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Can A Farrier Cause Laminitis?

Bad farrier work can certainly injure your horse’s hooves, and that’s why it’s important to only engage the services of a well-trained, qualified farrier who is certified by an accredited institution. Laminitis is a painful hoof disease that can cripple a horse. It is caused by a number of factors, but none of them are … Read more

Washing A Horse {What You Need To Know}

One of the first things you need to know about washing a horse is that it’s almost never necessary. Even if your horse is covered with mud, it is preferable to wait until it dries and give him a good brushing than to wash him. If you are going to wash your horse, you should … Read more

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How To Farrier Your Own Horse {And Should You?}

A horse should have a complete examination and trim by a professional farrier once every two months. This can be costly, and many horse owners are tempted to do their own farrier work. While it is certainly advisable to provide your horse with regular maintenance by picking up, handling and cleaning his feet daily and … Read more

Horse Coat Colors, Patterns And Markings

The topic of horses coat colors markings and patterns is extremely vast. Even very experienced horse men and women continue to learn more and more about the nuance of this topic with the passage of time and experience. In this article, we provide a brief overview of horse coat colors, patterns and markings along with … Read more

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

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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