Katherine's Horses Blog April 2006 Archive

Horse Colors: Chestnut
There are lots of variations of the color chestnut and they can be easily confused with sorrels and other tawny/red combinations. This glossary entry gives a brief description of the ... Read More

Sunday April 30, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Horse Loss Support
Loosing a pet, whether horse, dog, cat or other furred or feathered friend can be a devastating experience. My beloved Freya died just over 2 years ago very unexpectedly and ... Read More

Friday April 28, 2006 | permalink | comments (1)

Find the Horse Words in this Puzzle
Print out and find the horse related words in this wordsearch puzzle. Click on the linked hints to learn more about the words. There's an answer key just in case ... Read More

Thursday April 27, 2006 | permalink | comments (1)

Does Your Horse Need a Coggins Test?
Mosquitos are pesky little things. Not only do they bite, leaving you and your horse with itchy welts, they also transmit diseases. By now many of us know about WNV, ... Read More

Wednesday April 26, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Types of Saddle: Side Saddle
It's a long time since I've ridden sidesaddle and I'd like to try it again sometime. Historically, most women rode sidesaddle. But some of the more adventuresome rode astride as ... Read More

Sunday April 23, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Bed and Breakfasts that Welcome Horses
B and B's can be one of the most economical and charming ways to find accommodations as you travel. If part of your luggage next vacation is a saddle and ... Read More

Saturday April 22, 2006 | permalink | comments (2)

Spring Stable Cleaning
Most of the female horse owners I know would rather spend time cleaning their barns tha their houses. Maybe because the occupants of the barn appreciate it more? A good ... Read More

Friday April 21, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Spring Horse Care Tips
It must be spring when an owner's greatest joy is brushing out that long winter coat our horses have grown! Spring Horse Care Tips offers ideas on how to help ... Read More

Wednesday April 19, 2006 | permalink | comments (1)

Join the Discussion: Caring For a Diabetic Horse
Thoroughbred horses sometimes are difficult to keep weight on. But when despite her best feeding efforts one forum member still had a too lean horse she called the vet. Turns ... Read More

Tuesday April 18, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Why Does My Horse Toss Its Head?
If your horse tosses, shakes or continually bobs its head while you ride you know that this behavior is annoying, and can be dangerous. If the horse tosses its head ... Read More

Monday April 17, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Horse Term of the Week: Gymkhana
A gymkhana is where many young horse owners get their first taste of competition on horseback. This word probably originated from the Hindi language and was picked up by ... Read More

Sunday April 16, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Trans Canada Multi Use Trail
The snow is gone and it's time to hit the trails! I'm lucky that the Trans Canada and other multi-use trails are close by. The Trans Canada Trail is unique ... Read More

Saturday April 15, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Horses on the Roads
If you've ridden along a roadside you may find you've had the same experience as this rider relates in a Qualicum, B.C. news article. I know I have as my ... Read More

Friday April 14, 2006 | permalink | comments (9)

Spring Pasture Care Tips
I was reminded of how important it is to check your fences, paddock and pasture areas in the spring when an acquaintance commented he found a bottle thrown right next ... Read More

Wednesday April 12, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Join the Discussion: Dry Hooves, Farrier Woes and My New Horse
Forum members are discussing remedies for dry brittle hooves and farriers who handle horses harshly. What would your solution to these problems be? And I can't help bragging a bit: ... Read More

Tuesday April 11, 2006 | permalink | comments (2)

Build a Round Pen on a Budget
Many horse owners find round pens are a great place to help focus and train their horses and ponies. E. Landers, author of Building a Round Pen offers advice on ... Read More

Monday April 10, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Horse Term of the Week: Natural Aids
Natural aids are something that everyone has available to them without buying any extra equipment. Do you know what they are? More Horse Terms Shy 'X' Horse Terms Quiz

Sunday April 9, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Core Strength Conditioning Equipment
Core strength is important to effective seat and leg aids, as well as posture and balance. I particularly like my stability ball for stretching and strengthening riding muscles. About Guide ... Read More

Saturday April 8, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

West Nile Virus Profile
Both humans and horses are susceptible to West Nile Virus. Learn the effects of WNV, treatment, and what you can do to protect your horse from this rapidly spreading mosquito ... Read More

Wednesday April 5, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Owners Urged to Vaccinate for EEE
Veterinarians in Florida are encouraging horse owners to vaccinate their horses for EEE. The mosquito season has begun early and already 4 horses have died. The best protection is vaccination. ... Read More

Tuesday April 4, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

COPD or Heaves Profile
COPD, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Broken Wind or Heaves is one reason you want make sure your hay is always clean, green and dust and mold free. Dust, molds, pollens ... Read More

Monday April 3, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Horse Term of the Week: Stall
Stall is one of those words that can mean different things depending on what activity you are doing. Does a stall mean your horse has come to a stop, like ... Read More

Sunday April 2, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Pony and Petting Zoo Parties
I know several people who give pony parties. When one of them tried to cancel the ponies arrival due to extreme cold weather, the parent of the birthday child was ... Read More

Saturday April 1, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)