Wild equidae can smell the blood of freshly dead animals up to two miles away. Your horse’s sense of smell, as in most animals, has far more important and wide ranging roles than yours, including… Does the smell of blood Read more…
10 Effective Ways To Stay Cool While Riding Opt to ride during a time when your body temp is naturally lower. Sun shirts keep the sun off your skin and wick away moisture so the body stays cooler. Eat cooling Read more…
Horseback Riding: What to Wear (With Pictures) An ASTM/SEI-compliant horseback riding helmet. Long pants like jeans, breeches, or jodhpurs. Boots with a heel so your feet don’t accidentally get caught in your stirrups during a fall. A fitted long or Read more…
Another example of their keen intelligence is how quickly and incredibly trainable they are. The training of horses for dressage, jumping, vaulting, racing and other equestrian activities is astounding. To witness any of these activities makes us quickly realize what Read more…
Horse riding is not cruel if it is done or supervised by an experienced rider who puts the horse’s needs first. There are many aspects to making sure riding remains cruelty-free for horses and it takes several years to develop Read more…
They can reach speeds of more than 40km an hour, clear hurdles more than eight feet high and even pirouette – and they manage it all with just one toe on each foot. What makes horses different from other animals? Read more…
Maybe you have a favorite scent that helps you relax: something like eucalyptus, or lilac, or jasmine, or cinnamon. Well, according to a recent study, horses do as well — and it’s lavender. What scents attract horses? “In some feed Read more…
Where can you put your phone when horseback riding? A side pocket of breeches (bonus points if it zips!) Check out this article on best breeches with pockets! Use a waist bag or running belt. Carry your phone in an Read more…
Horses are well-known for their manes and long tails. They are very powerful due to their strong muscles and leg structure. What is so special about horses? Horses are special creatures. They are majestic, strong and can display a broad Read more…
Like many forms of exercise, horseback riding improves circulation. The rhythm of movement your body does while riding a horse promotes healthy circulation and stretches many of your muscles. This, in turn, improves flexibility and your range of motion. Why Read more…