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How to check a horse's health by measuring its temperature, pulse and breathing. Some tips on what each of the values mean.
Horse owners know that leaving a horse out in a field to explore and play at will typically results in the animal coming in covered in dust, dirt and mud from poll to hoof. Additionally, the seeds of the cocklebur plant, a native North America species indigenous to many pastures, sprout tiny spurs t
The horse breeding industry has always been highly competitive, but in today's world with its tough economic climate, e-communication, technology and international accessibility it is even more so.It is evident that breeders need to be not only astute and the best they can be at what they do, b
Owning a horse is expensive. Showing a horse is even more expensive. But there are a few ways to save money in certain areas.
The fundamental difference between what has come to be generically called "natural horsemanship" and what has been accepted over time as traditional training techniques comes down to one question: When you look at your horse, what do you see? Many people see the horse as a creature to be c
Learn about what ringworm on horses looks like, and the causes, effects, prevention, symptoms and treatments of ringworm equine dermatitis. Learn about ringworm skin rash in horses. Learn why a horse/'s hair may fall out in round patches.
Rice bran is made from the brown layer that is removed from a rice seed to make white rice. It is full of nutrients and can be added to a horse's diet to help it gain or maintain weight. Always consult your veterinarian when changing your horse's diet as she may have an insight into how much rice br
With summer fast approaching, it won't be long before the children break up from school, and own-a pony days at their local riding school can be a great way of keeping them active and entertained, but still out of your hair during the six week break. Here is a quick look at what to send them wi
Customizing a horse trailer can be simple or difficult depending on the intricacy of the design. A basic trailer with a small tack area will generally come with a couple of saddle racks and bridle hooks. Interior lights are used many times to make trailering and packing in the dark easier. A trail
Registered cattle brands are important because they establish proof of ownership. Brands also facilitate the return of stray animals to the rightful person. Identification of livestock with brands is not a new practice. Branding originated around 2700 B.C., as shown by paintings of branded oxen in E
In today's society about 20 percent of families in the United States own more than one horse. Thousands of other families living in urban or suburban communities with small acres of land and some with no land at all would like to own a horse or two. Many of these families have very little to no
A bit is the most important part of a bridle.horse image by Henryk Olszewski from Fotolia.comYou have to be a great horse rider to ride bareback. Modern bridles and saddles make riding a horse easier by giving you control over the horse and his movements. Beginning equestrians should be...
Caring for your horse's coat doesn't need to be difficult if you stick to a daily routine. Stabled horses tend to require more grooming than one kept on grass, but both techniques start the same.
Citrus producers make citrus pulp feed from the byproducts of citrus products, including the peel, pits and seeds of oranges, tangerines and grapefruits. These products are dried and made into pellet form for use as a diet supplement for dairy cattle. Citrus pulp used as a diet supplement for cattle
Over the last few years there has been a lot of hype about horse training. All kinds of "new" techniques were presented, but mostly it is the same show of starting an "untouched" horse. In my opinion something lost out - "finesse."
Equine remedial therapy is also known as equine massage therapy and is an emerging practice for treating sports injuries in horse athletes. The horses used for races and other athletic events often suffer from pulled muscles and muscle strains. Working with a equine massage therapist can greatly imp
When learning about training tips, horses can be either very easy or very difficult to train. A horses eagerness to learn depends on many factors, such as what situation the horse is coming to you from. If the horse is still in infancy it will be significantly easier to train than a horse that is ol
