Helping the Lonely Horse
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 she cannot see another horse, you are confining her...
Tips For Boarding a Horse
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 there are some basic needs that you need to...
Buying a Horse
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 the animal may seem large, but it is nothing...
Dealing With an Older Horse
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 of their owners has prolonged the quality of life...
Shoeing a Horse – Comfort and Corrective Shoeing
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 necessary. Shoes provide a variety of functions for the...
Teaching a Horse to Stand
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 leading the animal and halting, standing is necessary for...
Horse Breeds
Horses can be broken down into categories, and then breeds within those categories. The categories are as follows.
Light Riding Breeds. Arabians, Saddlebreds, Appaloosa, Cleveland Bay, Hanoverian, Lippizan, Morgan, Quarter Horse, Standardbred, Thoroughbred, Trakhener.
Racing Breeds. Arabians, Quarter Horses, Thoroughbreds, Standardbreds.
Draft...
Horses that Buck – How to Stop the Problem
Encountering a horse that bucks is a common occurrence. Training the horse that bucks may be a challenge, but can be properly managed in a safe environment. Both horse and rider must put in extra effort and patience, but...
Horses That Bolt – Dealing with a Horse that Runs
A bolting horse can be a dangerous animal. There are many reasons that cause an animal to undergo this type of behavior, and in order to solve the problem we will need to examine the causes.
Bolting can be the...
Understanding a Horse
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 where to go, under the auspice of the herd...
Holidaying with Children – A Perfect Way to Bond with Your Kids
Ask any adult about their fondest memories of childhood and many will tell you about one of the unforgettable holidays they enjoyed with their family. Indeed, family vacations spent running on the beach, exploring theme parks, skiing down mountains, or discovering foreign countries provide years of memories that remain...
Fly Fishing in Tennessee – Some of the Best Streams to Fish
Tennessee is one of the best kept secrets in the fly fishing world. While famous streams like the Beaverkill, Madison, Yellowstone, and White River get all the attention, Tennessee has some of the most pristine trout streams left in the United States. Limestone streams wind through old growth forest,...
Disneyland vs. Disney World – Which is Better?
Disneyland vs. Disney World, which is better? Comparing two great places is easy, but picking a “winner” is not. There are so many variables to consider, and what makes one resort “best” for one person may be totally unappealing to another. In many ways, the resorts are alike; both...
