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How to Groom Show Calves
Showing calves may not seem like a difficult task, but it's actually an extensive, involved process that often takes months of time and dedication. Calves are most often shown as market animals, although a few breeds, such as longhorns, are exhibited and evaluated on how closely they match the ideal
How to Train Problem Horses
Horses, like people, have unique personalities. While some can be easily trained and are productive, others are stubborn and need special training to make them docile and calmer. In the Old West, cowboys would "break" a horse by trying to dominate it. Modern animal laws prohibit beating or abusing a
How to Catch a Horse in a Pasture
One essential task of horsemanship is knowing how to properly and safely catch a horse in a pasture or field. Catching a horse is the first step in working with the horse on the ground or riding. It is a good way to build trust between horse and handler. It is important for a handler to know how t
How to Groom Cattle
Cattle spend a lot of time in mud, manure and generally grubby situations. For livestock shows or sales, you'll want your cow or bull looking sharp. Livestock supply companies make a wide selection of specialized cattle grooming products that you may want to try. If a cow or bull has been pastured o
My Two Favourite Horse Supplements
In this article I would like to talk with you about my two favourite horse supplements that I have been using over the last two years. I have noticed that a lot of aspiring horse riders have no clue on where to start when it comes to supplements simply because there are so many different types of su
Overland Cowboy
Overland Cowboy Horse Gallery Photo. A gallery of About Horses and Ponies reader's horses' and ponies. This online album contains photos of readers horses and ponies. Horse pictures and digital artwork. Submit your horse photo for inclusion in the My Horse Photo Gallery
White Line Disease
White line disease appears to be a growing issue. This article describes the disease and how horse owners can spot initial symptoms as well as work with veterinarian and farrier on treatment.
Fence Parts Required on a Fence for Horses
When building a fence for horses around your pasture you will need several fence parts to complete the project. Of course you know that you are going to need the actual wire to create the panels to form the enclosure, but there are other fence parts for you to consider as well.
How to Treat Extensor Tendon Injuries in Horses
The extensor tendon of a horse runs down the front of each cannon bone in the lower leg and allows the horse to extend the foot and lift the toe. Because the leg of a horse is so vascular (full of circulatory tissue), any injury to the tendon is prone to extensive bleeding and inflammation. Horses
Horse Barn Blueprints
Building a horse barn can be serious business. Ensure you have all you need when it comes to housing and keeping your horses. Good quality plans are essential.
Make a Safe Costume for You and Your Horse
Do you want to make a costume for a horse for a parade or horse show. Here are tips for making your costume safe for you and your horse. Find advice and resources to make the safest and most creative costume for a horse.
How to Tame a Donkey
A long history of relationships exists between humans and donkeys, going back approximately 6,000 years, according to the Smithsonian National Zoological Park. Additionally, when bred to a horse, the female donkey, a jennet, produces mules and a male donkey, a jack, produces hinnies. Taming helps bu
Want to Attend a Horsemanship Clinic But End Up Missing Out Because You Psych Yourself Out?
Are you sitting on the fence of horse clinic participation? Why you should and can attend.
Equine Massage Therapy - The New Frontier in Horse Care
Horses used in these capacities are also often dear pets that owners develop deep bonds with. A horse may also be of financial importance to owners who use them as professional racehorses. But no matter how a horse benefits its owner, it must be cared for in a loving, responsible manner to ensure it
What Does an Equine Behavioural Consultant Do?
If you are experiencing an Equine behaviour problem or if your horse is doing something that you do not understand then an Equine Behavioural Consultant is the person you need to help you fix the problem. Read more.
Natural Treatment for Lice on Horses
While lice are not a common problem among horses, they can be transmitted through contaminated brushes, blankets and tack. There effective insecticidal treatments that can kill lice. But if you worry about your horse's health, take heart: A natural treatment for lice can be just as effective as an
How to Design a Barn or Stable
A comfortable and safe barn or stable is tremendously important not only to the health and welfare of the animals housed in the barn, but for the humans who care for barn animals. Modern conveniences can now be designed into barns and stables to make them very productive and a valuable asset to anim
Online Horse Hoaxes, Urban Legends and Fakes
There are lots of urban legends, hoaxes and fakes circulating around the internet. Here are seven that have hit the horse world. Learn about these horse related urban legends and fakes.