Horses

In order to sell your horse there are some general guidelines that you should follow in order to ensure the happiness of your horse, yourself, and the purchaser. Marketing your...

The American Quarter Horse is the most popular equine breed in America, today. Over 3.2 million Quarter Horses are registered worldwide. Originally bred for speed, the Quarter Horse finds itself...

Horses live in a hierarchal society with rules and boundaries that are communicated through the body language of the alpha member. The alpha mare contains the herd and directs them...

Riding without reins is really just an illusion that impresses people. Most professional trained show horses, especially the working western breeds, as accustomed to this level of accomplishment in their...

Horses are herd animals, so the solitary horse is probably lonely. If you have a horse that paces fence lines or cries when it is stalled in a barn where...

Not everyone can lodge their horse at home, so it is important to find the right place to keep your horse. Stabled horses rely solely on humans for care and...

Buying a horse can be very exciting, but it is a serious matter that requires a lot of thought beforehand. It is important to remember that the initial cost of...

Aging horses have a much longer life span ahead of them today, as opposed to twenty years ago. The benefits of modern veterinarian care, supplements, preventative care, and the dedication...

One of the basic elements of care that your horse will need is hoof care. Regular trimming of the hooves is mandatory, and regular shoeing work will probably also be...

Teaching your horse to stand quietly when you ask him to “whoa’” is important. Standing quietly is something the animal will have to do routinely throughout his life. Beginning with...