Relating to Horses

Hobbles are used to immobilize a horse when there is nowhere for them to be tied. Any horse can learn this but only experienced people should attempt to use them to train animals. Lots of patience...

Learn how to harness a pony to a wagon to enjoy a nice ride or to haul neccessary items. Harnessing a pony is does not have to be difficult and can be done by one person.

This is for readers who are unsure if a horse is safe to ride or not. If you are not an experienced horseperson, get an expert to help you. This article is by no means a guarantee of your safety....

Learn what to do and what not to do when photographing your sale horse. Candid pictures are okay, for your friends or family, but when listing the horse for sale to the public,pictures need to...

For horse lovers and owners everywhere, there is nothing quite as frustrating as having a horse not load into a trailer. Horses, as a general rule, are claustrophobic and do not see depth well....

Halter horse competitions are one of the most popular events on the horse show circuit. They evaluate the conformation and structure of the individual horse against the ideal standard for the...

Using a fly mask to protect a horse's eyes from bothersome insects is important during those warm months. A fly can crawl around the eyes of numerous animals in your neighborhood as it can easily...

Whether you're marketing your horse for breeding/sale or you just want a keepsake photograph to enjoy for years to come, a posed photo of your horse's face (commonly called a "head-shot") is just...

Many people use rope halters when handling their horses. Today's segment will show you how to properly secure your halter, and will also explain WHY to secure it in this fashion.

Horses are prey animals that feel safest when they are with a herd, so convincing a horse to stand still while you approach and lead it away from its companions can be tricky. Like any animal (and...

Riding is great fun and even better exercise. Going riding at nearly any time of year can be enjoyable, but for many people, summer is the season of choice to spend time on horseback. Here are...

The racetrack is a busy place during training and racing hours. Trainers rely upon their grooms to take care of the horses in their charge. Grooms are assisted by a hot walker. When a horse comes...

Driving a commercial horse-drawn carriage on busy streets can be daunting. You want to make sure the horse you choose to work with is reliable, dead calm and confident. It's important not to rush...

You have your horse all cleaned up, and all the heavy equipment laid out and ready to put on. You're picturing yourself out on those country or city roads, whip in hand, happily trotting along in...