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 Read more…
Answer: Horses are much better adapted to the cold weather than we give them credit for. They grow an excellent winter coat that insulates them and keeps them warm and dry down to the skin. How do I know if Read more…
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 Read more…
Shave horses are mostly used for green woodwork (using unseasoned wood) to make items such as spoons, kuksas (small bowls) or chair legs. Typically they are used to hold rougher bits of wood which are being moulded into shape using Read more…
It means “a prince riding the white horse”, and is used indicating a man with good manners, high reputation, wealth, and who can guard his lover and be sincere for her. In other words, an ideal man for women. What Read more…
Temperature Guide to Rugging a Horse Temperature Stabled/Clipped 10 to 15 degrees Stable Sheet or Lightweight stable rug 5 to 10 degrees Mediumweight Stable Rug Zero to 4 degrees Heavyweight Stable Rug -10 to zero degrees Heavy Weight Stable Rug Read more…
“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 Read more…
Bandaging is important for creating an environment in which tissue can heal. The main ingredient for successful healing is keeping the wound clean. How do you treat an open wound on a horse? If your horse has sustained a cut Read more…
Tail-breaking for high-set tails is no longer used, and tail-nicking is banned in a few states. Why do they cut horses tails? Docking traditionally has been performed to prevent the tail of the horse from interfering with harness and carriage Read more…
Especially for those who can’t be worked, clipping them throughout the winter can be a very useful tool to help control their weight. What is the best way for a horse to lose weight? Restricting your horse’s caloric intake and Read more…