Katherine's Horses Blog May 2007 Archive

Hot Forum Discussions: Feeding
Is it a good idea to make your own grain mixture? What is the best commercially prepared food? How much do you feed? Forum members are asking questions and ... Read More

Thursday May 31, 2007 | permalink | comments (1)

Headshaking In Horses
A while ago a reader asked why her horse tossed its head while she rode it. Head tossing is a common problem and the root of the problem is likely ... Read More

Monday May 28, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Poll: Do You Vaccinate for WNV?
While most of us look forward to warmer weather we don't look forward to the biting insects that come with it. As soon as the black-flies in our area disappear, ... Read More

Wednesday May 23, 2007 | permalink | comments (1)

Hot Forum Discussion - Getting a Horse to Stand for Mounting
This is a common problem--your horse squirms and moves away when you try to mount up. Forum members offer solutions to make mounting a little easier. Join the discussion and ... Read More

Tuesday May 22, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

What To Take With You to a Distance Trail Ride Competition
I have a busy weekend ahead. As you read this I am probably following a trailer full of horses to a competition. The first Competitive Trail Ride of the season ... Read More

Friday May 18, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Filly Vying for Title as World's Tallest Horse
According to the 2006 Guiness Book of World Records the tallest living horse is Priefert's Radar. This Belgian gelding stands over 19 hands and weighs well over a ton. But ... Read More

Monday May 14, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Creative Forum Members
If you need horse advice or just want to chat, the forum and the Back Pasture Chat are the places to go. I'm always amazed at the wealth of knowledge ... Read More

Thursday May 10, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Horse Word of the Week - Crop
After bits, crops are perhaps the most common artifical aid. Learn more about crops and how they should be used. Read More Definitions Artificial Aids Aids

Tuesday May 8, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

A Reader Asks: What Are the Pale Patches Around My Horse's Eyes?
"My 4 year old mare, has a discoloration around her eyes that turns the skin a very light pink and I was wondering if this is a sickness, or if ... Read More

Monday May 7, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

How to Braid Manes and Tails
We are looking forward to the first dressage show soon and that means I have to limber up my fingers for some braiding sessions. While tails aren't braided for dressage ... Read More

Thursday May 3, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

U.S. House Passes Ban on Horse Slaughter
The U.S. House approved a bill that would end horse slaughter and prevent horses being sent to plants in Mexico and Canada. The bill is now destined for the Senate. ... Read More

Wednesday May 2, 2007 | permalink | comments (17)

Hot Forum Discussion: Back in the Saddle
A forum member is returning to riding after a long absence. She's wondering how much affection should you give a horse after it has worked for you. Many people have ... Read More

Tuesday May 1, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)