Seeing a thin horse with visible ribs can be alarming. While it’s urgent to address, it’s a problem many horse owners face and can fix. You might think just giving more food will help, but it’s not that simple. Overfeeding can lead to health issues. The solution is providing the right food, making sure the …
While at a rodeo, a large man dressed for horseback riding passed us. My observant grandson remarked, “He’s too big to ride.” His statement led to a lively discussion about the maximum weight a horse can safely carry. Some believed that the limit was 250 pounds, while others claimed that horses could handle up to …
Towing safety is paramount when pulling a horse trailer. For many horse owners with a bumper pull horse trailer, a weight distribution system may be essential to ensure your tow vehicle can properly handle your trailer’s load. Here are our picks for the best weight distribution hitches: Andersen ‘No-Sway’ WDH –Best overall (read our review below) …
Have you ever stood beside a towering horse and wondered, “How much does a horse weigh?” This is a question I’m frequently asked. And often, I respond with, “Well, how long is a string?” That’s because a horse’s weight can differ as widely as the breeds themselves. On average, a horse weighs between 900 and …
Jockeys are easy to spot at the race track; they wear bright-colored tops with white pants and are the smallest people on the track. But it’s difficult to gauge their height and weight unless you can stand next to one. The average horseracing jockey is 5’2″ tall and weighs 113 lbs, well below the average …