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Katherine's Horses Blog October 2005 Archive

By Katherine Blocksdorf, About.com Guide to Horses since 2005

Horse Safety Quiz

Monday October 31, 2005
Do you know how to stay safe while grooming, riding and driving? Test your horse and pony safety knowledge with the Horse Safety Quiz.

Meet the Quarter Horse

Friday October 28, 2005
The American Quarter Horse is a breed that wins admirers from beginner horse owners and professionals alike. Whether you wish to quietly hack the trails, participate in rodeo events, or ... Read More

HorseMates!

Wednesday October 26, 2005
If you have a horse you may not ever consider selling it. Unfortunately circumstances can change, and you may have to part with your equine companion, however reluctantly. You may ... Read More

Farnam No Chew-Product Review

Monday October 24, 2005
Do awful tasting solutions stop a horse or pony from chewing fences, stalls and feeders? Sometimes you have to try a number of products before finding something that really works. ... Read More

'Dreamer' Opens

Friday October 21, 2005
There's a lot of talk about the movie Dreamer. This movie, inspired by a real horse, looks like a winner with horse lovers and regular folk alike. About Christianity Guide ... Read More

Can Your Horse Make You Sick?

Tuesday October 18, 2005
If you live on the east coast of the United States you might be noticing that Eastern Equine Encephalitis is making headline news in many newspapers. In one case school ... Read More

An Introduction to the Sport of Ride 'n' Tie

Monday October 17, 2005
Yesterday was the last competition of the season for my daughter. She and her team partner ran and rode in a Ride 'n' Tie. They had good day out, despite ... Read More

Featured First Horse

Friday October 14, 2005
Aloha is an example of how horses can heal. Jane bought her during a difficult time in her life and feels she managed better with Aloha's influence. Meet Aloha ... Read More

The Horseless Rider-Book Review

Wednesday October 12, 2005
If you love to ride but you can't own a horse, this book is for you. Author Barbara Burn offers suggestions on how you can ride and enjoy other people's ... Read More

Stay Flexible For Riding

Monday October 10, 2005
If you are new to riding and are finding you have a few aches and pains, or you just want to limber up and have greater body awareness Fledenkrais movements ... Read More

Taking Up Riding as an Adult-Book Review

Saturday October 8, 2005
So many books written for the beginner rider and owner seem to be aimed at young people. What if you're older and want to learn to ride, or buy your ... Read More

Frequently Asked Questions about Hoof Thrush

Wednesday October 5, 2005
For many of us, the cooler fall season has arrived. The flies and biting insects have abated and working with our horses is easier and more comfortable. However, autumn often ... Read More

Why Learn to Ride?

Monday October 3, 2005
Perhaps you've just stumbled in on this site, or you've been thinking about taking up riding or driving and wondered, what is the point of riding or driving a horse? ... Read More

Featured First Horse

Saturday October 1, 2005
This week my featured "First Horse" belongs to Tiffany S. Her first horse Duke came as quite a project. But their story has a happy ending. Visit Tiffany, Duke and ... Read More

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