Horses

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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By eHow Pets Editor 8 comments
The English saddle was designed to allow maximum freedom and movement of the horse. Varieties of the English saddle have been designed to accommodate jumping, flat riding and dressage... more »
By LaurieBee81 1 comments
How awful might you feel if you learned that a horse you assumed to be disobedient and willful under-saddle was actually crying out for relief from the pain of his bit? An ill-fitting bit can cause a horse suffering in the very sensitive mouth ... more »
By ellenmwoods 2 comments
Are you going to be hitting the local show circut? Maybe you are just going to a schooling show at your barn. Here are some tips to get your horse in "show shape"... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 2 comments
Your horse should look bright and alert. If he or she looks dull or depressed, try to determine why by performing a physical exam... more »
By Janet Ford 1 comments
Having been involved in equine rescue, I'm often asked the best way to put weight on a thin horse. There are many factors involved in doing this properly that involve more than just simply offering food. Believe it or not, without knowing some of ... more »
By mjpolitis 0 comments
Acupuncture has many uses in human and animal medicine, many of which were nearly lost. Five Element acupuncture, one of the two branches of this ancient and tested medical discipline, has within it an easily applied method which, according to ... more »
By Virginia Allain 1 comments
This little known breed of horses traces its bloodlines back to stock brought in by the Spanish explorers. Here's how to find out more about this unique breed of horses... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 12 comments
Longeing a horse is a controlled way to exercise the animal and to keep it fit... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 27 comments
There's a lot more to mounting a horse than simply jumping on. A proper mount goes a long way in establishing trust between the horse and the rider... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 81 comments
Learning to ride a horse can be one of the most thrilling experiences of your life, as long as you do it safely. The payoff lies not only in the freedom of galloping across a field on the back of an animal but also in enjoying the wondrous bond ... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 46 comments
Warning! Riding bareback can be extremely dangerous. But it can also be a great way to create excellent balance while riding a horse... more »
By horsecrazygal 3 comments
we are going to learn to ride a horse,so we need to know how to mount first dismount last,how to sit properly,ask requests of the horse to turn,stop,go etc... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 22 comments
Saddling your horse takes just a few minutes but is a very important part of the pre-ride preparation... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 2 comments
The American mustang is descended from the North African barb. The breed was taken to Spain in the eighth century and crossed with an Iberian stock of horse to create a sure-footed, quick and sturdy horse that would carry Spanish conquistadors ... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 0 comments
The Pony of the Americas (POA) was designed as a mount specially for children, with a quiet disposition and a gentle nature... more »
By Melissa Maroff 0 comments
Pet trusts are becoming more and more commonplace due to the love and concern Americans have for their pets. After all, pets are considered family members, and it only makes sense to provide for your family member in the event of your disability ... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 0 comments
To shoe a horse it is best to let a professional farrier handle the task of trimming and shoeing. Most farriers have gone to specialized schools to become experts in hoof care. But sometimes a good farrier is hard to find and you may have to shoe ... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 0 comments
Working with horses is a fun, rewarding experience. Unfortunately, even a well-trained, trusted horse can get spooked and become dangerous. As a responsible horse handler, safety must be your first priority. Take the necessary steps to ensure ... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 0 comments
Horse or chipmunk--the way horses like to chew on wood, sometimes it's hard to tell. There is a difference between cribbing and simply chewing wood. Cribbing is a bad habit that is displayed when a horse sucks in air as it grips wood with its ... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 18 comments
Tacking a horse includes grooming and putting on the riding equipment. Do it right and both you and the horse will be happier during your ride... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 3 comments
Tacking up a horse is the last step before riding... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 7 comments
Taking care of a foal can be one of the most exciting aspects of working with horses. From the minute a foal is born, there are things you can do to protect and care for it... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 21 comments
Horses over the age of 16 tend to suffer from weight loss, dental problems, pituitary/thyroid dysfunction, kidney or liver failure and arthritis. But with special care, elderly equines can live long, healthy, productive lives... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 0 comments
While not every horse that pulls a buggy wins multiple championships, races around a speedway or marches in a parade, any horse regardless of breed, size, age, or sex can be taught to drive. Teaching a horse the basics of driving is a relatively ... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 1 comments
Teaching your horse to pull can be useful in many ways. You can drag and move heavy objects safely and pull a buggy or wagon. Teach a horse to pull by following these steps... more »