Should horses be left in the pasture or placed in the barn? If the pasture has good fencing and limited trees, it is probably best to leave the horses outside. Well constructed pole-barns or concrete block barns may provide safety Read more…
Muscle fasciculations can be a physiological response to pain, fear and anxiety. They also arise from viral encephalitis (west nile virus), electrolyte abnormalities (hypocalcemia), parasitic infections (Otobius Megnini ear ticks) and hereditary disorders of muscle (HYPP, myotonia). What causes muscle Read more…
No matter the discipline, your horse’s muscles endure a whole lot of strain from constant use. Whether you’re taking your horse up and down hills over uneven ground while trail riding or asking for collection in dressage, those muscles can Read more…
The NHS suggests that DOMS will typically last between 3 and 5 days, yet you’re likely to feel your muscles loosen up after the first couple of days. Is it normal for DOMS to last 5 days? Doms can last Read more…
Gag bits act on the poll, the tongue and the corners of the mouth. Unlike 3-ring bits and Pelhams, this type of bit is very well suited for horses that lean on the bit or pull downwards. What bits are Read more…
Even if your horse is clipped, tossing a cooler on after a ride will keep him warm while his body temperature returns slowly and comfortably to normal. When should you use a cooler on a horse? Most riders tend to Read more…
While standing beside the horse’s hind end and out of the way of a potential kick, carefully grasp the base of the tail and lift it to the side. Then, very gently, insert the thermometer into the horse’s rectum. How Read more…
Dirt, debris and even dried sweat under a saddle and girth will create potential chafing, itching, fungus and infections. While there is no definitive rule about how often to bathe your horse, it IS critical to make sure the natural Read more…
Canterlot. Twilight Sparkle lives in Canterlot until Princess Celestia sends her to Ponyville. Where did twilight live before Ponyville? Canterlot is the setting of the royal court of Princess Celestia and Luna and the residence of Twilight Sparkle before Ponyville. Read more…
Ponyboy is much younger than Darry. Darry is the oldest and basically takes care of the family since the parents died. Darry has a lot of responsibility. Unlike Pony, Darry does not go to school. How is Ponyboy different? Ponyboy Read more…