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From selecting a specific horse breed, to step-by-step instructions on cleaning a saddle, eHow offers the ultimate How To guide on all things equestrian. Find practical tips on caring for your horse’s health, feeding him a nourishing diet and determining whether your horse is sick. From grooming a horse for a rodeo to caring for a young foal, eHow’s experts can help. Additionally, get advice on how to buy horse supplies including bridles, halters, saddles and more.

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How to Clean a Horse Bit

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Whether you ride English or Western style, keeping your horse's bit clean is an important part of caring for your tack. The rules for bit care and cleaning are the same for both disciplines and there are several good ways to clean a bit. If you ... more »

How to Clean a Horse Stall

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Cleaning a horse stall is essential to every horse's health and happiness in the barn. A filthy stall can contribute to bad health and performance, and is a cruel way to treat any animal... more »

How to Clean a Saddle Pad

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A saddle pad is a very important part of your riding gear. The saddle pad is the cushion between you and your horse. A clean saddle pad is comfortable and soft on your horse's back. A dirty saddle pad is not only uncomfortable, but it can cause ... more »

How to Clean Your Saddle

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Cleaning your tack properly every couple of months will keep it looking good and in good working condition for years... more »

How to Clip a Horse for a Show

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Getting your horse prepared for a show takes a lot of time. From riding, training and exercising to grooming, feeding and cleaning, it often takes days or weeks to fully prepare for a show. To get your horse looking his best, clip him to define ... more »

How to Collect Horse Semen

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Artificial insemination is widely practiced among horse breeders; in fact, it's allowed by all breed registries except the Thoroughbred. Artificial insemination allows breeders a broader selection of sires, and semen extenders allow one stallion ... more »

How to Compete in Dressage

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Dressage is the equine event that combines the precision and athleticism of gymnastics with the grace and reserve of ballet. This event has been around for hundreds of years and became an Olympic sport in 1912... more »

How to Compete in Hunter Under Saddle

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Hunter under saddle is the preliminary class for English riding disciplines. The rider works the horse at the three gaits and does not do any jumps. Hunter under saddle derives from fox hunts, when riders would ride into the field after the foxes... more »

How to Cool Out a Horse

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Cooling out a horse is very simple, but very important in keeping your horse healthy. Follow these steps when your horse has been worked and/or it is very hot outside to cool-out safely... more »

How to Cool Out a Horse in Hot Weather

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Cooling out your horse in hot weather - especially after a workout - is extremely important. Follow these steps to keep your horse cool and healthy... more »

How to Create a Safe Foaling Stall

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Building the perfect foaling stall is all about creating a comfortable, safe environment for your mare. Prepare your foaling stall early, because if there is a single hazard in the stall your newborn foal will find it. Move your mare into her new ... more »

How to Decide Which Breed of Horse to Buy

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No matter what your experience level is, if you have decided to make the commitment of buying a horse, then you are definitely going to need to select the right breed of horse to match your needs... more »

How to Establish Grass for a Horse Pasture

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Establishing grass for a horse pasture doesn't have to be frustrating. If you take the time beforehand to properly prepare the soil, research the best grass species for your area and watch the weather, lush green fields can be within reach even ... more »

How to Evacuate Horses in a Flood

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As a responsible horse owner you must plan ahead and be prepared for things like natural disasters and emergency situations. Flooding is not something that can be easily prepared for and can come on suddenly. Evacuating horses in a flood can be ... more »

How to Evaluate a Standardbred Yearling

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Every year there are several standardbred yearling sales across the country. Standardbreds are used for harness racing, with the horses either race pacing or trotting. Many buy them as yearlings in hope for the next great racehorse in the ... more »

How to Exercise a Barrel Horse

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Exercising a barrel racing horse is different from exercising a horse used for trail rides. Barrel racing horses are athletes and need specific training to perform to the best of their abilities. Learn how to keep your barrel racing horse in ... more »

How to Exercise a Horse

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Exercising your horse is essential to his health and well-being. Horses that don't get enough exercise can become unfit and unruly. When you exercise your horse you are helping him to stay healthy, fit and cooperative. Keeping your horse in shape ... more »

How to Feed a Growing Horse

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Feeding horses can quickly become a science when trying to figure out the correct ratios and percentages. Feeding a growing foal is even more important to get right because what he eats now can affect his entire life. Learn how to properly feed a ... more »

How to Feed a Horse Carrots

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Horses have always loved to eat carrots, and people have always loved to feed carrots to them. Any time food is offered to a horse from a person's hand, a few basic guidelines should be followed... more »

How to Feed an Orphaned Foal

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Foals, despite their size, are delicate creatures and ones who have been orphaned at or just after birth will need a great deal of care. Feeding them properly is a big step in keeping the foal alive and healthy. For particular instructions on ... more »

How to Find a Pony for a Child

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When your child starts asking for a pony, don't just roll your eyes and dismiss the request. Ponies can help build a child's confidence and caring for the pony instills good work ethics. Learn how to find a pony for a child by following these steps... more »

How to find help for an abused or neglected horse

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If you have ever seen an abused or neglected animal you probably had a mix of emotions. The strongest being to help the animal. With pets (i.e. dogs, cats) it is pretty simple, with horses it is increasingly difficult. In this article I will walk ... more »

How to French Braid Horse Hair

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In this article, you'll learn how to create beautiful, show-worthy braids for you horses' mane and tail... more »

How to gamble at a horse track

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Have you ever been to a horse track and found yourself overwhelmed by odds and racing forms? Well, it's not at all complicated to make some extra cash at a horse track... more »

How to Get Rid of Fly Eggs on Horses

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Bot flies will lay eggs on your horse's legs in late summer. Because the eggs feel itchy, your horse will lick her legs. The eggs pass from the horse's tongue to the stomach lining. Next spring, the eggs will have turned into larvae and will be ... more »