If you’ve ever watched a horse break down in a race and wondered whether the owner just lost everything, or you’re getting ready to put your own horse into training, you’ve probably landed on the same question: are race horses insured, and if something goes wrong, does the owner actually get anything back? Yes, some …
A $10 bale can be a better deal than a $7 bale, or a much worse one. How much does a bale of hay cost? Usually, more than the sticker price suggests. Bale weight, hay quality, hauling distance, and whether you’re buying from a farmer, feed store, or delivery service all change the real cost. …
We’ve owned many horse trailers, and I always had the opportunity to try out a similar model before buying. Luckily I know a lot of people with various types of horse trailers for me to use. If I didn’t, I wonder if a person could rent a horse trailer to test it out. You can …
You love the look of your cowboy boots, but by the end of the day your feet, back, or knees are talking back. Before you blame the boots, it helps to figure out whether the problem is cowboy boots in general or just the pair you’re wearing. Are cowboy boots bad for your feet? Not …
A smooth ride can mean the difference between enjoying a full day on the trail and feeling every jarring step in the saddle. That is why so many riders search for the smoothest gaited horse breed. Paso Finos and Peruvian Pasos are often considered among the smoothest gaited horses because of their naturally even four-beat …
Could someone clone a Triple Crown winner—or the one horse you would give anything to keep? Before you start planning a genetic copy of a great racehorse, broodmare, or old favorite, it is worth knowing what the process costs and what that new horse can actually do. Quick answer: ViaGen Pets currently lists horse cloning …
Spurs aren’t just cowboy gear. You’ll see them on western riders, dressage riders, jumpers, eventers, and people training racehorses. If you’ve ever wondered why spurs are used in horseback riding, or whether they hurt the horse, it helps to know what they’re actually meant to do. Quick answer: Spurs are used to reinforce a rider’s …
A horse is a prey animal, so carrying a rider on its back is not natural — it is learned behavior built through gradual exposure, clear cues, and a relationship the horse accepts over time. This article combines equine research with more than 30 years of hands-on experience starting young horses in a Louisiana racing …
You throw hay for your horse at night, thinking you gave him plenty, then walk back out later to find an empty feeder. Most horse owners eventually ask: Is he just finished eating, or does he need more forage? Horses don’t need to literally chew every minute of the day, but they’re built to eat …
For many horse owners, pregnancy brings up a hard question: can I still ride my horse? You may know your horse inside and out, feel balanced in the saddle, and have years of uneventful rides behind you. But even the quietest horse can trip, spook, slip, or react before a rider has time to prevent …
