Nicky Ellis, Author at Horses & Foals

Questions To Consider Before Asking Your Parents For A Horse

How To Convince Your Parents To Get A Horse?

We’ve all been there. You have been having riding lessons since you were tiny, you regularly ride out with the local riding school or instructor, or maybe you are lucky enough to borrow a friend’s horse. You know everything there is to know about horses, you know you are responsible enough to own one – … Read more

best horse breeds for heavy riders Frequently Asked Questions

What Are The Best Horse Breeds For Heavy Riders?

If you are a larger person, you may want a horse that is more of a weight bearer than someone who is tiny and petite. It is kinder on the horse to not have to carry more weight than its frame can comfortably take, and luckily there is no shortage of the best horse breeds … Read more

How Do You Feed An Orphaned Foal?

There are many reasons why a foal may become orphaned. A mare may have problems during pregnancy or during the delivery and be unable to care for her foal. Of course, sometimes a mare may die while foaling, she may survive just fine but reject the foal. For whatever reason, from time-to-time a horse breeder … Read more

Can You Give Your Horse Whole Pieces Of Fruit Or Vegetables?

What Human Food Can Horses Eat?

We all like to give our horses occasional treats, but what’s safe and what isn’t? In this article, we discuss which human foods are safe for your horse to eat and provide good advice on how much and how often you can treat your horse. Read on to learn more on what human food can … Read more

Frequently Asked Questions about mare vs gelding

Mare Vs Gelding: Which Is Better?

Obviously, comparing the sexes and saying that one is better than the other is not possible – there are advantages to each, and any comparisons are fairly general anyway because every horse is an individual. But mare vs gelding is an interesting discussion, so let’s have it! In the wild, the mares are the leaders … Read more

Tobiano Vs Overo Vs Tovero Horses

Although these sound like different breeds of horse, these three “breeds” are actually just coat colors, which can occur in a whole lot of horse breeds. They are more common in some breeds than in others, but most often occur in a few specific breeds like the Pinto, the Paint horses and certain Cob types, … Read more

Why Do Horses Have Manes And Tails?

Horses manes and tails are very beautiful, but what purpose do they serve? Why do some horses have thin manes and tails and others have thick, luxuriant ones? In this article, we explore these questions and more. Manes Are Beautiful And Functional You may have noticed that some wild horses, zebras and donkeys have short … Read more

What Is Team Roping [17 Frequently Asked Questions]?

Team roping is a rodeo event involving two riders and horses roping a single steer. It is one of two rodeo events necessitating teamwork. The other is steer wrestling. Team Roping FAQ What is the difference between team roping and steer wrestling? In team roping, the two participants stay mounted on their horses. Steer wrestling … Read more

Timber Racing: America’s “Point-to-Point”

Timber racing is an American form of steeplechase or point-to-point racing. The difference is that this type of jumps racing uses stationary, wooden rail fences instead of brush hurdles. In the United States, timber racing is mostly conducted in the mid-southern states and along the East Coast. It is considered a very “blue blood” form … Read more

Simple Barrel Horse Training Exercises

Barrel racing is an exciting and enjoyable form of competition for horses and riders. Like all forms of equine discipline, it takes quite a bit of practice and preparation to be successful. You can’t just start out barrel racing and expect your horse or yourself to do well. Instead you must lay a foundation to … Read more