Practical horse care, facility management, and riding knowledge — written for owners who want to do right by their horses.
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What should horse owners do before, during, and after a tornado? This 2026 guide covers barn-versus-turnout decisions, emergency records, evacuation limits, and post-storm safety.
Are horses smarter than cows? Compare learning, memory, temperament, and human interaction without relying on simplistic intelligence scores.
Do show jumpers have to wear body protectors? Learn when a protector or air vest may help, how show-jumping rules vary, what standards to check, and how to choose a safe fit.
Should you wet or soak horse feed? Learn when dampened pellets, soaked hay, and a fresh feeding routine may help—and when to ask your veterinarian.
Do horse riders have to pick up manure? Learn how local rules, facility policies, trail etiquette, stable hygiene, paddock management, and parasite control affect cleanup responsibilities.
How many foals can a mare have? ¿Cuántas crías puede tener un caballo o una yegua? Learn about lifetime foal counts, twin-pregnancy risks, spacing, and responsible veterinary breeding care.
Learn why show jumpers use ear covers, what they can and cannot do, how to introduce one safely, and what riders should check before competition.
Can you ride a horse with rain rot? Learn how to recognize rain scald, protect sore skin, reduce spread, manage a mild case, and know when veterinary care is needed.
Why do show jumpers wear spurs? Learn when spurs can refine a leg aid, when they are inappropriate, and how to use them safely and humanely.
