Dust-Free Hay
It goes without saying that you want to feed good hay with little or no dust. That's a given. But it's rare to find totally dust-free hay, simply because of the process of how hay grows and is baled.
Category : Horses : Pets & Animal
Dun Horse Information
While there are many who consider dun and buckskin to be nothing more than colors describing the coats of horses, there are others who believe horses of these hues are actually a separate breed. Those who support this latter belief note the prominent dorsal stripes, dark zebra stripes or bars on the
Horse Games for Boys
Horse games can be fun!horses image by nutech21 from Fotolia.comHorseback riding is a popular sport for both boys and girls, and horse sports can be an excellent way to gain fitness and build confidence. There are a number of games and exercises that boys will find entertaining. Races and...
How to Feed a Horse Yeast
Horse owners may opt to add yeast to their horses diets in order to improve their digestion. Yeast is supposed to aid in breaking down food in the digestive tract and provides beneficial bacteria to the gut. When feed is broken down and digested more effectively, horses get more of the nutrition fro
Choosing Right Horse Tack Supplies
Horse tack supplies are a must-have for any horse owner. If you are planning on buying a horse, you should start by purchasing some items now, that way you will have most of what you need before you get your horse. If you already have a horse and are looking to get horse tack or add items to your ho
Thrush and Canker: Common Problems With Horses - The Causes and Care Needed to Reduce Re-Occurrences
There is an old saying: "Horses have five hearts". The frog in a horses' foot is like another pump or heart in their body. There is a lot of circulation in the frog and if the horse has been properly shod or trimmed and the frog has correct contact with the ground, with every step, pr
How to Breed a Stock Paint Mare
A breeding stock paint mare is a term used for a horse that is registered with the American Paint Horse Association (APHA) and hails from a lineage of paint horses, but does not display the paint coat coloring characteristics. The APHA currently refers to these horses as Solid Paint-Bred horses. A b
Equine Colic Comes in Many Forms, But Has Fewer Causes
Equine colic tends to be abdominal. The intestinal tract goes into spasm causing a great deal of pain. The horse may roll or groan, lie down or pace about. All horses are different and so all equine colic is different. There is no one solution.
Managing Horse Pasture
A major part of a horse's diet is hay or pasture.A horse weighing 1000 pounds will eat about 500 pounds each month.A horse needs roughly 28 acres of non-irrigated, dryland pasture a year if that is the only source of forage.However, a pasture that is irrigated will grow more forage than dryland
The History of Sulky Horse Racing in Ohio
Sulky horse racing, often called harness horse racing, differs from thoroughbred racing because the rider does not drive the horse from the saddle. Instead, the rider sits in a one- person carriage that is pulled by the horse. Sulky races occur throughout the world but are particularly popular in th
How Do I Do Dressage Moves?
Dressage is a type of horse discipline that has its roots in military history. Many of today's modern dressage moves were influenced by movements required of warhorses in battle. Today, dressage competitions are designed to show the level of training and balance that the rider has achieved with his
My Horse Is Bucking & Acting Wild in the Turn Out
If you are new to the world of riding and horse ownership, you may be taken aback the first time you see your reliable mount running, bucking and acting wild in the pasture or the paddock. The good news is that all of these behaviors are perfectly normal, as long as they do not continue once you hav
How Much Do You Feed an 8-Month Female Horse?
By the time your female foal is 8 months old she will have been weaned from her mother, and will rely on pasture and hard feed for all her nutrients. Over-feeding and under-feeding at this age have serious consequences. Her growth rate is likely to be compromised, resulting in related conditions, s
Do it Yourself Living Quarters for Horse Trailers
Buying a finished living quarters horse trailer isn't always a financially feasible option. If you have the technical skills to do the work yourself, you can make a plan to build your own living quarters and save some money.
Horseboxes - What You Must Know Before Buying Them
Oakley brings you the world's most premier horseboxes. If you are going to look for the best horseboxes then you cannot go beyond Oakley.
How to Measure for a Miniature Horse Harness
Miniature horses are the equines of choice for many harness drivers, but finding a harness to fit them requires exact measurement Careful measuring is critical, because even harnesses designed for small ponies may be too large for the miniature horse. Choose a quiet area and time of day to measure
How to Care for a Foal
The anticipation is over; your foal has finally arrived. A little creature that appears to be more legs than anything is wobbling around in the stall. There are things you can do to help her get a great start in life. The actions you take now will ensure a healthy horse with an even temperament in y
Symptoms of Sleeping Sickness Disease in a Horse
Sleeping sickness is dangerous for horses.horse image by ann triling from Fotolia.comHorses are gentle and wonderful companions. They provide therapy, recreation and transportation. Horses are also powerful and majestic, which can make them seem independent. But when horses get sick, they...
Equine Influenza
Horse feeling under the weather? Maybe he has the flu.It's flu season and you feel a little under the weather. Did you know that your horse can get the flu too? That's right! Just as the flu spreads quickly through groups of people, equine influenza spreads quickly through groups of horses
5 Disgusting Things Horses Do
Horses are wonderful creatures, but some of the things they do are just plain gross. Here are the top 5 disgusting things horses do.