Katherine's Horses Blog March 2008 Archive

Collecting Model Horses
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

Monday March 31, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Horse Gallery Photo of the Week - Bandit
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

Sunday March 30, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Will You Vacinnate 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

Friday March 28, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Horse Hair Shedding Out Tips - Help Your Horse Shed Out
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

Thursday March 27, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Parts of the Horse Quiz - Do You Know the Parts of the Horse?
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

Wednesday March 26, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Spring Horse Care Tips
I had to chuckle at my mother on the weekend. A shedding blade helps to pull out winter coat.2006 K. Blocksdorf She complained that no matter whether she drove her horse indoors ... Read More

Tuesday March 25, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

The Nicker Network - NickerTV
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

Monday March 24, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Horse Gallery Photo of the Week - EA Promise Clown Costume
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

Sunday March 23, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Take the Poll: How Old is Your Horse?
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

Friday March 21, 2008 | permalink | comments (3)

Horse Training at Every Age
I've had horses at just about every stage of life. Thor was six weeks old and still beside his mother when we got him. Photo 2008 K. BlocksdorfMy daughter's horse is ... Read More

Thursday March 20, 2008 | permalink | comments (2)

What Can I Do With a Two or Three Year Old Horse?
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

Wednesday March 19, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Spring Cleaning
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

Tuesday March 18, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Horse Gallery Photo of the Week - Scuttle
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

Sunday March 16, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Do You Wear a Helmet When You Ride?
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

Friday March 14, 2008 | permalink | comments (4)

What Can I Do with a Weanling?
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

Thursday March 13, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

What Can I Do With a Foal?
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

Tuesday March 11, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Stay Up-to-Date With About Horses
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

Monday March 10, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Horse Gallery Photo of the Week - Black Dan
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

Sunday March 9, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Take the Poll: What Bit Do You Use?
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

Saturday March 8, 2008 | permalink | comments (1)

How to Tie a Western Cinch
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

Friday March 7, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Is It a Curb or a Snaffle Bit?
Sometimes what is referred to as a Western snaffle bit may not be a snaffle bit at all. This western pelham has a jointed mouthpiece. Is it a snaffle bit? Here's an ... Read More

Thursday March 6, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Join the Discussion: What Bit Should I Use?
"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

Wednesday March 5, 2008 | 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

Tuesday March 4, 2008 | 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 March 3, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Horse Gallery Photo of the Week - Habib
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 Read ... Read More

Sunday March 2, 2008 | permalink | comments (1)

Poll - What is Your Favorite Horse Sport?
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

Saturday March 1, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)