Nicky Ellis, Author at Horses & Foals

Arabian Horse Vs Quarter Horse Vs Thoroughbred

Lots of horses share common ancestry, or have been crossed together over the years to create the breeds we know and love today. There are many similarities between these three horses – have a read through Arabian vs Quarter Horse vs Thoroughbred to see which one would suit you the best. History The Arabian is … Read more

My Horse Is Eating Dirt – What’s Going On?

My horse is eating dirt! Why on earth is this happening? Can it be that he prefers the taste of mud to his incredibly expensive, fancy horse food and delicious hay? Why is my horse eating dirt? If you notice your horse nosing around in the soil for a few sneaky mouthfuls, don’t freak out … Read more

The Pros And Cons Of Feeding Beet Pulp To Horses

Beet pulp is the fibrous material that’s left over after the vast majority of sugar is taken out of sugar beets. This byproduct of sugar beet processing is an excellent digestible fiber supplement for horses and is a smart addition to almost any horse’s diet. In this article, we discuss the many pros and few … Read more

How Does Excessive Consumption Of Grain Lead To Colic And Laminitis?

My Horse Ate Too Much Grain: What To Do?

If your horse breaks into the feed room and eats too much grain, he is in real danger of developing colic or laminitis. What can you do? In this article, we review the steps you need to take if your horse eats too much grain. Read on to learn more. How Does Excessive Consumption Of … Read more

How To Control Weeds And Johnson Grass In A Horse Pasture?

It’s important to keep Johnson grass and weeds out of your horse pasture because many unwanted plants are toxic, and they take up space that could far better be used for nourishing, healthy forage. In this article, we’ll discuss some of the worst weeds found in a horse pasture setting and provide good tips on … Read more

Horse Training: Tips On Relationship Based Equine Training

If you are going to have an equine, you must make sure that he or she is well-trained. This doesn’t just mean the animal has been taught a lot. Rather, it means that you have developed a strong and trusting relationship with your equine that allows you to communicate your intentions clearly. Without this, all … Read more

Horse Riding: Thoughts On Learning How To Ride A Horse

If you’re buying horse for the first time, you’ll find there are lots of articles online that provide step-by-step, “insert slot A into slot B” sort of instructions on how to ride a horse. While these are interesting in terms of technical knowledge, the fact is you cannot learn to ride a horse by reading articles, … Read more

Horse Feed: Complete Guide To Horse Nutrition For Beginners

Horses are complex creatures and learning to take care of them is an enjoyable, challenging lifelong process. To do it well, you must have a clear understanding of basic horse “design”; a familiarity with the resources available to you; good instincts and a willingness and ability to commit time, energy and money to the health … Read more

Horse Care: Tips For Keeping A Horse Healthy And Happy

What does it take to keep a horse healthy and happy? This is not an easy question to answer because horses are complicated animals with very specific needs in terms of food, shelter and mental and emotional stimulation and satisfaction as well as general horse care. In this article, we will share some basic information … Read more

What You Should Know About Cancer In Horses?

When a horse gets cancer, it is a sign that the normal mechanisms of its cell growth have changed and that the cells have proliferated in a manner that is unchecked and disorganized. This process forms cell masses that disrupt a horse’s body’s normal functioning and development. If a cancerous growth develops deep inside the … Read more