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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

Exercises And Stretches Help Strengthen Horses With Sore Backs

If your horse has a sore or weak back or is recovering from an injury, you may be wondering what to do to help him build strength, overcome soreness and develop a well-defined topline. In this article, we share ideas for exercises and stretches to help your horse recover from injury and/or build back muscle. … Read more

How To Stop A Horse From Chewing Wood?

If your horse is chewing wood fence rails, barn doors, tree limbs and so on, you may not realize that this is not normal. Wood isn’t a natural food for horses, and wood chewing can cause complications in both barn maintenance and horse health. In this article, we describe wood chewing and share valuable information … Read more

How To Choose The Best Calmer For Nervous Horses?

If your horse is fretful, does it mean there’s something wrong with him? Not necessarily. Every horse is an individual, and just like people, some horses are more anxious than others. In this article, we discuss natural, common sense ways to calm a nervous horse. Read on to learn more about the best calmer for … Read more

What's The Difference Between Direct And Indirect Reining

How To Teach A Horse To Neck Rein?

You may think of indirect reining or neck reining as specific to western riding, but this really is not true. Even horses who are typically ridden under English saddle should know how to neck rein. Being able to guide your horse one-handed is an important skill that gives you freedom and versatility while riding in … Read more

25 Smart Tips About Endurance Horse Racing

Successful endurance riders know what it takes to keep themselves and their horses comfortable and safe on long, challenging rides. In this article, we share valuable tips to help you select the right gear and develop smart habits for the best endurance horse racing experience. Read on to learn more. Endurance Horse Racing Tips 1. … Read more

Things About Harness Racing You May Not Know

13 Interesting Facts About Harness Racing

In harness racing, horses compete at a trot or at a pace while pulling a small, two-wheeled, one person cart (aka: sulky). In this article, we answer the 13 most frequently asked questions about this interesting form of horse racing. Read on to learn more. Things About Harness Racing You May Not Know 1. What … Read more