Katherine's Horses Blog October 2007 Archive

Happy Halloween!
It's Halloween and time for costumes. Gymkhanas and horse shows often feature costume classes too. If you decide to dress your horse and yourself up, make sure you do a ... Read More

Wednesday October 31, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Shell Out for Your Horse
Here's a tip from About Horses reader and lifetime horse owner Muriel P. of Minnesota. "May I suggest one more treat that we believe is a healthy one....salted in the ... Read More

Tuesday October 30, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Horse Quizzes in Your Email Inbox
If you enjoy learning about horses and testing your knowledge you can get horse quizzes in your email in-box. Once a week for six weeks you'll receive a horse oriented ... Read More

Monday October 29, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Horses in Costume
It's almost Halloween and time for dressing up in costume. Do you have a photo of you and your horse in costume? Maybe like me you've shown in Native Arabian ... Read More

Sunday October 28, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Draw a Horse Head
Sketching is one of those things I would do 'if I ever had the time'. I'm sure that's a familiar phrase for many of you. My daughter has a natural ... Read More

Saturday October 27, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Why Join a Club?
Why join a club? Horse and pony clubs offer education, information, services and social advantages. No matter what your interest in horses is, there is probably a club out there ... Read More

Friday October 26, 2007 | permalink | comments (4)

Halloween Costumes
Forum member Ctwohorses posted this photo of her daughter at an annual Halloween Horse Trials. She rode to the music of Phantom of the Opera in costume in a musical ... Read More

Thursday October 25, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Humane Society Asks for Help for Evacuees of "Firestorm 2007"
The San Diego Humane Society is providing information on animal evacuations centres and supply areas, animal rescues, and donation and supply needs. You'll find a list of feeds and needs ... Read More

Wednesday October 24, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

California Fires and Emergency Planning with Horses
Horse owners in the paths of the California fires are once again evacuating or preparing to evacuate. The rest of us are reminded of the importance of emergency planning. To ... Read More

Wednesday October 24, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Are You Ready For Horse Ownership?
Do you know what it takes to keep a horse healthy and safe? Photo 2007 K. Blocksdorf Are You Ready For Horse Ownership? tests your knowledge. And don’t worry, you don’t ... Read More

Tuesday October 23, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Get About Horses Weekly Updates
Every Tuesday I send a brief newsletter updating you on what is new and available on the About Horses website. I include new articles, tips, hot forum discussions and a ... Read More

Monday October 22, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Horse Photo of the Week - Sham
This week's featured first horse is Tami N's Sham. Tami says there isn't a better trail horse than Sham--and there just isn't enough time tell everyone what Sham means to her! Photo 2005 Tami N. Read ... Read More

Sunday October 21, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Barnaby and Mac
If you've got horse crazy kids in your household you might want to check out this creative series of DVDs: Barnaby and Mac. Created for children aged one and up, ... Read More

Saturday October 20, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Take the Poll: How Many Horses Do You Own?
Right now, we have four horses - five if you count Justine's project pony, which she technically does not own. Trillium is still at my mom's barn and the project ... Read More

Friday October 19, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

America's Next Equestrian Star - Reality TV
Tune in tonight at 9:00PM to Fox Reality TV for The Search for America's Next Equestrian Star. Six dressage riders will vie for the chance to be former Olympian Robert ... Read More

Friday October 19, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Join the Discussion: Choosing a Name
"We've just bought a new horse, she's a 7 year old Palomino/Paint cross mare. She's beige, and caramel colored and very sweet. Her old owners named her, but we don't ... Read More

Thursday October 18, 2007 | permalink | comments (2)

Feeding Hay - How Much Hay Does a Horse Eat?
One of the most common questions about feeding hay to horses is how much to feed. How Much Hay Does a Horse Eat? answers that question. The next question however is; ... Read More

Thursday October 18, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Riding Boot Care - Care for Your English or Western Riding Boots
I recently bought a pair of paddock boots for everyday riding. Last weekend I was trimming Trillium's bridle path. I had her tied in a stall were the light was ... Read More

Wednesday October 17, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Horse Photo of the Week - Peewee
Leanne C's first horse, Lil Luv Olena (aka Peewee) is helping Leanne learn to ride, and she's loving it. Photo 2005 Leanne C. Read more about Peewee on his gallery page. Enjoy more horse pictures on ... Read More

Sunday October 14, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

International Side Saddle Association
It's a long time since I've ridden sidesaddle and I'd like to try it again sometime. Photo 1972 R. Danko Perhaps I've finally found the perfect horse with Trillium. I'd like ... Read More

Saturday October 13, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Take the Poll: What is the Most Common Rider Problem?
Bad habits? I have a few. Besides bad posture and a tendency to lean forward I tend to ride with my hands too flat. I have to remind myself 'thumbs ... Read More

Friday October 12, 2007 | permalink | comments (5)

Choosing a Name for Your Horse
My new horse Trillium came with her name. Photo 2007 K. Blocksdorf We've known her as Trillium since April and I like the name so I have no inclination to change it. ... Read More

Thursday October 11, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Join the Discussion: Aural Plaques, Blanketing and Respect
"Has anyone dealt with this? My new mare Mocha has been diagnosed with Aural Plaques. Two vets said most 99 out of 100 horses are never bothered by ... Read More

Wednesday October 10, 2007 | permalink | comments (1)

Stretching Your Hay Supply
While some areas of North America were complaining of a very wet growing season, others had the opposite problem. Photo 2005 K. Blocksdorf In my own backyard, we had a dry spring ... Read More

Tuesday October 9, 2007 | permalink | comments (2)

Horse Quizzes in Your Email Inbox
Do you enjoy quizzes? If you enjoy learning about horses and testing your knowledge you can get horse quizzes in your email in-box. Once a week for six weeks you'll ... Read More

Monday October 8, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Horse Gallery Photo of the Week - Pumpkin
This cute little guy is Pumpkin. He's a Miniature Horse and is much loved by Jennifer S. He may be small but he occupies a big space in Jennifer's heart! Photo 2005 Jennifer S. Read more ... Read More

Sunday October 7, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

The Original Equine Protectavest
I few years ago I bought the most hideous bright yellow bed spread at a yard sale. When I brought it home I'm sure my husband was a bit worried. ... Read More

Saturday October 6, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Take the Poll: Blanketing During the Winter Months
Forum members have been discussing whether you should blanket your horses during turn-out, and under what circumstances. Do you blanket your horses during the colder winter months? Join the discussion: ... Read More

Friday October 5, 2007 | permalink | comments (8)

Halloween is Coming - Call for Horse Costume Pictures!
This 'lawn ornament' is my daughter in a costume class at a local fall fair with her pony Snowman. Photo 2005 K. Blocksdorf This was a fun and easy costume to put ... Read More

Wednesday October 3, 2007 | permalink | comments (2)

A Great Time to Hit the Trails -- But Be Careful!
Up here, we are heading into the Thanksgiving weekend. Forget hours of cooking and baking. Photo 2007 K. Blocksdorf The plan is to saddle up and do some trail riding. This is ... Read More

Monday October 1, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)