Horses are fragile because of the structure of their anatomy. The two most prevalent issues are the relatively delicate bones in their legs and feet, which are tasks with supporting the enormous weight of the animals’ bodies and their sensitive Read more…
Horse sweat contains 3 times the sodium and chloride, and 10 times the potassium found in human sweat. This is one reason electrolyte products designed for humans, e.g., Gatorade, are not great choices for horses. What flavor Gatorade can horses Read more…
It’s great equine enrichment because ice is safe for horses and can be really enjoyable on hot summer days. Most horses quickly learn that shuffling their noses through the ice cubes feels wonderful. It’s a small but enjoyable way to Read more…
These are the three most common scenarios you’ll face that might result in a euthanasia decision: sudden severe illness or injury, slow decline in condition that causes quality of life to suffer, or temperament problems that cause a horse to Read more…
Worldwide, horses and other equids usually live outside with access to shelter for protection from the elements. In some cases, animals are kept in a barn or stable for ease of access by managers, or for protection from the weather Read more…
Step 1: Build a Bond The first aspect of training any horse is to build a bond with them. If a horse doesn’t trust you or feel comfortable around you, it’s going to be much harder to get them to Read more…
Severe bruising, torn connective tissue, and fractures are also possible results of being bitten by a horse. There is a risk of infection any time the skin is broken by an animal bite, including those caused by an equine. What Read more…
What is Jackpot Bet? A Tote Jackpot is simple to understand and popular bet. Basically, a punter chooses six horses in the first six races at a horse racing meeting. To win on this bet, all the horses must win. Read more…
Bits May Inflict Pain Most riders agree that bits can cause pain to horses. A too-severe bit in the wrong hands, or even a soft one in rough or inexperienced hands, is a well-known cause of rubs, cuts and soreness Read more…
Questions you should ask when buying a horse. How long have you owned this horse? Does the horse have any history of abuse or neglect? Does the horse have any conditions that need treatment? Does the horse have any documents Read more…