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How to Bond With a Horse

By brteyes

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You are a proud owner of a horse. This is something that you have always wanted; however, the horse does not seem as excited as you are. This article is going to teach you how to spend your time wisely with your horse as well as how to bond with ... more »

How to Build a Rodeo Arena

By eHow Pets Editor

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Whether you are a barrel racer or a calf roper, you will need to use an arena to practice your skills. Many towns have arenas that you can use to practice, but it costs money each time you ride and have to travel. Build your own arena at your ... more »

How to Install An Electric Fence For Your Horse

By ellenmwoods

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An electric fence can keep your horses from chewing wood leaning on the fence. Here is all the information you need to install an electric fence... more »

How to Photograph a Vacation on Horseback

By Richard Burke

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When my daughter was about 12, she started to take English riding lessons with my wife at a stable near Montclair, New Jersey. For years, they tried to get me to ride with them and I refused. One year for Father’s Day, they gave me a free trail ... more »

How to Prepare for a Horse Show

By eHow Pets Editor

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Preparing for a horse show can be a nerve-wracking experience--there's so much to remember. Give yourself a break and start early by following these few simple steps. You'll find you have more energy to focus on the show and your horse... more »

How to Sell a Barrel Racing Horse

By TraciBenoit

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Selling a barrel racing horse can either be very hard or very easy. If you approach the right crowd you may be able to sell your horse right away. Target the wrong people and you may not sell your horse for months or more... more »

How to Teach a Horse to Switch Leads on Cue

By Gracie1402

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Getting your horse to switch leads on cue can be a bit tricky, getting your horse to switch leads on YOUR cue can be even trickier. I searched out the best of the best and here is what I have found to work better than all the res... more »

How to Trace a Horse Pedigree

By eHow Pets Editor

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Knowing your horse's ancestors and their accomplishments can give you clues about your horse's abilities. You can do genealogy research on your horse to find out who his ancestors were, if there were any famous ones and what their capabilities ... more »

How to Transport a Barrel Racing Horse

By TraciBenoit

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Transporting a barrel racing horse is a bit more challenging that transporting regular horses. For one, barrel horses can be very expensive in both price and potential earnings. Learn how to safely transport your barrel horse and keep him safe ... more »

How to Travel With a Horse

By Melissa Maroff

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“Have horse, will travel” used to simply mean saddling up and hitting the trail. Nowadays, traveling with a horse isn’t quite so simple. There is some planning and preparation involved. So before you giddyup—here are some tips for making the trip ... more »

How to Choose barrel Horse Equipment

By TraciBenoit

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Barrel racing is a sport that can be dangerous to you and your horse if the proper equipment is not used correctly. Learn what equipment you need to stay safe and at the top of your game when barrel racing... more »

How to Clean a Horse Bridle

By eHow Pets Editor

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Most horsemen have a thousand things to do other than clean their horse's bridle. But regularly cleaning your horse's bridle does more than just remove dirt, sand and dust. A clean and well-conditioned bridle will be easier to adjust, last longer ... more »

How to Decide if a Work Pony is for You

By Fransfarm

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Small farming and being self-sufficient might require a work pony. How can you decide if one is right for you ? Read on before making that decision... more »

How to Evacuate Horses in a Fire

By eHow Pets Editor

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Barn fires are a primary concern of any horse owner. Evacuating horses require preparedness as even an expert horse trainer can find it hard to handle a wound up 1500-pound animal. Calling in the fire department should always be the first step in ... more »

How to Fireproof a Horse Barn

By eHow Pets Editor

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Losing a horse to sickness or an accident is distressing, but losing an entire barn of horses to a fire that could have been prevented is tragic. The average barn is full of fire hazards. Implementing good barn management practices and removing ... more »

How to Introduce Small Children to Horseback Riding

By LaurieBee81

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I am convinced that some children are just born with an innate love of horses, and are drawn to riding and working with the animals as soon as they realize the possibility exists. Many ambitious parents pick up on their young child's enthusiasm, ... more »

How to Make Money with a Barrel Horse

By TraciBenoit

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Race horses are not the only horses that you can make money with. Barrel racing is a big event in many areas with prize money becoming higher and higher each season. There are a few different ways to make money with a barrel horse... more »

How to Read a Horse's Face and Body Language

By LaurieBee81

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Just like your human friends, your equine companion has moods and bad days. Unlike your human friends, your horse weighs upwards of 1000 lbs. and could easily and unintentionally hurt you in his irritated or frenzied moments. Here's a checklist ... more »

How to stop a BUCKING HORSE!

By texasware

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If you plan to go horseback riding then always stay alert! Most horses are a dream come true. However, if you happen to get into a situation where the horse begins to BUCK, then follow these steps. Soon the horse will have no choice but to STOP!.. more »

How to Talk to a Horse

By eHow Pets Editor

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You don't have to be a horse whisperer or know the equine language to talk to a horse, but it helps to know a few things about horse behavior. A horse doesn't care what you say as much as how and when you say it... more »

How to Trailer a Horse Safely

By eHow Pets Editor

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Learning to trailer your horse safely is important for when you're attending shows or going on trail rides... more »

How to Trot

By eHow Pets Editor

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Rather than looking like a large horseback bobble-head, follow these instructions for a smooth ride through the countryside... more »

How to Adopt a Wild Mustang

By eHow Pets Editor

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Descended from horses that escaped the Spanish explorers, Native Americans, miners, ranchers and even wayward cavalry mounts, wild mustangs are protected and managed by the U. S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the U. S. Forest Service ... more »

How to Breed a Horse

By eHow Pets Editor

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There are many considerations to keep in mind before you breed a horse, including your horse's disposition, breed, and conformation, and intended use of the foal. Follow these steps when considering breeding your mare... more »

How to Bridle a Horse

By eHow Pets Editor

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Bridling is the final step in preparing, or tacking up, a horse before you ride... more »

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