Katherine's Horses Blog December 2006 Archive

Hot Forum Discussion: Do Horses Need Hay?
A new forum member is wondering if hay is all that important to horses. Read what other members have to say. More Forum Discussions Questions About When to Feed How Much ... Read More

Saturday December 30, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Horse Word of the Week - Tölt
This week's horse word is Tölt. It's not a common word. But if you own a certain breed, it's something you'll probably enjoy. Read the definition of Tölt to find ... Read More

Friday December 29, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Stable Design Tips
Is building a new stable or shed in your plans for 2008? Building a stable requires careful consideration for the safety of its occupants. How large should stalls be? How ... Read More

Friday December 29, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Merry Christmas!
Warm holiday greetings from myself, Aimee, Thor and Fredina. The links take you to each horse's pedigree on the All Breed Database. In Thor's case, the pedigree belongs to his ... Read More

Monday December 25, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Horse Word of the Week - Single Foot
What is a single foot? Is it what you have after your horse steps on your toes? Read the definition of single foot and find out! More Definitions Gymkhana Paw

Friday December 22, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Meet the Welsh Pony
We've had two Welsh Ponies over the years, AR Top Dollar, and Snowman. They were a great introduction to the horse world for my daughter helping her successfully compete in ... Read More

Thursday December 21, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Choosing a Natural Trim Practitioner
Natural trims entail more than just pulling a horse's shoes and imitating wild horse hoof wear patterns. This guide by Sheri Fischer of www.healthehoof.com offers suggestions that will help ... Read More

Tuesday December 19, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Horse Word of the Week - Pace
American Standarbreds are raced in both trotting and pacing races. But did you know there are riding horses that pace too? Read the definition of pace to find out more. More ... Read More

Thursday December 14, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Horse Photo of the Week - Breakheart's Cool Champagne
Breakheart's Cool Champagne lives at Break Heart Ranch Horse Rescue. He's a little tired of having his picture taken, and like a bad kid is making a face. Read ... Read More

Wednesday December 13, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Give an 'Unwrapped' Gift this Christmas
We spend a lot of time and money on our horses and ponies. They bring us pleasure and companionship and in return we give them the best of our care. ... Read More

Tuesday December 12, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Jingle Bells
About this time of year you'll probably hear the old favorite "Jingle Bells" more than once. It's a holiday favorite, even though it has nothing to do with Christmas and ... Read More

Sunday December 10, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Horse Word of the Week - Gaited
Many people are discovering the joys of riding a gaited horse. But what does gaited mean? Read this definition of gaited to find out. More Definitions Parts of the Horse - The ... Read More

Friday December 8, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

2006 Top Gift Picks for Horse Lovers
I asked forum members what they hoped to find under the tree this year. Read 2006 Top Gift Picks for Horse Lovers as chosen by the About Horses and Ponies ... Read More

Monday December 4, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Saddle Fit and Structural Defects
If you are buying a saddle here's what you need to know about checking it for structural defects. Beth Stefani of western-saddle-guide.com discusses saddle symmetry and soundness in her ... Read More

Sunday December 3, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Advantages and Disadvantages of Stables and Run-Ins
If you've bought a property and plan to keep you horse on it one of your first considerations is how you will provide shelter. Advantages and Disadvantages of Stables and ... Read More

Saturday December 2, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)