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Horses lived and survived in wooded areas for thousands of years. Trees provide shade but can also have several drawbacks. Have you ever wondered if horses like living in wooded areas and if it is a safe environment? Let’s find out! Horses can live in a wooded area, but usually, there is less grass growing … Read more
Have you ever wondered if there are any benefits and value in working your horse by simply walking or leading him around? This article looks at ways walking exercises benefits your horse; let’s find out what they are. Walking is ideal for a horse; it improves balance, develops muscles without strain on the joints, builds … Read more
Kids who love horses always dream about their own pony. If you decide to make that dream come true and buy your child a pony, you should consider the best breeds. In this article, we discuss the best pony breeds for kids. The best pony breeds for kids are the Pony of the Americas, Shetland … Read more
Due to their characteristics and natural breeding, some horse breeds are better for hunting than others. When looking for a good hunting horse, it can be challenging to know where to start. This article looks at which kind of horse breeds are best for hunting to help you make a perfect choice. Horse riders will … Read more
The fastest horse’s main difference is that some breed breeds excel in short distances while others have endurance and stamina during long distances. How do we find out who is faster? This article looks at American Quarter horse and Thoroughbred racing speeds and who tops the list. Typically, on short distances, Quarter horses are faster … Read more
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 mountain trail rides? This article discusses the many horse breeds that are perfect for trail riding. When it comes to mountain riding, … Read more
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 seriously affecting its health. Let’s find out everything about horses lying down. Horses lay down around 3 hours … Read more
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 simultaneously or on their own. When riding a horse at a canter or trot, let’s find out which are easier? Typically … Read more
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 applied to your horse during training. Draw reins and martingales have similar functions but are not the same. The martingale is a … Read more
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 riders. The question is, why? Let’s find out why they are not protecting their heads! The main reasons why Western … Read more
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 jockeys in the United States. The permitted times a jockey is legally allowed to use a whip … Read more
A horse’s hooves grow continuously, just like human fingernails. This article looks at hoof care and what can happen to a horse that doesn’t get its hooves trimmed regularly. Hoof care is vital to a horse’s health; the age-old saying no hoof no horse tells us exactly how vital hoof care is. Horse hooves can … Read more
