In rural areas of the South Ural Mountains the Bashkir horse is used for riding and for hauling loads, but it is most important as a dairy breed. What is the most common farm horse? American Quarter Horses With nearly Read more…
The change in working patterns and the vast number of people working from home could also mean owning a horse was now a possibility, and the money saved from commuting would also help it become a reality. With all these Read more…
If you find your horse licking more than normal, make sure that their diet is healthy and well-balanced. A horse may also lick wood, dirt, or other surfaces if they notice a deficiency in their diet. Why do horses lick Read more…
Bits that use copper or sweet iron encourage the horse to salivate, relax their jaw, and accept the bit easier. Commonly seen in Western bits, this material naturally rusts to produce a sweet taste that the horse enjoys. What does Read more…
Stud chains, like many pieces of equipment, can harm the horse if used improperly. If you are unsure how to use a stud chain or your horse has never had one on him before, have a professional horse trainer teach Read more…
Within the pasture, fence around trees to keep horses from stripping the bark. Why are trees fenced in horse pastures? Trees and Fencing Regardless of whether the tree is toxic, horses may eat or chew the bark and damage the Read more…
Copperhead bites or dry bites with little venom injected often cause only mild signs. Severe bites from more dangerous snake species or larger doses of venom can cause marked pain and swelling, coagulopathy (blood clotting defect) and hemorrhage, cardiac arrhythmias, Read more…
Using a chain over the nose or under the chin can hurt a horse if it’s used wrong – it’s all in how you handle your hands. Do stud chains hurt horses? Never walk a horse with tension on the Read more…
As well as potentially preventing upper airway obstruction, tongue-ties may stop horses from getting their tongue over the bit, increasing the rider’s control. Why do they tie racehorses tongues? Tongue ties are used with the aim of improving racing performance Read more…
Herbicides are one of the best ways to effectively control several troublesome broadleaf weeds. However, good stewardship and management practices are required to ensure you’re getting the most benefit from an herbicide application. When should you spray horse pasture for Read more…