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Low Back Pain and Hock Problems in Horses - Animal Chiropractic
Many horses have low back pain and hock problems. The common treatment is to inject the hocks and give the horse medication. Alternative Care such as Animal Chiropractic is being used successfully to treat these horses. This Article will show you the cause of your horses problem and how to fix it.
Mini Horse Fly Protection
Protecting your horse is super important. Fly masks and fly sheets are the best way to do this.
What Are the Dangers of Cross Ties for Horses?
Cross ties are common in many barns and are convenient for tacking up, shoeing, grooming and bathing your horse. Your horse must learn to cross tie even if it ties with a single rope. Do not start to cross tie until your horse has learned to give to pressure, and do not assume that a new horse knows
Six Things You Should Know About Prepurchase Exams
Once you have found the horse that you think is suitable to you and your needs, you should consider a prepurchase exam.A prepurchase exam is a check of a horse's health and soundness preformed by a veterinarian.This is a great way to ensure that you are buying a horse that is suitable for the t
Horse Training - How to Eliminate Your Equine Training Frustrations
There are ways to get your horse to do exactly what you want. Picture this. First, your horse cannot sit down and have a conversation with you.
How to Install a Wooden Horse Fence
Having horses is a fulfilling experience. Their beauty and grace have inspired men and women for generations. Housing your equine companion can be a challenge, however, as these animals are large and very powerful. Finding a safe way to keep them confined while allowing them the freedom of movement
How to Treat Horses With Ear Ticks
If you notice that your horse is frequently shaking his head, has drooping ears or is secreting excessive wax, you may want to check his ears for tick infestation. Ticks are parasitic arachnids that attach themselves to the ear canal to feed. Not only are they a source of extreme discomfort, ticks c
How to Change Flooring in Your Horse Trailer
There are more horses in the United States today than at any other time in history, including prior to the invention of the internal combustion engine. The vast majority of horses are transported in a horse trailer.While wood flooring in horse trailers is common, it is not perfect. Even
Definition of Horse Term Jockey
The meaning of the word jockey as used when discussing horses or ponies. Glossary of horse terms, definition of jockey.
How to Keep an Equine Warm
As horses are warm-blooded animals, they are susceptible to cold weather, which can wreak havoc on their sensitive skin when wet, as well as leave them uncomfortable and chilled. Horses grow longer coats in the winter, which they can fluff to trap air, providing insulation, as does the grease that a
Understand Why Horses Act Differently When Riding for Different People
Horses are extremely sensitive and know when someone is insecure or confident when riding them and they act according to that. A horse that is extremely easy for one person to ride is not necessarily easy for another person to ride or handle. Horses sense people's feelings and personalities, an
How to Stain the Concrete in a Horse Barn
Staining the concrete floor of a horse barn revives an old floor surface by restoring luster and adding new color. It may also help camouflage old stains and slab cracks. It is important to find alternate accommodations for your horses long enough to complete the task. Allow the stain to dry and the
10 Fun Facts You Didn't Know About Horse Foals
Foals are cute, they're fun, and even the biggest horse was once a tiny foal. Here are ten facts about foals you might not have known.
Gaits of a Horse
The motion of the horse's feet and legs are called gaits. There are roughly two groups of gaits, the natural gait and the acquired gait. The four natural gaits are the walk, the trot, the canter and the gallop. Some people consider the cantor and the gallop as one gait. A gait performed by natu
Horse Grooming Supplies - The Lister Large Animal Clippers and Trimmers of 2010
The 2010 series of Lister/Wahl horse clippers and trimmers is as high quality and durable as ever. There are eight trimmers and clippers in the 2010 line, but several of those have to be purchased from European web sites. They have not reached the US markets yet.
The Truth About Horse Joint Supplements (Part 1)
Let's face it - today's horse-owners are inundated with information regarding horse supplements. When it comes to choosing the product that is best for your horse, from specific supplements, to key ingredients to delivery systems, every product on the market wants to tell you why they are
What's in Nature's Medicine Chest for Horse Allergies and Hayfever?
Does your horse suffer from allergies and hayfever like symptoms? Spring and summer can certainly be the time of year when such unpleasant problems can make themselves known.
How to Fit Western Saddle Pads
A saddle pad spreads the weight of the saddle and rider over the horse's back and keeps the saddle from slipping around. It absorbs moisture and cools the horse. A saddle pad that fits incorrectly can cause chafing, sores and back problems for a horse. It is important to make sure the saddle pad you
Gratitude - Racehorse Style - Lukas, The World's Smartest Horse
"Lukas is such a lucky horse - he should be so grateful for everything you've done for him." Gratitude is on everyone's mind this time of year, especially for me. I receive over one hundred e-mails a day about my horse Lukas from all over the world, and get many comments like the