Nicky Ellis, Author at Horses & Foals

Daily Horse Care Checklist {And Guidelines}

Caring for a horse is a big responsibility, and to do it right there are specific tasks you must perform every day. These tasks don’t have to take a long time, but they must be done consistently. One way to make sure you get everything done is to make a complete list of all of … Read more

How Can You Keep Your Horse Well-Hydrated

How Much Water Do Horses Need?

Water is life and all animals, horses included, cannot survive and thrive without free access to clean drinking water. Proper hydration is essential to every bodily function including respiration, digestion, thought, reproduction, lactation and more. So how much water does a horse drink a day? In this article we discuss the importance of providing your … Read more

7 Tips For First-time Horseback Trail Riders

If you’re reading this, you’re most likely thinking of going horse trail riding for the first time. Now you probably are nervous and feel butterflies all over your stomach. This is normal for many people and there’s no need to feel ashamed. However, you cannot let these emotions take the better of you. If you … Read more

reasons why do girls like horses more than men do

9 Reasons Why Girls Like Horses {More Than Men Do}

Ok, I’m not really saying that girls like horses more than they like men (although sometime it can seem that way!) but rather that there are a great many more horse owners who are women than their male counterparts. What is this about? Why do girls like horses? What is it about the horse that … Read more

What To Do When Your Horse Is Coughing?

Just as with people, horses may cough for a wide variety of reasons. Some are serious and some are benign. Do you need to call your vet every time your horse coughs? In this article we explore the phenomenon of coughing in horses and provide sound information to help you determine why your horse is … Read more

First Time Horse Owner Checklist {Buying A Horse For The First Time}

Buying your first horse is very exciting, and it is an important decision and commitment. If you choose a horse that is unsuited to you, you may be in for a disappointment or even serious injury. Are you buying a horse for the first time? Here is a first time horse owner checklist covering how … Read more

How Much Hay To Feed A Horse {Can A Horse Eat Too Much Hay}

How much hay do horses eat a day? How much hay to feed a horse? Can a horse eat too much hay? Generally speaking a half bale of hay daily will satisfy the needs of most horses; however, this can vary depending on the age, condition and activity level of the horse and the quality and … Read more

What Do You Need In A Horse First Aid Kit?

Horses can be rather accident prone, and horse-involved human injuries are common among equestrians. That’s why it is very smart to keep a complete first aid kit in your barn and have another, smaller kit to take along when you ride. In this article, we present horse first aid kit checklists for both, along with … Read more

Types Of Horse Bits {A Comprehensive Guide}

When choosing tack for your horse, pay close attention to the bit. This is, arguably, the most important aspect of your riding equipment. The bit is the part of the bridle that provides close communication between horse and rider. It is the metal piece that goes into the horse’s mouth. The bit is attached to … Read more

How To Teach A Horse To Lunge {Explained!}

Lunging is a good tool for teaching horses to respond to your physical and verbal cues. It is also an excellent way to help your horse burn off steam. This is important after a long, inactive winter when riding season is just starting up. When you start your horse off with lunging, you can refresh … Read more