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When riding in the mountain trails, you need a horse that can handle the terrain, distance, and challenging obstacles you might encounter in mountainous areas. So, what breed of horse is best for...

Some Horses spend more time lying down napping than others. Have you ever wondered how long a horse can safely lay down on his side? This article looks at how long a horse can lay down before...

Horses typically have four gaits, walk, trot, canter, and gallop and the difference between a trot and canter lies in the order in which the horse's legs move and whether the legs are moved...

Draw reins and martingales have different purposes, and it can be challenging to figure out when you need to use either. This article explains draw reins and martingales and how they should be...

Most Western riders choose not to wear a helmet while competing; even though a helmet costs less than the entry fee at a western show, there is a reluctance to wear helmets among western horseback...

Most jockeys use a whip to encourage their horse to run faster, but how many times is a jockey allowed to legally whip his horse during a race?  In his article, we look at legal whip use amongst...