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Horses

Can a Horse Sit Down?

Have you ever wondered, “Can horses sit like dogs?” Or maybe you’ve seen one appear to be sitting and wanted to know what was really going on? No, horses don’t sit down like dogs or cats. Their bodies are built…

Miles Henry

Feeding Horses

Does Your Horse Really Need Grain?

Picture of a horse eating grain from a bucket.

Whether you’re feeding your first horse or you’ve been around horses for years, you may still wonder: When does your horse need grain? With so much conflicting advice, it can be hard to know whether grain is helping your horse…

Miles Henry

Pony

Why Some Ponies Bite, Crowd, and Have a “Mean” Reputation

Why are ponies mean? Ask around any barn, and you’ll hear the same jokes about stubborn, pushy, occasionally nippy ponies – usually delivered with real affection, but there’s genuine truth behind it too. If you’ve been nipped or crowded by…

Miles Henry

Horses

How Dangerous Is Horseback Riding? What Every Rider Should Know

Thinking about buying your first horse, taking riding lessons, or renting one for a trail ride? It’s natural to wonder: is horseback riding dangerous? Quick Answer: Yes, horseback riding carries a real risk of serious injury. Falls, kicks, and sudden…

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Horse trailers

Should You Tie Your Horse in the Trailer or Let Him Travel Loose?

If you’re like me, you want to do things the right way and make sure your horse is taken care of properly. That includes hauling him safely, which brings up an important question: should you tie your horse in the…

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Horses

Why Zebras Look So Much Like Horses—but Aren’t

We watched zebras race at the New Orleans Fairgrounds, and seeing them on a track built for horses prompted my kids to ask a surprisingly simple question: are zebras actually horses with a striped coat? Zebras aren’t horses, but they’re…

Miles Henry

Feeding Horses

Your New Horse Is Home—Here’s What to Do First

Bringing a new horse home is exciting, but it also raises an important question: what needs to be ready before he arrives, and what should you actually do in that first week? A little preparation makes those first few days…

Miles Henry

Feeding Horses

Senior Feed for a Horse Prone to Founder: What to Check

Are you feeding – or thinking about switching to – a senior feed and worried it could cause founder? A horse can founder while eating senior feed, but the word “senior” does not mean the formula is automatically safe for…

Miles Henry

Feeding Horses

Should You Feed Alfalfa as Hay, Pellets, or Cubes?

Are you feeding alfalfa hay and thinking about switching to cubes or pellets? Or maybe you’re considering alfalfa for your horse for the first time and wondering which form is best? For most horses that can comfortably eat hay, good-quality…

Miles Henry

Racehorse Health

Is It Time for the Farrier? How Long Can You Safely Wait Between Shoeings?

Your horse’s shoes still look pretty good, but the calendar says the farrier’s due. Can you safely stretch it another week or two? Quick answer: Most shod horses are reset or reshod about every 4 to 8 weeks, with many…

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