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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...
This article is written with women in mind but it may extend to a few men out there as well. From the time we are wee children listening to fantastical stories of princes on white horses,...
Being a horse trainer is rewarding, but it's also dangerous and time-consuming. You'll probably start off as an assistant to an established trainer. You'll begin by taking care of the horses,...
Western pleasure is an event that incorporates slow, controlled movements with precise body positioning and control for both the rider and the horse.
The Thoroughbred horse is the premier long-distance race horse in the world.
Choosing and maintaining your horse's stall are important parts of providing your horse with proper care. Most important, you have to make sure the horse gets adequate food, water and exercise....
Keeping a horse out in pasture is the best and most natural way to keep a horse, but there are several natural and man-made conditions that you must be aware of and protect your horse from.
Table Rock Lake is located in Branson, Missouri with absolute spectacular surroundings for practically every outdoor activity you can think of. This massive lake offers many rivers, such as the...
Know how to properly feed your horse and she'll maintain her lustrous coat and confident canter. When caring for your animal - be it an Arabian or a Tennessee walker - nothing is more important...
Imagine 36,000 wild horses and burros roaming on public lands in the West. Add to this population another 31,000 that are maintained in corral and pasture holding facilities. One branch of the US...
Get a pencil and paper and let's get started! I'm about to show you how to draw horses.
Owning a horse is a wonderful experience. But, with ownership comes the responsibility of caring for and maintaining the well-being of your animal. Knowing how to check your horses' vital signs...
Your horse crazy 11 year-old daughter wants a horse-themed birthday party. Chances are, all the kids she wants to invite are equally obsessed with horses. How lucky for you because there’s nothing...
Horses - and handlers - are often injured loading or unloading a trailer. Here's how to do it correctly.
Is it always a game of "catch me if you can" when you go out to the paddock or pasture to get your horse??? Wish your horse would come running to you when you called instead of away...
Admired for its beauty and athleticism, the Arabian has physical traits so distinctive it's easy to pick these horses out of a crowd.
If you plan to go horseback riding then always stay alert! Most horses are a dream come true. However, if you happen to get into a situation where the horse begins to BUCK, then follow these...
Fencing options for your Horse.
Competitive trail riding combines the obstacles you would find on the trail, such as bridges, bushes and gates, and puts them into one carefully designed course.
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.
There are many benefits of a cheap, easy to make desk. If you are in a temporary apartment and don't want to invest in an expensive piece of furniture or if you have no money left over from buying...
Winter is the hardest time of the year to take care of your horses properly. Not only do you want them to stay warm and healthy, but you also want to be sure that they're hydrated and have plenty...
Horses are awesome animals, as I have recently discovered. If you want to make friends with a horse, here are some ideas. I'm new around horses, so I'm sure is more information available then what...
This is an article for parents and grandparents who have horse loving children in their lives. The decision has been made to get a horse but it's not possible to keep it home. The Old Gray Mare's...
Paint horses are the most colorful of breeds, with unique coat patterns and easily distinguished markings.
Buying a horse at an auction is a bit of a grab bag, because rarely do you get a chance to really find out much about a horse before you buy.
The Atlantic Ocean, salt marshes, bays, and wild horses beckon you as you cross the bridge over Sinpuxent Bay from Maryland's mainland to Assateague Island, a barrier island dedicated to...
There’s nothing as exciting as a day at the races! Big crowds, lots of sunlight and fresh air, beautiful horses, and the excitement of each race as those big, powerful animals vie for their place...
Becoming a farrier / horse shoer is a great job for those who want to work with horses and have a profitable business. It is physically challenging and requires a lot of bending over and working...
A rocking horse is one of those quintessential toys that symbolize childhood. Enchant your child by ordering one.
If you love and understand horses, starting a rescue organization may seem like the most logical move. There is always a need for places that can help horses and forming a non-profit should not be...
Choosing a horse trailer that is safe & comfortable for your equine friend will take shopping around & doing your research. Here are some steps I took to help me find my trailer...
I have loved horses all my life and had lots of toy horses of every size. I made bridles, saddles, blankets, and stables. You will learn how to have fun making your toy horses their own tack. Any...
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.
The Tennessee walking horse is known for its gentle disposition and smooth gaits.
The miniature horse should look like an exact replica of a larger horse - only smaller.
Racing horses is one of the most exhilarating and dangerous of the equestrian sports.
They're cute and adorable and can make the perfect gift for a child. But beware; ponies require just as much care and hard work as full-grown horses.
Therapy Horses and Children are a unique but memorable match. How to Match Children with the correct horse
Chances are you know someone who loves horses for whom a horse themed gift seems the easiest present choice. However, before you go adding to his or her dust-collecting assortment of horsey gifts...
Unit studies are a popular way to learn in both homeschools and in classrooms. The unit study approach is taking a central theme like “horses” or “Civil War” and links all or most of the subjects...
Horse racing is a great spectator sport enjoyed by many. Horse racing is even more fun when you wager a bet. Betting on horses makes the event more exciting and enjoyable. There are many...
Caring for a Navicular horse is not easy. You should already know that they can not be healed
Training horses that are wild and have never been touched is considerably different from training horses bred and raised around humans. Wild horses take longer to train, although it is possible...
For newcomers to the Kentucky Derby, the quinella is an easy-to-understand, relatively cheap bet with the potential for a high payoff. Meanwhile, experts can use the quinella to make money on...
The American Miniature Horse Registry has two classifications for miniature horses, "A" division horses are 34 inches and under; "B" division horses are between 34 and 38 inches tall. Miniature...
just a few horsie safe toys that can be made easily and used in the stall or in the paddock
You've just fed your horse his pelleted food and a couple minutes later, he is drooling badly from his nostrils, he coughs a lot and he looks terrified, uncomfortable. Your horse has choke....
This is my standard betting method for the Kentucky Derby. I have used it for the last 20 years and have hit some great payoffs. It is always a thrill to win big on the Kentucky Derby and this...
After the Kentucky Derby has been run, a few of the best of the three year old horses move on to run in the Preakness at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore. This is the second race of the Triple...