Farm Animals

The smallest members of the horse family, donkeys have become the "all-terrain vehicle" of the horse kingdom. Donkeys are correctly termed "asses," which come from the Latin "equus asinus."...

Equine ulcers are ulcers that form in horses. Ulcers are breaks or holes in the lining of the stomach or intestines. A horse's stomach has upper and lower sections. The upper section does not have...

Regular grooming with a basic horse grooming kit is essential to the health and well-being of your horse. Try to groom daily, and always groom both before and after working your horse.

To feed your horse properly you should know the terminology used to describe the different feed and nutritional elements the horse will require. This is a list of some of the terminology you...

Blanketing a horse is as much a question of timing as anything. Many horses do not need to be blanketed even in the winter because they grow winter coats that will keep them warm enough without...

A halter for a baby horse is a necessary purchase for any owner wanting to teach a horse to lead. However, it is an expensive purchase, especially considering that the horse will grow out of it in...

A stroke in a horse is referred to as a cerebrovascular accident. This is very similar to a human stroke, as it is most commonly caused by a hemorrhage in the brain. Knowing the symptoms of a...

Horse fencing comes in many varieties. The most basic principle to look for in horse fencing is functionality. This will keep your horses corralled while maintaining their safety as well as that...

A temporary round pen acts as a barrier while training a young horse. The presence of an enclosure can make the horse feel more secure, and it also keeps the horse from running away. Hay bales are...

A round wooden pen provides a useful training aid for both horse and rider. It can give the horse a feeling of security, and it provides a ready escape for the rider, if necessary, by rolling...

Think of it as a meditative experience. Clear your mind, do a few deep breathing exercises before you enter the horse stall and then get to work. Keeping your horse stall clean is not only good...

All animals can suffer from disease. The majority of diseases that horses can suffer from occur around the hooves or the abdomen. Many of these diseases run their course, while other diseases must...

Hi, I just wanted to give a few hints of how to act when you go to visit a ranch. Some of the ideas in this article you can probably relate to, if you live in the country or on a ranch

Horses lose weight for a number of reasons and, to correct the condition, you must address the specific problem. Among the most common causes of low weight in horses, are ill-fitting teeth and...

Horsin' around with a headstall? Here's how to make multiple headstalls from a single pattern:

Alveolar emphysema, similar to asthma in humans, is known as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), broken wind or heaves. Alveolar emphysema is a chronic allergic disease--a reaction to...

This disease is contracted by inhaling infected airborne droplets, eating material contaminated by nasal discharges or an aborted fetus. This worldwide contagious viral disease is also known as...

Training you horse to switch leads correctly is an important cue. Switching leads is done with a horse's hips, and a horse with a hip will run correctly, consistently and competitively all the...

Once you learn how to French braid a horse's tail, you'll be able to French braid on a person's head, a horse's mane, and any other head of hair you come across that needs French braiding. It's a...

Teaching your horse to walk while you're riding on his back is one of the fundamental steps in his training. Before you can train him to walk, he must be comfortable with the saddle and you, the...

After you have determined that a work pony is just what you need to help around your farm, how do go about finding a good one ? Here are some important suggestions .

Mules have long had a bad reputation as being lazy and stubborn, but we should respect these interesting half-horse/half-donkey creatures because they are smart, cautious and can't be forced to do...

Buying a horse and buggy is a great addition to any farm. A horse and buggy can offer hours of fun and relaxation. It can also provide an added source of income when hired out for events like...

A miniature horse is just like its regular-sized relatives. Like a regularly-sized horse, the miniature horse requires regular grooming and care. Many of the grooming principles of normal horses...