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Taking care of hooves is a crucial part of maintaining your horses well being. Ideally you should look at your horses hooves daily, and at the very least two times each week.  By doing this you should become familiar with what is normal and what is not, and will be able to to spot any issues Read More

The Arabian horse is an animal which has lived on the Arabian Peninsula for well over 2000 years. Strength, beauty and endurance are typical traits of this breed of horse. Studies have show that Arabian horses are amongst the oldest breeds discovered in the world. The nomadic Bedouins were first Read More

When looking for horses for sale, there are a few factors which are worth considering to make the buying process run smoothly, and to make sure you end up with your dream horse. Every horse has niggles – just be sure that your chosen one has faults that you can live with and that won’t Read More

Learning to ride a horse isn’t easy. There are so many things that you need to remember and they aren’t always related to the horse. Always ensure that you have the correct clothing and a helmet that fits properly before you start. Not performing simple checks from the beginning could Read More

One of the most important things to consider when purchasing a horse saddle is the difference between english and Western saddles for sale. When perusing all of the various saddles for sale, you will discover a distinct difference between the two most popular types. It is that a horn is used in the manufacture of western saddles. Also western saddles are usually built heavier and sturdier than english saddles.

The actual saddle is one of the key pieces of horse riding apparel, so there are lots of things to keep in mind whenever selecting horse saddles for sale. First, your riding style must be determined. More often than not, this can be either English or Western, although there are specialty saddles intended for activities like polo, dressage, jumping, and racing.

Believe it or not, you can make your horse dreams come true, especially if your dream includes owning a horse, horses for sale are available just about everywhere. You can find them through a wide variety of mediums, but, you should ask yourself basic questions before you begin your shopping experience

If you are intending to buy a horse at auction, you need to be able to tell the quality horses from the problem horses. Remember that most horses at auction are sold ‘as-is’, so you do not have a guarantee and have little legal protection, even if the horse has a serious problem. Consequently, you need to do your own research on the horses in advance to identify the ones that are worth bidding on and the ones which you should keep away from.

Cribbing is a compulsive behavior, which horses sometimes develop as a result of boredom, typically resulting from being left in a box much of the day with nothing to do. It consists of the horse firmly biting an object, arching its neck while pulling on the object, and sucking in air. It is believed that this triggers the release of chemicals (endorphins) in the brain, giving a pleasurable sensation. Cribbing is also known as ‘wind sucking’ or ‘crib biting’.

Jewelry with horses on it, otherwise known as horse jewelry, has fascinated people throughout the ages. Dating back to the most ancient of times, families and individuals would often incorporate the images of a horse on their most treasures possessions…including their jewelry. It was usually made from the most precious of metals and gems, such as silver, gold and of course, diamonds. Passed down from generation to generation, they were to become valuable keepsakes.

Animal communication can be a great benefit to all pet owners. The ability to understand your animals feelings and perspective on life will help you create well balanced and happy animals. It can be very easy to observe our animals behaviour and to place our own judgements on why they behave the way they do, but what happens if you are wrong? Animal communication is a way of truly understanding and getting closer to your animal.

Looking for a rustic private getaway in the mountains or maybe you want to live the mountain lifestyle every day. RedTail Mountain is a rustic mountain community nestled in the Appalachian Mountains that provides many amenities.

Seattle Slew–the last living Triple Crown winner–died on May 7, 2002 at the age of 28. As one of only 11 Triple Crown winners in history, he is by default one of the greatest horses in the history of thoroughbred racing. Of those 11 legendary animals, Seattle Slew was the only one to complete the Triple Crown with an undefeated record, as well as the only one to have been purchased at a public auction. After retiring in 1978, Slew became one of the most important and successful stud horses in the history of the sport. He sired 1,066 foals including 102 stakes race winners. Among this impressive group of offspring was the 1984 Kentucky Derby winner, Swale. All told, Slew’s offspring have won an amazing $76 million dollars at the race track. Slew’s stud fee of $300,000 made him a very profitable horse even after his racing career was over. Slew wasn’t a particularly attractive horse, but he had the toughness of a championship boxer and the sort of intestinal fortitude and desire that can only be given by The Creator.

Before buying or choosing a new horse, it is important to check its health. Although it is impossible to be 100% certain that a horse is completely healthy, there are a number of tests which can identify most potential health risks. Following is a checklist.