Katherine's Horses Blog April 2008 Archive

Hot Forum Discussion: How Long Will It Take to Train My Horse?
All of us dream of having the perfectly trained horse. And we`d like to have that horse the next time we go to the stable. A lot of training methods ... Read More

Wednesday April 30, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Time to Put Away the Winter Blankets
Now that the calendar is about to flip to May, I think it is safe to put away the winter blankets. 2005 K. Blocksdorf You just never know around here! I ... Read More

Tuesday April 29, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Keeping a Journal of Your Horse Activities
I just passed a milestone in my riding. A while ago I signed up for my provincial equestrian association's riding program. This week I finished accruing 50 hours of riding ... Read More

Monday April 28, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Horse Photo of the Week - Drakar
2007 Ann R. Ann R. writes, "This is a photo of my "lease" horse. I have always loved horses and 2 years ago decided to indulge myself. I found ... Read More

Saturday April 26, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Take the Poll - What Type of Stirrups Do You Use?
There are lots of different choices when it comes to stirrups.

Friday April 25, 2008 | permalink | comments (3)

Top Reasons Not to Wear a Riding Helmet - And Why They Are All Excuses
There are a lots of excuses for not wearing a helmet when you ride. A helmet, proper footwear and safety stirrups, and good riding skills will help to keep you safe ... Read More

Thursday April 24, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Can You Trim Ergots?
A reader asks: "I have a 5 year old percheron mare that has what looks like long fingernails curling up behind her ankle area under her feathering hair. I ... Read More

Tuesday April 22, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Vinegar For Horses
About Frugal Living Guide Pat Veretto has some suggestions for using vinegar to keep your horse comfortable and happy. With blackflies and mosquitoes ready to wake up for a meal ... Read More

Monday April 21, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Featured Horse from the Gallery:Clover Babe
One of our forum hosts AppyT is a wonderful lady with a wealth of equine knowledge she generously shares. Her first horse was a pony called Clover Babe. Truly a ... Read More

Sunday April 20, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Take the Poll: When Was the Last Time Your Horse's Teeth Were Checked?
Yesterday afternoon Mystic, Trillium and several other horses in at the barn had their teeth floated (filed) by a veterinarian.

Friday April 18, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Forum Poll: Do You or Would You Vaccinate for Rabies?
I live in an area once dubbed the rabies capital of North America. Yearly vaccinations against rabies are recommended for horses and are law for dogs. There is even a ... Read More

Thursday April 17, 2008 | permalink | comments (7)

Introducing Your Horse to Pasture
After months of poor pasture or eating little else but hay, it's so tempting to turn your horses or ponies out on all that green grass that's been growing so ... Read More

Wednesday April 16, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Say Horse in Another Language
Ever wondered how to say horse in another language? Here are six different ways to say horse from About Language Education Guides. Learn how to say horse in French, Italian, ... Read More

Monday April 14, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Horse Gallery Photo of the Week - Dancer
Dancer is one of four beloved horses belonging to Lynn W. 2008 Lynn W. She raised him herself from a mare she owned named Shelly, and trained him to be ... Read More

Sunday April 13, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Have You Provided for Your Horse in Your Will?
I received an email from a reader this morning who wrote:

Friday April 11, 2008 | permalink | comments (2)

Toxic Plants - What's Growing in Your Pastures?
Warm sun and gentle rains encourage the grass to grow. The sight of green is so welcome after a long snowy winter! Photo 2007 K. Blocksdorf But what else besides grass ... Read More

Wednesday April 9, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Animal Communicators - Help For Your Horse?
I admit, I am a bit skeptical when it comes to the idea of inter-species communication. In an effort to learn more about it, I did take a short ... Read More

Monday April 7, 2008 | permalink | comments (4)

Horse Photo of the Week: Fiesty Canadian
This week's horse photo of the week is Fiesty Canadian. Photo 2006 Erin C. Fiesty Canadian is wondering if his owner Erin still has treats. You can read more about him on ... Read More

Sunday April 6, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Poll: Will You be Competing with Your Horse This Season?
Show season is ramping up here. Yesterday my daughter received the horse trials omnibus. Needless to say she started checking off every competition within an hour's drive of home. I, ... Read More

Friday April 4, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

How to Tie Up a Hay Net
In a few weeks we will be heading out for the first competition of the season. That means lots of planning and packing. Of course humans and horse will need ... Read More

Thursday April 3, 2008 | permalink | comments (1)

Time For Spring Vaccinations
The veterinarian is coming this morning and Trillium and Mystic will receive their annual vaccinations as well as a chiropractic treatment. Photo 2006 Gabor Bibor For many of us, spring is ... Read More

Wednesday April 2, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)

Safety on the Road - Horse Trailer Hauling Tips
We're very excited. 2007 K. Blocksdorf On the weekend we picked up our new horse trailer. It's just a two horse bumper pull--not fancy, but safe and sturdy. This means no more ... Read More

Tuesday April 1, 2008 | permalink | comments (0)