Similar to many other animals, the horse has a spine that is made up of a number of vertebrae, individual bones that fit together in a way that allows the back to flex both vertically and horizontally. Each of these Read more…
Located at the back of the hoof, heel bulbs are areas of soft horn tissue with a cushion of connective tissue on the interior side that provides the bulbs with springiness and flexibility. This delicate, pliable horn contains a large Read more…
Rub Marks are caused by a combination of : Incorrect horse rugs sizing, or the individual horse having an abnormal feature which makes them more susceptible to pressure point marks (i.e. high wither, very lean build etc). If a rug Read more…
Burrs, pebbles, and debris often cause debilitating bruises or thrush, a painful bacterial infection, which is why horses must be routinely cleaned and checked for markings. How do you get rid of horse burrs? Apply silicone-based coat polish spray or Read more…
Horsehair is a protein fiber that absorbs water slowly, but can be dyed or colored effectively using traditional dyes suitable for protein fibers. It can be felted, but not easily. Can I bleach my horses hair? However, bleach and hydrogen Read more…
Braided manes It helps prevent tangles and keeps the mane out of the way of riding and draft equipment. Braiding is used in equine eventing and horse racing to set horses apart from other competitors. Why do people braid horse Read more…
The sport of horse pulling originated when horses were still used for daily farm work. Farmers would challenge one another to see whose horse or team could pull the most weight. Since then, horse pulling has evolved into an organized Read more…
16 hands. Drum Horse Size This heavy draft breed stands 16 hands or taller. Because these horses must carry drums that can weigh 300 pounds and up, they have a strong, powerful stature and can weigh as much as 2,000 Read more…
Red Horse, is the high-alcohol beer brand of San Miguel Brewery, it is a deeply hued lager with distinctive sweetish taste balanced by a smooth bitterness that leads in a strong alcohol kick. How much is a case of Red Read more…
The rate of weight gain slows for yearlings, and mature weight is reached between 36 and 60 months of age. Generally, 50 to 60 percent of mature weight is reached by 12 months of age, and 80 to 90 percent Read more…