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Can Horses See At Night & Other Questions About How Horses See

Can you ride at night? Will your horse be able to see? You may be surprised to know that horses actually have pretty good night vision. For this reason, if you happen to get caught out at sunset in a familiar area, you needn’t be too terribly worried. This is especially true on a clear … Read more

How To Teach A Horse To Ground Tie?

Ground tying is a valuable skill for any horse to have, and teaching it also teaches your horse to be respectful of you when you are handling him or her on the ground. A horse who knows how to ground tie knows how to follow your directions by standing still and staying in one place … Read more

Reasons Why Horses Roll In The Dirt, Mud, Grass & Snow

Why Do Horses Roll In The Dirt?

Horses have a number of odd habits, and one of them that is both comical and perplexing is rolling in the dirt. Why do horses do this? Sometimes, it seems to be triggered by getting wet (e.g. after a bath) and sometimes it seems like a reaction to a new situation. Still other times, it … Read more

Which Is Better: English Or Western Riding?

If you are planning to learn to ride horses, you may wonder whether you should choose English or Western riding. There are pros and cons associated with both styles, and a great deal depends on what you want to do as a rider. In this article, we will explore the differences between English and Western … Read more

Do Horses Enjoy Being Ridden?

There is no simple answer to the question “Do horses like being ridden?” Every horse is an individual, as is every rider. Whether a horse likes being ridden or not depends a great deal on the horse’s past experiences, the rider’s expertise, the horse’s health, the fit of the tack, the task at hand and much … Read more

Purpura Hemorrhagica: What Are Bastard Strangles In Horses

What are bastard strangles in horses? The upper respiratory tract equine infection called strangles has been known to horsemen for at least eight centuries. The cause of the infection is a bacterium known as Streptococcus equi. A mild case of strangles can have your horse under the weather and unable to perform everyday activities for … Read more

What Should A Beginner Horse Rider Learn?

If you are interested in learning to ride, the first thing you must do is learn about horses. Keep in mind that horses are not just vehicles. They are living, breathing beings, and each one is an individual, just as you are. So what should a beginner horse rider learn? Before you begin riding, it’s … Read more

Why Is My Horse Lying Down More Than Usual?

Just as with people, there are many reasons why a horse might want to lie down. Although most horses stand to sleep most of the time, all horses lie down for at least part of their sleep. Horses who feel very secure may lie down for all of their sleep. Very often horses enjoy basking … Read more

How To Stop A Horse From Kicking Other Horses?

Horses kicking other horses, other livestock, pets or people can be very dangerous. Some kicking is normal and not a cause for concern. Horses normally kick at flies, and they kick when playing. Even the gentlest horse may kick when startled, but some horses pick up a bad habit of kicking aggressively at other horses … Read more

How To Gain Confidence Riding Horses?

It is not unreasonable to be afraid of riding horses. You can be completely enchanted by their beauty, power and majesty and simultaneously feel anxious about the prospect of guiding and riding a living being who outweighs you by several hundred pounds. So how to gain confidence riding horses? In this article, we help you … Read more