Most horses grow and shed hair in a seasonal pattern, producing a heavier coat in response to shorter hours of sunlight in the fall and losing this winter insulation as the days get longer in the spring. By the time Read more…
However, frosty grass can pose a health concern to horses who are at risk of illnesses such as laminitis or equine metabolic syndrome (EMS). “Sunny days and frosty nights cause sugars to accumulate in the grass,” says Mike. Can horses Read more…
The horse’s mane, tail head, and legs are prone to accumulating dander and buildup. You can break down grunge and waxy buildup with raw apple cider vinegar. Mix one cup of raw apple cider vinegar with one gallon of warm Read more…
It will take the horse approximately 60 days before you start to notice the effects of the light (i.e., increased shedding); this should be taken into account so that you start adding lights at the appropriate time. Secondly, vigorous grooming Read more…
Throughout the Middle Ages in Europe, knights and their horses wore steel armor. Such armor is heavy, often weighing more than 50 pounds (23 kilograms) for the horse, and as many for the rider. European horses were bred to increase Read more…
The Medieval Period Like the contemporaneous mounted warrior, the horse was clad in mail armor (14.25. 1540) and, presumably, wore padded and quilted garments underneath for comfort and additional protection. Caparisons, large textile coverings for the entire horse, also appeared Read more…
It’s typically a long-sleeved, button-up shirt or jacket, with traditional styles featuring a collar, a wallpaper print, and a Western yoke. Modern Western riders opt for stretchy, breathable shirts and tank tops. During competition, Western riders often swap the shirt Read more…
Long pants like jeans, breeches, or jodhpurs. (Shorts and inner leg pant seams can chafe.) Boots with a heel so your feet don’t accidentally get caught in your stirrups during a fall. A fitted long or short sleeved shirt that Read more…
Horses with their coats clipped horses or horses that are “slicked out” need a blanket to stay warm. Older horses are less efficient in creating body heat and need to be covered with a blanket in cold weather. Why do Read more…
On a chilly winter day, it’s natural for your horse’s coat to seem a bit “puffier” than normal. When he gets chilled, the hypothalamus, the primary control center for thermoregulation located deep within the brain, triggers the contraction of the Read more…