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This article provides tips on how to minimize the risk of colic in horses.
Colic isn’t a specific disease, but rather a term to describe abdominal pain that can be caused by several sources. Colic can present itself as a mild discomfort, or it can be extremely serious: Major intestinal disruptions, including blockages, twists [...]
Continue Reading →The Cavallo Simple Boot is aptly named because it is very simple to put on.
Open the velcro straps and pull the boot fully open. Slide it on your horse’s hoof Close the large flap over the tongue (there’s velcro there, too, to keep it secure) Bring the second flap over the first and [...]
Continue Reading →If your horse has an abscess or a hoof injury that requires soaking, using a soaking boot like the Davis Boot, can make the experience far less painful for you and easier on your horse.
With a soaking boot you don’t have to convince your horse to stand with his hoof in a bucket [...]
Continue Reading →Winter riding is exhilarating and fun — but to start your ride of right, you should always warm your horse’s bit before you put it in his mouth. Think about how uncomfortable it is for them to have an ice cold bit in their mouths! When your barn is 20 degrees, so is your metal [...]
Continue Reading →Some horses have beautiful long tails naturally. Others need some help. And no, I’m not talking about tail extensions.
Taking proper care of your horse’s tail can make a big difference.
Instructions: Make sure your horse’s nutritional needs are covered. Feeding a complete feed, or adding a multivitamin, can help ensure that your horse has [...]
Continue Reading →Spanish, or running, braids are used on horse breeds where the manes are left long. This includes Baroque horses like Andalusians and Fresians, and breeds such as Arabians and Morgans who need to keep their manes long for breed shows but might also compete in hunters or dressage.
Whatever the reason, it is a lovely [...]
Continue Reading →Stretches help keep your horse supple, can prevent injuries and improve performance. “Carrot stretches” are an excellent way to encourage your horse to stretch. After all, most horses can be bribed by food!
Carrot Stretches are easy ways to stretch your horse’s neck and top line. They are something that you can incorporate into your [...]
Continue Reading →Quarter marks are the patterns that are back combed into your horse’s hair, generally placed over the hind quarters. They are an elegant addition to your show preparations.
Traditional patterns are checkerboards, diamonds and sharks teeth but there are stencils available that allow a host of different shapes.
Instructions Start with a clean horse. Spray [...]
Continue Reading →Giving a horse medications is not always as easy as mixing a powder into its feed. Sometimes you need to administer them orally using a syringe.
Of course, squirting a paste into a resisting 1200 pound animal can be a source of great amusement for those watching and frustration for those administering. Here are some [...]
Continue Reading →As a horse owner it’s important for you to be able to know how to check your horse’s vital signs.
An adult horse has a resting pulse rate of 28-45 beats per minute (count the double ‘lub dub’ as one full beat). You should check your horse’s pulse rate several times so that you can [...]
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