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How to Make an Epsom Salt Poultice for Horses

Veterinarians often recommend that owners apply Epsom salt poultices as treatment for their animal's hoof abscesses because the salt draws inflammation from the foot wound. Abscesses occur when foreign matter, fungus or bacteria enter the hoof through the white line -- the area between the sole and

Know This When Buying a Horse

Before you go to the large expense of getting a horse, you need to evaluate how competent a rider you may be, and just how much do you really know about horses, beginner horse training, and horse care. Make no mistakes, you need to really be truthful with yourself as this is a large commitment. Ask

Learn How to Easily Repair Stitching in Leather and Heavy Fabrics

Here is a step by step pictorial of how to hand sew and replace stitching on lightweight leathers and other heavy fabrics. Easily repair items like nose bands, half chaps, chaps, boots, horse blankets and halters following these easy instructions.

Horse Brochure Ideas

Include pictures of your show horse in action.Horse Riding Girl - Horse stopped in front of obstacle image by Kradsmit from Fotolia.comHorse brochures are used to advertise a horse. Horse owners advertise their horses when they want to sell them or promote them as a show horse. Either...

How to Know If You Have a Genuine Billy Cook Saddle

Billy Cook is one of the most prestigious names in the world of Western saddles, and the saddles the company produces are among the most sought after, and the most expensive, in the show ring. Many horse owners dream of finding a genuine Billy Cook saddle at a bargain basement price, but it is impor

Caring For a Pony During the Winter

Most horse owners have started out the same way... loving and caring for ponies. Former pony owners look back on their pony owning years and a distant far away expression comes over their faces. It is nearly impossible for a horse owner not to have a pony story, some good some not so good.

Effective Ways to Prevent and Treat Grease Heel or Mud Fever

Grease heel can be common during damp times of the year. It's rarely serious unless you ignore it early on. Grease heel is also called greasy heel, scratches or mud fever. Find out how to identify and treat grease heel on horses' legs.

Cushing's Disease of the Pituitary Gland in Equines

Cushing's disease occurs in many different species across the animal kingdom, according to WowHorses, an equine health care website. Although the disorder is serious and can result in several complications, it is not fatal, and is manageable through a lifelong schedule of medication and lifestyle ch

Pat Parelli Horse Training Guidelines

The Pat Parelli horse training method is a form of natural horsemanship which was developed by Pat Parelli. It was inspired by the theory that a horse opposes the acts that its owner wants it to perform; primarily, because horses are preys and people are predators.

The Definition of the Mouthpiece of a Bridle

Horses are large, graceful animals that are kept as pets and for riding. For riding disciplines, horses wear specific gear, including a saddle and bridle, that keep the rider safe and in control. A bridle is made up of several important and changeable pieces, including the bit. Bits come in a wide v

One Axle Horse Trailer Safety

There are many considerations to consider when traveling with a trailer in tow. Even though the one-axle horse trailer is at the lower end of the weight scale for horse trailers, drivers must follow certain safety precautions.

How to Cross the US Border With Live Chickens

Many restrictions apply to bringing live chickens into the country. Whether they are considered pets or are for agricultural and commercial use, the same restrictions apply. Crossing the United States border with live poultry requires advance preparation and knowledge of customs regulations and fees

Sweet Itch Treatments

There is absolutely nothing sweet about this itch that can be the bane of your favorite steed's life. Sweet itch is an allergic skin disease caused by the Culicoides midge fly also simply known as the midges during the spring and summer months, between April and October. When the midges bite, some h

How to Get a Horse to Obey

Unlike dogs or cats, horses are prey animals. This means the approach to training them is different than with other domestic pets. They will never be as obedient as a dog, but they can quickly obey commands if properly trained. An obedient horse will know what is expected of him and quickly respond

How to Ride in Spurs

Equestrians commonly wear spurs to emphasize their leg aids. The leg aids -- usually pressing the heels against the horse's sides -- urge the mount to move off or transition from a slower gait to a faster gait. When spurs are applied, the horse feels a sharper urgency from the rider and pays closer