Black treacle and molasses are famed for their palatability and energy, both attributable to high sugar content, and the stickiness which helps to bind feed and reduce dust. Can you give black treacle to horses? Molassed feeds may be attractive Read more…
A lateral walk is a pace in which the legs move on the same side in unison. If you haven’t been methodical about making sure that the connection and ahead-of-the-leg requirements, which were trained in the trot and canter, also Read more…
Peas are a particularly good source of what are known as essential amino acids, which need to be provided in the diet. The good-quality protein of peas supports optimum muscle tone and integrity, making them ideal for working horses, broodmares Read more…
Fetlock boots are generally used for show jumping with tendon boots to provide protection and can be used for schooling and competition, when allowed. Fetlock boots generally come in two designs. One is more of an all-purpose boot, where additional Read more…
But not all horses need hoof boots. If your horse is barefoot and you plan to ride over rough surfaces like rocky terrains, you should use hoof boots to protect its feet. The advantage of horse boots is that horses Read more…
Recently, Egyptian researchers reported* that garlic—an herb with a long and illustrious history in non-Western medicine—has gastroprotective effects and could potentially be used to help manage horses with gastric ulcers. How much garlic should you give a horse? Recommended Garlic Read more…
Hoof boots are commonly seen as a substitute to horseshoes, either as a backup for a thrown shoe when a farrier is not available, or as an alternative form of hoof protection for a barefoot horse. Horse boots are used Read more…
The height of the boot should fit slightly taller than you’d want initially as they will drop around the ankle area over time. The amount they drop will depend on the style of boot, you should allow for 1-2 inches Read more…
Buckle the girth to the billets on the horse’s right side. The girth attaches to the billets like a standard leather belt buckle. What side does the girth go on a horse? Start by attaching the girth to the girth Read more…
How to break in new riding boots Wear them around the house. Heat the leather up with a hairdryer, then stuff with newspaper or boot trees that widen. Walk up and down the stairs multiple times. How do I make Read more…