What is better for your horse; a run-in shed or a stable with a stall? Read the pros and cons of keeping your horse or pony in a shelter or a loafing shed.

Round pens are very beneficial for working young horses in a secure environment. The floor of a round pen is made of soft dirt that is easy for a horse to run in and protects a rider if they may fall. Round pens provide a visible boundary for the horse so that they realize not to run into the metal

In years gone by deciding what bedding to use for your horse would have been a choice of straw or wood shavings. These days there is a much wider choice.

In the past, trainers exerted fear over horses through dominance, power and intimidation. While this leads to obedience and submission it doesn't create a mutual relationship. It is important to define rules and set limits, so that the horse knows what you expect from it, and both of you stay safe.

Whips, also called crops and bats, are often carried by a rider in case the horse becomes unresponsive or slow to respond to the rider's leg aids. Some experienced horses are even aware of when they're being ridden by an inexperienced rider who isn't carrying a whip; they'll become slow or stop alto

How do you keep your horse expenses down in this cruddy economy? One way is to focus on true holistic horse care, and really focusing on cure. This article reveals how I'm applying that principle to one of my horses, and why cure ends up less expensive than palliating or suppressing symptoms of

Children and horses are a magical mix. No child can ignore the lure of a beautiful horse or pony, and there are few things more gratifying than to witness the happy interaction between a horse and a child. There are dangers, however, when you mix large animals and small children. This article will g

To many horse owners, horses are not simply animals. They are often considered to be beloved pets, family members or even employees. Wild horses or horses that need to be caught and controlled may need to be roped, especially if they have received no training and do not respond to simple commands. O

Buying a horse is a huge thing; the money, the time and the risk are all yours when you put your heart into a new horse. So to start with you need to look carefully at the most important part of the process - you! So here is where you start.

Use Acupressure To Treat Emotional & Physical Problems in Horses. Find out how High Touch Jin Shin can put an end to 'Weaving' and learn more about the characteristics of blocked Meridian flows.

Here are a few important things to consider if you own a horse, covering bathing, grass intake and some significant rules for those looking to compete. In terms of bathing and shampooing your horse there are several things that you should do and several things that you should avoid doing. Bathing Do

Horse mane pulling is the process by which you remove the longer hairs in your horse's mane so that they are all one length. The reason that you would want to do it is so that the mane looks good. There is really no other reason to do it as it does not help with keeping the hair healthy or make

Alpacas are domesticated animals that resemble llamas, but are smaller in size. Alpacas originate in South America and are often kept in herds for grazing. Alpaca hair is treasured in the textile industry and is used to make clothing and fabrics. The toenails of alpacas, which are constantly growing

Ponies may be smaller than full-grown mature horses, but they can often be more difficult to train. They are more likely to be stubborn, ill-tempered, and angry when you attempt to tame them to ride and perform. But it's not impossible as well-behaved show ponies that will happily allow anyone to ri

Horses feed on grass, hay and concentrates such as grain and manufactured feed. Not every horse needs the same amount and kind of food. A work horse definitely needs more food than a non-working horse.

A very beneficial form of equine massage that you don't hear much about is lymphatic massage. Lymphatic massage for horses can be a very powerful tool in your natural horse care arsenal. If you have a horse that is prone to allergies, stocking up or swelling in the lower limbs, tends to have sw

The best way for any child to learn about real love is for them to have an animal of their very own.I have learned by personal experience that horses and ponies are one of the best animals for them to become kindred spirits with, this is especially important for only children or those siblings with

An injury to your horse may mean a visit by your veterinarian.horse image by ann triling from Fotolia.comAt some point in equine ownership, almost everyone will face treating a wound on her horse. Equine wounds tend to fall into three main categories: Abrasions, lacerations and punctures....