Horse Shows

At first thought, putting a horse away into its stall should be a no-brainer. But the correct way to lead a horse into a stall is much safer for you and the horse. Horses can be retrained not to charge into stalls.

Respiratory allergies to dust, fungal spores and/or molds are extremely common in horses. Treatment requires both medication and environmental changes.

Whether you show Quarter Horses or Miniature Horses there are some unwritten horse show etiquette rules everyone should abide by.

The economy has hit all markets hard and the horse market is no exception. Make use of the many free and low-cost marketing avenues the internet offers.

The legendary Howard Lewis's association with horses began as a young boy. Eighty-five years old now, he cannot even imagine counting all the horses he has schooled, ridden, shown, and hunted in his lifetime as an equestrian and trainer.

Summer months bring horse show season and trail riding. However, competitive and recreational riding events means horses may be transported to other locations. Here are 14 safety steps for equestrians hauling horses off-site.

This viral disease is caused by a herpes virus. Most animals infected with the virus may have a fever. Most horses will then clear the virus and are clinically normal. In many horses the fever may be the only observable clinical sign.

You don't have to spend a lot of money to show your horse during show season. Horse show clothes have a very short life so instead of breaking the bank, try these money saving tips.

The Equine Herpesvirus or EVH-1 has been hitting parts of the United States ever since a major cutting horse show in Utah involved sick horses.

Although very rewarding, owning horses is a very expensive sport. But you can still have fun competing at horse shows while saving money....

Warmer weather brings horse show season. What must equestrians take along to competitions? What equipment and supplies will horseback riders need for their horses and themselves? Here's a checklist of 85 items to pack before leaving for a horse show.

The goal of helping a cast horse is to move the horse to a position where she can stand up. Go to the poll of the cast horse. Pull on the mane and if you can, help drag the horse away from the wall or fence.

Horses are wonderful animals to be around, especially if they have these basic good manners.

On an average, when a horse reaches fifteen, they are considered old; getting up there in years. That's not necessarily so. The better the care, the healthier the horse, the longer the life.

Important things to consider when you've made the decision to purchase your first horse.

Horse donation provides a second career for an equine that may be past prime for competition. Trustworthy mounts become valued therapy companions in hippotherapy facilities. Before you donate a horse, however, you will want to ask these questions.

Learn about the evolution of this wonderful, noble breed; it's versatility and current uses. Misinformation abounds about the Hackney Horse and Pony. I have owned, bred and shown Hackney Horses in a variety of disciplines for 20 years.

Does your weanling horse have a pot big belly? This is a common condition that happens to weanling and yearling horses. This can be caused by parasites but more commonly the cause is due to a lack of proper nutrition.

The best way of estimating a horse's age is by looking at the teeth. But other, less complicated estimations can be made by looking at the horse's face and coat.

Horses are frequently available for free or for a very low price, but caring for them properly can be costly. A basic checklist of expenses and a plan for meeting them should be worked out before you bring your new horse home.

Professional advice about letting you horse go barefoot or using shoes and borium studs in winter is given. Hoof anatomy is discussed in detail and suggestions for shoeing based on anatomy and/or gait patterns is covered.

I wish I had a dime for every time I heard someone say that Arabian horses were skittish. People were often shocked that our Arabians were anything but the stereotypical flakes so many made the breed out to be.

If the horse's forelegs are folded so that the knees are wedged between the stall wall and the body, then the horse cannot move and is "cast." This is a medical emergency.

Building safe horse stalls entails more than slapping together scrap lumber and rigging a door. Horse size, strength, and behavior will influence decisions regarding horse stall size, building materials, flooring, lighting, and feed and water delivery.

Rehoming horses, while not an easy decision, sometimes becomes necessary in times of economic crisis. These are a few options that may bring a satisfactory result for you and your equines.

Horseback riding can be fun for both horse and rider. Some horses, however, become stablebound and anxious when removed from the safety of their barns. Barn sour horses can not only be difficult to ride, they can be downright dangerous.

Dealing with an aggressive horse takes patience and it takes time. It's all about building a horse's confidence and trust. It requires mutual respect.

Horses require extra care during winter weather conditions. By taking steps to be sure horses are getting the proper nutrition, caloric intake, and care they will go through even a harsh winter staying strong and healthy, ready for spring riding.

Monday Morning Disease may sound like a weekend partier's cop-out but, in reality, it's a very serious disease that affects horses. Is your equine companion at risk?

Proper spectator behavior at a horse show is crucial to the safety of the riders and their horses during competition. Learn practical tips about how not to become a detriment.