Getting Your Horse Farm Up and Running Everybody has their dream depending on the aspirations they have in life. Starting a horse farm may be yours. If it is, don’t be afraid to reach out and make it come true. It may seem so far away, but with hard work and persistence you can achieve … Read more
Since the domestication of wild horses thousands of years ago, humans have been coming up with new, creative ways in which to train their animals. Historically, horse training has been used for farm work, sport, and transport. Today, training your horse is also necessary for riding, shows, and stunt work. Positive reinforcement is a reward-based … Read more
Guide to Horse Grooming 101 For all horse lovers that need a little guidance when it comes to grooming, we have created a clear and simple infographic to help you. This guide to horse grooming gives you 7 easy steps for you to follow, providing you with information such as, what tools you need, how … Read more
Cruel Horse Racing Exposed in One Minute Video WARNING: Graphic Images Cruel horse racing was the undoing of Canadian Winner, the unfortunate horse who collapsed during the last race at Churchill Downs on the day of the Kentucky Derby earlier this month. Another horse then tripped over the fallen thoroughbred and had to be transported … Read more
Regular horse grooming is one of the most important activities that are required to maintain a healthy horse. A regular and properly executed grooming process is immensely helpful for keeping horse diseases at bay. Methodical grooming allows you to focus on all the aspects of your horse’s physical as well as emotional attributes. You then … Read more
What Foods and Plants are Dangerous for Horses? Knowing what you can and can’t feed your horse can be a bit of a minefield. It’s tempting to think that horses aren’t particularly fussy and can eat just about anything, but that’s not the case. Are you aware of what foods and plants are dangerous for … Read more
Safely Riding Your Horse on the Roads When many people think of horse riding, they envisage leaping over fences or galloping round lush green fields. While there might be some of that, there will undoubtedly come a time when you have to follow some rules for safely riding your horse on the roads. Several reasons … Read more
Training and riding a horse is no mean feat, especially if you’re trying to do it for competitive purposes. This article highlights a few interesting and simple tips and tidbits that you can easily apply to improve your technique and success with various tasks. Tips for Horse Riders 1. Have a yard area to be … Read more
Horse Grooming Kit Checklist Horses provide such wonderful enjoyment on many levels; they are beautiful specimens and blend so well into the world. Horses are exquisitely beautiful creatures and should be treated well. Maintaining their hooves and their coats is essential in making horses more comfortable and prolonging their lives. Carrying out the wrong type … Read more
What to Think About Before Buying a Horse Guest Author Bio: Kevin Davies Anytime a family decides to embrace a pet it means a lifestyle change. But there’s one kind of pet that is so much more than a pet, it almost becomes life defining. And that, of course, is a horse! Any horse owner will … Read more