Basic Horseback Riding Safety
Wednesday January 31, 2007
When you are first learning to ride it seems like there is an overwhelming number of things to remember. The most important thing is how to stay safe. Read Tips ... Read More
The Importance of Hoof Care
Tuesday January 30, 2007
Basic horse care includes proper hoof care. Neglecting your horse's hooves can be devastating. Horse, pony, donkey and mule hooves need to be trimmed every 6 to 8 weeks. If ... Read More
Horse Handling Safety
Monday January 29, 2007
Whether you are getting ready to ride or drive, or just enjoy hanging out in the barn you'll want to follow a few safety rules to avoid accidents. No body ... Read More
Hot Forum Discussions - My Knees Hurt
Saturday January 27, 2007
What does a beginner rider do when they encounter aches and pains - especially in the knees? Forum members offer thier advice.
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Have Your Tried Calming Supplements that Work?
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Horse Word of the Week - Roached
Thursday January 25, 2007
For a horse with an impossible mass of burrs in its mane this might be the answer. Or this is done to some breeds to show off the color pattern ... Read More
The Black Forest Horse
Monday January 22, 2007
There are so many breeds of horses! This is one I have never heard of, but certainly caught my eye when I accidently surfed into the website. The Black Forest ... Read More
How Saddle Position Can Cause Saddle Fit Problems
Saturday January 20, 2007
Beth Stefani writes: "Some saddle fitting problems aren't caused by a poorly fitting saddle, but rather by a saddle positioned poorly. Saddles are designed to match the horse's anatomy when ... Read More
Horse Word of the Week - Easy Keeper
Thursday January 18, 2007
This horse term is almost self explanatory. It certainly something my horse is not, but I wish she was! To learn more read this definition of Easy Keeper
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Join the Discussion: Head Tossing
Wednesday January 17, 2007
One Forum member is having problems with a young horse who tosses her head. Fellow members have lots of suggestions on why it is happening and what can be done ... Read More
Horse Word of the Week - Clipping
Thursday January 11, 2007
Clipping in the horse world can mean a couple of different things. Sometimes it's done intentionally and sometimes, you'd rather it didn't happen at all. To learn more read this ... Read More
More Binder Twine Ideas
Monday January 8, 2007
A while back I asked what you did with your binder twine. Dora W. is an avid knitter and has these ideas for recycling bale twine. "I make rugs out ... Read More
Horse Word of the Week - Amble
Wednesday January 3, 2007
Amble may sound like a quiet stroll through the countryside. But when you are talking about horses it refers to a specific gait. Read the definition of amble to find ... Read More
Happy New Year!
Monday January 1, 2007
New Year's Day is a carefully planned event in my house. We have a family tradition about making sure we set the right tone and start out doing the things ... Read More

