horses roll are normal, healthy behaviors. These reasons include communication, relieving irritation or stress, stretching an itch, or simply a sign of happiness. What does it mean when Read more…
If he does try to roll, lift the bit up in one side of his mouth and kick him to keep him moving until you can safely dismount. Then try to figure out what prompted him to go down. If Read more…