Category : Horses : Pets & Animal

How to Use Polo Wraps

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Polo wraps are wraps designed to be used around the lower leg of a horse for protection. Typically made of fleece or similar material, wraps are secured around the leg with a Velcro closure. As the name implies, polo wraps are used on horses during polo play, jumping and turn out. As the material is

The Treatment for Colic Pain

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The treatments for colic vary with the type of colic your horse is suffering. Colic is not a disease in itself. Instead, it's a term used to describe any kind of abdominal pain or discomfort. In other words, colic is a bellyache regardless of the species of the patient. However, what is usually a

How to Construct Horse Jumps

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Building and setting up your own jumps is an excellent way to train your horse. Ground pole and jumping exercises teach a horse to balance, and can be used to teach the horse to extend his gaits and lengthen his stride as well. However, no matter what type of horse you have or what type of riding yo

Herbal Pain Relief for Horses

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Despite their sturdy appearance, horses are prone to injuries and illnesses. The older a horse gets, the more likely he is to be in chronic pain. Veterinarian-prescribed painkillers can damage the liver, so many owners turn to alternative options, like herbs, to offer pain relief for their horses.

How to Build an Open Horse Shelter

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Horse shelters provide protection from the sun, wind, rain or snow. The best shelters are three-sided buildings, allowing the horse to choose when it needs shelter. This building should be sturdy enough to stand up to the weather and the horses. Be sure to face the open side away from the elements

How to Lead a Yearling

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A yearling is a young horse that is a year old. The majority of yearlings already are trained to halter and lead well before they ever reach their first birthday. Yearlings are more likely to spook or misbehave while being handled than adult horses. Leading a yearling requires extra caution and vigi

Equine Braid Styles

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Mane-braiding styles vary by riding discipline, location and breed. Braiding is considered a way to improve your horse's appearance, keep the mane neat, orderly and out of the way as well as as allowing the judge to see the your hands and your horse's neck position during classes. A well-done braid

How to Train a Horse With a Flag

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Flags are used to desensitize horses to frightening stimuli. This training technique called "advance and retreat" is used in natural horsemanship, a training style that uses the horse's culture and mode of thinking to shape desired behavior. The flag teaches the horse to stand and consider spooky o

How to Make Rope Tethers

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A tether is a length of rope that is used by some dog owners to limit the range in which the dog travels. Used both indoors and out, a tether allows movement by the dog while limiting its range. Tethers are available for purchase from pet, hardware and big box stores. However, some pet owners prefer