Molars: The teeth located in the back of the mouth on the cheek side that have many major cusps (points) and are located in the back of the mouth. Molars function in grinding and crushing. What are the back teeth Read more…
Canines are the teeth immediately behind the incisors in the area of the “bar” and are most often present in males. These teeth are very sharp in younger horses and can be used as weapons. Canines become more rounded as Read more…
Some people say they put them on tight to give support to the soft tissue structures such as the tendons or the joints, which is actually supported by some of the Companies producing equine boots and bandages. However, there is Read more…
numnah. The terms saddle blanket, saddle pad (or numnah), and saddle cloth refer to blankets, pads or fabrics inserted under a saddle. These are usually used to absorb sweat, cushion the saddle, and protect the horse’s back. What is the Read more…
The pastern is a part of the leg of a horse between the fetlock and the top of the hoof. It incorporates the long pastern bone (proximal phalanx) and the short pastern bone (middle phalanx), which are held together by Read more…
Which of the following bones is also referred to as the cannon bone of the horse? Metacarpals. Which of the following joints lies between the cannon bone and the long pastern? Fetlock joint. What is the cannon bone in a Read more…
Polish horseshoes actually uses a Frisbee instead of horseshoes, and the “Polish” part of the name is derived from the fact that you need two poles to play the game–thus, the game is “pole-ish.” To play Polish horseshoes, you need Read more…
For a proper DIY version of polish horseshoes, you’ll need two poles about 6 feet tall. Some players use shorter poles, but we prefer at least 6 feet or higher. A taller pole makes for better throws and gives the Read more…
If you accidentally get sticky Magic Cushion on your horse’s skin and coat or other surfaces you’ll want to clean it up quickly. Mineral oil is helpful in removing big pieces. Follow up with Absorbine Veterinary Liniment and a cloth Read more…
2: Wedging heels can help keep the hoof and pastern aligned, promoting soundness. “Running down” is another wedge situation. Running down is when the back of the hind ankle touches the ground when racing or training. Wedge pads or shoes Read more…