|
Publishing Menu
|
Browse Articles in Category "Horse"Description
Horse tips, articles and product reviews. Sacking Out - Part Three
So, you've done the sacking out with the saddle pad, and your horse is doing well. Next move on to a rope. Like the maxim that all horses should be sacked out, all horses need to be sacked out with a rope. Do not even think about getting on a horse without sacking them out with a ...
Sacking Out - Part Two
When working with your horse make sure he has a halter and lead on, but keep him untied. Why? He needs to know that if things get too scary for him, he can leave. This reduces anxiety. If you tie a horse and introduce scary things, the only thing he learns is he can't get away, ...
Snug The Girth Up Tight - or Not?
Reef really hard on the girth/cinch to tighten that saddle down right tight so it doesn't slip? Not! How about doing one thing at a time first - like correctly positioning the saddle. Snug yes, tight no.
Horses girthed too tightly get cinchy and dislike being saddled. ... To Bran Mash Or Not To Bran Mash
Bran mashes have traditionally been touted as being good for older horses to help them keep their weight on - the result of worn and aging teeth. Now, it seems that feeding bran mash may dangerous for your horse's hooves. The long and short of the information is, do not feed bran if ...
What To Watch For Buying A Horse At Auction
Buying a horse at an auction is a crap shoot at best, as usually there are reasons why the horse is there in the first place - reasons you might not want to find out if you take the horse home.
Generally, unless you happen to be a horse trainer or Vet, you won't have the chance to do a ... Why Leg Wraps and Horse Blankets are Handy
Many items are needed to care for horses. Let's explore two such items now. Suppose your horse needed added warmth? Would you just let it shiver and risk illness? No, you'd provide it with something called a horse blanket. Horse blankets are quite handy and can be used ...
Why Horse Blankets are Handy with Splints
What do you need for the proper care of your horse? Besides things such as horse blankets, saddles, a horse trailer, the right food, clean water, adequate housing and roaming room, a horse brush, treats, careful training, and lots of love and attention? You need veterinary care.
One ... When Do You Need Horse Equipment?
Any prospective horse owner should know that your horse equipment is a necessity when you decide to buy a horse. Ask someone who already owns a horse and they'll probably make it seem like owning a horse is quick and easy. Well, it can be if you start with the proper horse equipment.
... What's That Under Your Saddle?
The horse blanket was created for functional use, to be placed under the saddle as an extra cushion, or to be used when a saddle was not available or not necessary. When riding without a saddle, the blanket can soak up sweat or dirt from the horse to prevent or reduce transfer onto your ...
What Is Western Tack?
Western tack is also known as 'cowboy tack'. There is a difference in some of the western tack as opposed to, say, English tack. The English, for instance, have different tack to accommodate their different usage and riding styles. Western tack is used more for the purpose of ...
|
