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The horse has been a trusty companion of humans for centuries, and today they still play an essential role in many aspects of our lives. One such role is in law enforcement, where horses are used to help patrol and control crowds. But what kind of horse is best suited for this job? Various horse …
The Mongols were nomadic people who conquered much of Asia and parts of Europe in the 13th under the leadership of Ghengis Khan. A large part of their success can be attributed to the horses they rode. But what kind of horses were these? Genghis Khan’s army rode into battle on their native Mongolian horses. …
There are many different ways to enjoy the great outdoors. For some, nothing beats the feeling of exploring on horseback. Others prefer the thrill and excitement of hitting the trails on a motorcycle. But which is better for trail riding: a horse or motorcycle? For trail riding, horses get the nod over motorcycles. While motorcycles …
I came back from vacation wearing a gambler-style cowboy hat. My grandson asked me what kind of hat I was wearing; when I told him it was a cowboy hat, he disagreed. Showing me his straw Stetson, he said this is the only real cowboy hat there is. This prompted me to educate him on …
Many people don’t wear helmets when horse riding, which is a mistake. Whether you’re a casual rider or a competitive equestrian, a helmet can help protect you from some severe head injuries in the event of a fall. But there are different horseriding helmets, so how do you know which one is right for you? …
We have been trying to find a good barrel horse for our grandkids. We typically only look at quarter horses but ran across some intriguing grade-horse prospects. When I told my grandson about them, he asked what a “grade horse is.” A grade horse, simply put, is any horse that isn’t purebred. In other words, …
My neighbor just moved into his new place, and he’s talking about buying a horse for his daughter. But before making such an important decision, and since he’s not familiar with horses, he came to our place to find out what they’ll need to get her started riding. Essential horse riding gear includes clothes that …
I have been wearing square toe boots for years, and they are by far the most comfortable boots I have ever owned. They provide more room for your toes and don’t pinch your feet like pointed-toe boots can. Plus, they just look damn good. In this article, I’ve put together a list of ten square …
When I was working at our barn, a horse stepped on my foot, and the pain was excruciating. When my wife saw my toes, she told me I needed to wear steel-toed boots. I was hesitant because I thought they were ugly and cumbersome. But after a few weeks of wearing them, I realized how …
While working at the barn years ago a young man walked up wearing a new pair of cowboy boots. They were different than any I’d ever seen before – they had a square toe. I asked him what the deal was and he told me that they were comfortable plain and simple. I didn’t believe …