Horses may chew on wood in their stable, fencing, or trees. Hay and pasture may vary in the content of fiber and it is shown that if horses are not getting enough fiber in your diet they may choose to Read more…
There are two theories on the origin of this expression. One such theory is that horses were used for hunting and warfare and it was necessary for warriors to be in good health. Another theory is that horses have strong Read more…
Male horses that are not intended for use as breeding stock are usually castrated, also referred to as gelding. Gelding a horse involve the removal of both testicles, the epididymis and part of the spermatic cord that supplies blood and Read more…
Leaving a halter on a foal that is unattended is a bad idea for two reasons. The first reason is the same reason you should not leave a halter on an adult horse. They can get hung up on most Read more…
13 days. In this study, tail hairs took 19 days to lengthen by one centimeter for wild asses. Przewalski’s horses grew one centimeter of tail hair in 17 days, while domestic horses produced the same growth in 13 days. What Read more…
Filly Sorrento, by Billy Be Cool, was born completely tail-less four weeks ago at Hill Valley Stud, Lincs. Owner Darren Hardy told H&H she has been thoroughly examined by vets, and she is doing well. “We’ve been researching and have Read more…
Brushing a Horse Step-By-Step Secure Your Horse So You Can Groom Them. Use the Curry Comb to Loosen Dirt on Your Horse’s Coat. Sweep Dirt Off Your Horse’s Coat Using a Dandy Brush. Remove Remaining Dust From Your Horse’s Coat Read more…
once a week. We encourage owners to comb/brush out their horse’s mane and tail once a week. Brushing everyday can damage the hair and cause loss, in turn resulting in a thin, short mane and tail. How often should you Read more…
Tail-swishing indicates tension in the horse, often from back pain or other orthopedic issues. Checking saddle fit and back health is a good place to start. Another common cause of tension under saddle is equine gastric ulcer syndrome. What does Read more…
Instructions: Generously rub detangler into the horse’s tail. Start at the very bottom of the tail and use the end of the grooming rake to carefully pick apart hairs. Continue working your way all the way to the top of Read more…