Collecting Model Horses
Monday March 31, 2008
My daughter is on the hunt for a new saddle which means we've been visiting a lot of tack shops lately. One display always draws me --the Breyer Horse Collection. ... Read More
Take the Poll: How Old is Your Horse?
Sunday March 30, 2008
I think the best age for a horse is between 10 and 20 years old. Some people love raising youngsters and some are happy and proud of their 'senior citizens'. ... Read More
Horse Gallery Photo of the Week - Bandit
Sunday March 30, 2008
Bandit is getting ready to blow out all the candles on his birthday cake. (Shhhhh...don't tell him there aren't any! It's too close to the barn for open flames!)
Photo 2007 ... Read More
Will You Vacinnate for WNV?
Friday March 28, 2008
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
Horse Hair Shedding Out Tips - Help Your Horse Shed Out
Thursday March 27, 2008
It gets in your eyes, mouth and sticks to your clothing. Yet we love it when our horses are shedding their winter coats. Like robins and crocus, it's a sure ... Read More
Parts of the Horse Quiz - Do You Know the Parts of the Horse?
Wednesday March 26, 2008
Do you know were the gaskin is? Or where the stifle is located?
2006 K. Blocksdorf
Test your knowledge of the points of the horse with this interactive quiz. Here's a hint: ... Read More
The Nicker Network - NickerTV
Monday March 24, 2008
There's been a bit more competition for the computer since we found NickerTV. The Nicker Network - NickerTV is on-demand television for horse lovers. You'll find videos on training, ... Read More
Horse Gallery Photo of the Week - EA Promise Clown Costume
Sunday March 23, 2008
I love costume classes. I was so glad to get this photo of Arabian stallion EA Promise in a clown costume along with another of Promise in Arabian native ... Read More
What Can I Do With a Two or Three Year Old Horse?
Wednesday March 19, 2008
In a few weeks our Clydesdale cross colt Thor, will be a two year old. But, it will be awhile yet before his training will begin in earnest. I believe ... Read More
Spring Cleaning
Tuesday March 18, 2008
It's time to get out the shedding blade and help your horse make the transition from colder to warmer weather.
A shedding blade can help pull out long winter coat.2006 K. ... Read More
Horse Gallery Photo of the Week - Scuttle
Sunday March 16, 2008
For Scuttle's owner, her three horses are a dream come true. Scuttle is a twelve year old TB/Appaloosa cross.
2007 Holly L.
Read more about on Scuttle's gallery page.
Enjoy more ... Read More
Do You Wear a Helmet When You Ride?
Friday March 14, 2008
I'm reposting this poll and a link back to the comments that readers made the first time I posted it. Like myself, they've learned the hard way about the importance ... Read More
What Can I Do with a Weanling?
Thursday March 13, 2008
Having just visited Thor I am shocked at how small he is in this photo.
Thor as a weanling, coming yearling. 2007 K. Blocksdorf
He's about 9 months old here, ... Read More
What Can I Do With a Foal?
Tuesday March 11, 2008
Although we are buried under a bazillion feet of snow (that is only a slight hyperbole) I suspect that there are new foals tucked away in stables everywhere--a sure sign ... Read More
Stay Up-to-Date With About Horses
Monday March 10, 2008
Did you know you can stay up-to-date with About Horses with RSS (that stands for Really Simple Syndication or Rich Site Summary)? Using Livelinks bookmarks or an RSS reader you ... Read More
Horse Gallery Photo of the Week - Black Dan
Sunday March 9, 2008
Black Dan is Amanda G's dream come true. Amanda admits they have lots to work on, but she loves Dan no matter what.
Photo 2007 Amanda G.
Read more about Black ... Read More
Take the Poll: What Bit Do You Use?
Saturday March 8, 2008
There are so many bits available that it is impossible to list them all on this poll. I've included several of the most commonly used bits. If what you use ... Read More
How to Tie a Western Cinch
Friday March 7, 2008
Doing up a traditional Western cinch can be a bit trickier than one with buckles.
2006 K. Blocksdorf
How to Tie a Western Cinch explains how to tie and tighten Western cinches ... Read More
Join the Discussion: What Bit Should I Use?
Wednesday March 5, 2008
"Last year, I had been working my TB solely in a jumping hackamore because he works very well in it and it suited our purposes well (contesting at shows and ... Read More
Get About Horses Weekly Updates
Tuesday March 4, 2008
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
Horse Quizzes in Your Email Inbox
Monday March 3, 2008
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
Horse Gallery Photo of the Week - Habib
Sunday March 2, 2008
Habib is very special to his owner Kerri-Jo Stewart . She literally searched the world for him. He is a purebred Akhal-Teke horse imported from Russia.
Photo 2007 Kerri-Jo Stewart
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Poll - What is Your Favorite Horse Sport?
Saturday March 1, 2008
My daughter tells me that we will be going to a horse show every weekend this summer.
Another of my daughter's passions: Drill Team RidingPhoto 2006 K. Blocksdorf
She's excited about trying ... Read More