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How to Adopt a Retired Racehorse

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Long after the roses have wilted and the applause has faded the life of a racehorse is just beginning. While some retired racehorses go onto become great sires and broodmares, thousands of others will end up at shady sales or slaughter houses. ... more »

How to Buy a Horse Online

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Buying a horse is not always the easiest thing to do. There are many choices and not everyone is honest when advertising a horse for sale. You may be looking for a particular type of horse, but you have to weed through many ads, not to mention ... more »

How to Clean a Horse Trailer

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Many people take great care of their vehicles, but don't keep up the maintenance on their horse trailers. Cleaning a horse trailer not only keeps it looking good but can help the trailer last for years. Follow these steps to learn how to clean a ... more »

How to French Braid Horse Hair

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Braiding is fairly easy, once you know how to do it. You can even use it to make your horse look even more beautiful!.. more »

How to Lunge a Horse

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Lunging is a good way to teach and exercise a horse. Because you can see the horse from the side while lunging, you can see if his form is correct. Lunging is also a method to teach new riders, as the rider can focus on developing his own skills, ... more »

How to Teach a Horseback Riding Lesson

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Teaching a horseback riding lessons requires not only an extensive knowledge of horses and riding, but also the ability to effectively convey techniques to your students. Read on to learn more... more »

How to Teach Your Horse Voice Commands

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Many performance horses know distinct commands to perform certain jobs. Race horses are taught to urinate at the sound of a human whistling and most all riding horses know the word "whoa." Teaching horses voice commands can be very easy with ... more »

How to Adjust the Stirrups on Your Saddle

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Whether you're a beginning rider, new horse owner or you just work for a recreational facility, such as a summer camp, where horse riding is offered for kids, it's good to know some basics about horses and riding equipment. Sometimes various ... more »

How to Adopt a Horse

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Horses can be adopted from different situations. Whether it is a wild horse from the Bureau of Land Management, from a rescue organization or from a retired racehorse organization, you are helping the horse move on to a better life. Learn how to ... more »

How to Appraise the Value of a Horse Drawn Wicker Carriage

By Juliet Myfanwy Johnson

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Horse-drawn carriages vary in value depending on their size, the condition of the seats, wheels and shaft of the carriage, and the overall wear and tear. A perfectly restored carriage would sell for much more than an old carriage that's been ... more »

How to Braid Your Horse's Tail

By Juliet Myfanwy Johnson

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Braiding is a relaxing way to spend time with your horse out of the saddle. As you fool with his tail, watch your horse slowly doze and fall asleep.You two can bond over the activity. Who doesn't like a little preening? Whether you're getting ... more »

How to Breed a Horse

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Breeding and caring for a pregnant mare, not to mention a new foal, is a big decision and responsibility. There are many things to consider after you have made the decision to breed your mare. If you aren't familiar with breeding and caring for a ... more »

How to Bridle a Horse

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Properly putting on a bridle is crucial when working with a baby or ornery horse. Well schooled, horses will let kids or inexperienced riders put bridles on them. Horses that are not as easy to handle will take advantage of any opportunity ... more »

How to Bust a Bronco

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The relationship between the human and the horse should be based on trust and understanding. Once you have established this trust and the horse understands what you want from him, you will be able to trust that it will do as you ask each time you ... more »

How to Buy a Horse Hot Walker

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Horses require exercise to keep them in peak performing condition. Exercise time can be precious, and a horse hot walker can be an aid that will save significant time. You can exercise several horses at the same time. Hot walkers can also be a ... more »

How to Calm a Horse for a Show

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Competition horse shows can be nerve-wracking for horses and their owners. Keeping your horse calm under trying circumstances often can be key to coming away with those top honors. Giving you and your horse enough time to prepare is critical... more »

How to Calm Down a Horse

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Horses are somewhat skittish by nature and many are easily spooked. An animal that size can be dangerous when frightened, particularly to a handler standing close by. Here are things you can do to calm down an upset horse and improve the safety ... more »

How to Calm Down a Spooked Horse

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Horses have a deeply ingrained "fight or flight" instinct, so many of them spook easily. Something as simple as a grocery bag blowing into your path may be enough to get your horse to take off running and you're in for quite a ride unless you ... more »

How to Care for a Pony

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Caring for a pony is much like caring for a full-sized horse, but there are important differences. Caring for a pony should be closer to the care you give a horse, not the care you give a pet such as a dog. Many people mistakenly treat ponies ... more »

How to Choose a Riding School

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Choosing a riding school can be a very stressful and hard decision if you do not know what you are looking for. There are many things you should take into consideration when looking for a riding school. The following steps will guide you through ... more »

How to Choose a Riding School for Your Child

By Donna Kline

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Learn how to choose a riding school for your child even if you don't know one end of the horse from the other... more »

How to Clean Your Horse’s Tack

By John Gossett

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Whether you are new to the horse world or a long-time horse lover and rider, the care of your horse’s tack (leather such as saddles and bridles) is important to your riding experience. If you have gone to the great expense required to buy a ... more »

How to Condition a Horse for Endurance Riding

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Until 100 years ago, the horse was the fastest way of getting from point A to B. Over the centuries, methods have evolved that enabled some people to get the most out of their horses and travel as many as 200 miles a day (such as the Mongols and ... more »

How to Control Manure Piles

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As the land crunch continues and horse owners are pushed onto smaller properties, effective methods for controlling manure piles are becoming more important than ever. The average 1,000 pound horse excretes over 40 pounds of manure a day; that's ... more »

How to Cultivate Horse Sense

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Working with horses can be a fun and rewarding experience. These intelligent animals make great work animals, show animals or just family pets and companions. Understanding horses, however, requires a basic working relationship with them known, ... more »

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