My granddaughter’s barrel horse bowed a tendon and is going to lie up for a while. Her horse has tons of potential but can’t stay healthy, and this recent injury caused her to wonder why horses are so fragile. Horses are fragile because of the structure of their anatomy. The two most prevalent issues are …
One of our older mares has heaves, and it seems her breathing is getting worse as she ages. We want to ensure the food she’s eating isn’t contributing to her condition, so I did some research on feeding horses with heaves. Heaves are a chronic respiratory condition caused by an allergic reaction to inhaled particles. …
We are taking children to visit wild horses held by the Bureau of Land Management. The children are extremely comfortable around horses, but I’m concerned these wild horses may be dangerous. Wild horses are prey animals and can be dangerous, especially in confined and unfamiliar surroundings. Since they aren’t accustomed to humans, they perceive us as …
Horses are often called a man’s best partner. From time immemorial, they have been used as a source of food, transport, entertainment, and companionship. They’re extremely popular for being reliable and useful. Horses aren’t omnivores but rather herbivores and sustain themselves on a plant-based diet. Omnivores are animals that regularly eat food that includes both …
The question of whether or not to feed your horse grain is the focal point of many discussions. Some owners faithfully feed their horses oats, others barley, and still others believe horses don’t need any grain. Horses typically don’t need grain, but they do need to consume hay or pasture grass. Horses have a unique …
Guest Author: Brad Heath, DoubleDTrailers.com The question of whether or not to tie your horse in the trailer has been debated for years. It’s a hot topic! Some owners faithfully leave their animals loose, so they can balance and move about as they wish. So, what’s the answer? Answer: There’s no definitive answer, as it …
We all enjoy riding our horses, but how often is too much? My granddaughter has a new horse and is riding it every day, is this too often? It’s OK to ride your horse every day, but not advisable to work your animal strenuously during each outing. Horses need recovery time after vigorous exercise, just …
You’re likely familiar with Oldenburg horses because of their extreme elegance, lofty height, and superior athletic ability. But do you know the interesting facts, origins, and characteristics of this fascinating horse breed? Oldenburg horses are a superb warmblood sports breed whose roots reach back to 18th-century Germany. Their ancestors were powerful but smaller horses typically …
Horses buck, and if you’ve ridden a few, the chances are that you’ve been thrown, I know I have, more times than I care to count. But do you know why horses buck? Horses buck when energetic and playful, mad, annoyed, or in pain; they also kick up their heels to avoid work or situations …
Did you know that, unlike humans, foals (baby horses) can start their lives either completely toothless or with a few tiny teeth already peeking through their gums? This fascinating start to their dental journey underscores the unique and intriguing nature of equine dental health, a critical aspect often overlooked in the early stages of a …