In the wild, horses have access to hours of grazing to trim their own teeth. Our domestic horses don’t have that, so they need dental help. Do wild horses have sharp teeth? In the wild horses spend a large proportion Read more…
Horses must be permanently identified. The preferred method is radiofrequency identification (microchip) for management, registration, traceability and identification purposes. Where branding is considered necessary in addition to electronic identification, freeze branding must be used. What is the point of branding Read more…
Table 1. Branding times based on age and color of horse and type of branding iron used. Color (age) Stainless steel Copper/brass Dark* horses (8 months and younger) 8 seconds 7 seconds Dark horses (older) 8 seconds 10 seconds Light* Read more…
“Any person who, with intent to defraud, marks or brands any unmarked horse, mule, cow, hog, sheep, goat or other domestic animal which is the property of another or alters or defaces the mark or brand of such animal must, Read more…
To buy a horse, you can expect to pay between $100 – $10,000, depending on the horse breed’s pedigree, how you are planning to use the horse, and your location. The average cost of a hobby-horse is about $3,000. According Read more…
In addition to shade and a source of fresh water, every summer turnout space needs to have a salt block. Horses lose large amounts of the essential mineral in their sweat, and if it’s not replenished, an electrolyte imbalance may Read more…
Pulling a horse’s tail after exercise will make it easier for you and more comfortable for him. After exercise, your horse will be warm, and his pores will be open, allowing the hair to fall out more easily and less Read more…
Clipping Encourages Glossy Summer Coats There is nothing better than a shiny, healthy summer coat. Much like getting a haircut encourages human hair to grow, clipping encourages your horse’s coat to grow back glossier than ever just in time for Read more…
When used occasionally, Mane ‘n Tail may help provide smoother, shinier locks that are more prone to growth, too. Overusing Mane ‘n Tail can lead to side effects. Talk to a dermatologist about which types of hair care products might Read more…
A raised tail is often a sign of high excitement or just feeling great. Young horses, or horses with excess energy, galloping freely in a field often hoist their tails high to show their exuberance. Why do horses swish their Read more…