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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 Build a Miniature Horse Enclosure

By eHow Pets Editor

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Building a pen for miniature horses is very similar to the process for building a regular-sized horse fence, with different measurements. Miniature horses don't need a lot of space, but do need to be protected from predators. Erecting a wire mesh ... more »

How to Buy a Horse Blanket

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Long gone are the days when horse owners had one style and color choice for their horse's blanket. Space age technology has revolutionized the blanket-making industry and there are hundreds of styles, fabrics and colors to choose from. Even an ... more »

How to Clip Your Horse

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Whether you just want to get rid of a few whiskers or you want to give your horse a full show clip, here are some tips to help you... more »

How to Ensure Your Pet is Taken Care Of

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For many families their pets are part of their family. You spend tons of money to keep your dog, cat, or other family pet happy and comfortable. What happens if you become unable to care for your pet due to death or severe disability? Learn how ... more »

How to Get a Prepurchase Exam for a Horse

By eHow Pets Editor

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Very few horses are 100 percent sound. Obtaining a prepurchase exam alerts the buyers to a horse's defects and allows them to make an informed decision on whether to buy the horse... more »

How to make horse glitter gel

By milleeenaaa

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Horse glitter gel is an inexpensive way to make a statement at any horse show or gymkhana. this article will show you how to make your very own horse glitter gel... 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 Pull a Horse's Mane

By eHow Pets Editor

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Stock breeds show with short manes. Hunters jumpers and dressage horses show with braided manes - which requires the mane to be short. While some people think you should just cut the mane to the length you want, that's not correct. Learn to ... more »

How to ride a draft horse

By sarashalda

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riding a draft horse .learn world champion training methods and solve training problems with sara shalda performance horses.. more »

How to Sack Out a Horse

By Tippy

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Before you train your horse to ride, you must help him adapt to strange noises and objects to keep him from spooking. A spooked horse is a danger to himself and his owners. The process used to introduce the horse to new sights and sounds, called ... more »

How to Saddle Train a Horse

By derbyka

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Saddle training has come a long way from the days where "breaking" horses was the norm. Gentle, effective methods leave the horse emotionally intact and the rider physically intact. Saddle training a young or green horse can be an ... more »

How to Train a Horse to Accept the Saddle

By boldneasy

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In this article, you will learn how to safely train your horse to accept a saddle for the first time... more »

How to Treat Skin Fungus on a Horse

By RedMaple11

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Skin fungus, better known as rain rot, comes from damp weather conditions, longer hair on a horse and sometimes a lack of grooming. Some cases are easier to treat than others. Rain rot will be bumpy nodules of build up under the horse's hair. ... more »

How to Buy a Barrel Racing Saddle

By TraciBenoit

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Barrel racing saddles are different from regular saddles because they are used for competition. Style, size and weight all come into play when choosing a barrel racing saddle. Learn how to best choose the right saddle for you and your barrel ... more »

How to Check a Horse's Heart Rate

By eHow Pets Editor

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Check heart rate to evaluate your horse's physical condition. An increase in heart rate can be associated with pain, dehydration, fever and other problems... more »

How to Clean a Horse Bit

By eHow Pets Editor

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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 Bridle

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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 Clean a Horse Stall

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You have a horse and are a horse lover or even a stable hand and need a good idea for cleaning a stall?.. more »

How to Clean a Leather Saddle

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Cleaning a leather saddle is not difficult but should be done diligently. Ideally, you should clean your saddle after every ride. Most people don't have the time to clean a leather saddle this often, but you can take a few steps to keep the ... more »

How to Clean Your Horse’s Hooves

By Julia Fuller

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It is very important to clean your horse’s hooves out on a regular basis. Some people do it everyday, some once a week. Horses can pick up stones that become stuck in the crevices. If you do not remove the stones, they can cause your horse to ... more »

How to Cook Flaxseed for a Horse

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Flaxseed is an oilseed containing Omega-3 fatty acids and can be a valuable addition to your horse's diet. As a regular food supplement, flaxseed can help to improve the condition of your horse's coat and hooves, the health of its heart and to ... 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 easily clean a bridle

By sweetdreamz

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cleaning a bridle isn't hard, but putting it back together could be the hardest part if you don't pay attention to what your doing. these easy steps will help easily clean a bridle and make putting it back together easier. these directions are ... more »

How to Feed a Barrel Racing Horse

By TraciBenoit

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Barrel racing horses need different feed requirements than pleasure riding horses. These athletes must be in great shape and have enough energy for the rodeo arena. Learn how to properly feed your barrel racing horse to keep him in the best shape... more »

How to First Aid Kit For Horse Owners

By horserides

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All horse owners should have a first-aid kit in a box or cabinet in your tack room.. more »