Articles Index
Social Networking and About.com Horses
Here is how you can interact with About.com Horses Guide Katherine Blocksdorf on many of the most popular social networking websites like Facebook Twitter and Indenti.ca. Follow Katherine Blocksdorf on social networking sites.
Choosing a Horse Name
Are you looking for the perfect name for your new horse? Here are tons of great ideas for horse name. find links, lists and ideas for finding the perfect name for your horse, pony, donkey or mule. Name for your new colt, filly, or create a stable name for your new horse.
Designing a Run-in Shelter
These tips will help you design your run-in shed, loafing shed, or shelter for your horse. Read these recommendations to where to place your shelter, what the dimensions should be, and other considerations for run-in sheds for horses and ponies.
Horse and Pony Care By the Day, Week, Month and Year
Horse care is a daily responsibility and there are many things that need to be done throughout the year to care for your horse. Here is a quick checklist of things you must do to keep your horse or pony healthy and happy, by the day, week, month, and year.
Tips for Riding Along Roadsides
It's not ideal, but sometimes you have to ride along roadsides to get to trails. Here are tips for staying safe when horseback riding along roadsides.
Videos of Horses With EPM or Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis
What does EPM look like? Here is a collection of videos from around the internet of horses with EPM symptoms. EPM videos collected from Youtube.com, Clipshack and other online resources.
Learn to Make a Rope Halter
Rope halters are a DIY project that anyone can master and customize to their own needs. Here is what you need to know to make your own rope halter.
Normal Pulse, Respiration and Temperature
Learn your horse's basic pulse, respiration and temperature. Here is how to take your horse's pulse, breathing rate and body temperature and why it's important to know these vital statistics.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Stables and Run-in Sheds
What is better for your horse; a run-in shed or a stable with a stall? Read the pros and cons of keeping your horse or pony in a shelter or a loafing shed.
Electrolytes for Horses
Does your horse need to be supplemented with electrolytes. Learn what electrolytes are, and when you should administer them to your horse or pony.
Idiopathic Non-inflammatory Leukoderma or Vitiligo
A reader asks what the pale pink patches of skin are around her horse's eyes. Learn about vitiligo or idiopathic non-inflammatory leukoderma in horses.
Where to Find Information About EPM
EPM resources and information. Find print, video and on-line resources about Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis.
The Difference Between English and Western Snaffles
There is sometimes confusion about what a snaffle bit really is. Sometimes curb bits with jointed mouthpieces are called snaffles. Find out what is and is not a snaffle or curb bit.
Riding Lessons for Your Child
Riding lessons are great for kids and the best way to learn to ride a horse. Here are some suggestions about the appropriate age for children to take horse riding lesson, and what you can expect from lessons for very young children.
How Long Do Horses Live?
How long do horses live?Much longer than you probably thought. Learn how long horses live and how long they can still lead comfortable, productive lives.
Will Blanketing Prevent Winter Coat Growth and What Blanket Should I Use?
Do you want to prevent your horse from growing a long coat this winter? Find out if blanketing your horse will stop thick hair coat growth and speed spring shedding. Learn what type of blanket and other equipment you should you use.
Prepare Your Horse's Stable for Winter
Winter can be a challenge for horse owners. Here are tips help you prepare your horse's or pony's stable for the cold winter months.
Winter Pasture Care Tips
If winter's on its way, you need to prepare your horse's home for the cold months ahead. These tips help you prepare your horse's or ponies pastures, stable yards, paddocks, and fields for winter.
Tips for Checking Your Horse's Fences, Fields, and Paddocks
Winter can take its toll on fences and grass. Get your pasture growing, check for debris and make sure your fences are in good repair with these spring pasture care tips.
Help Your Horse Make the Transition from Cold to Warm Weather
Horse care becomes a bit easier in the spring. Help your horse shed out a long winter coat, get back into a riding schedule, and putting your horse out on spring pasture. Grooming, feeding, and care advice and tips.
Keep Your Horse Cool in Hot Weather
Learn how to keep your horse, pony, donkey, or mule comfortable and healthy in hot weather. Learn to identify the signs of heat stress in horses. Prevent heat stroke in horses and find out what to do until the veterinarian arrives. Hot weather horse care.
Are Stallions Suitable First Horses?
Read why stallions are not suitable for new owners and riders and should only be handled by experienced horse people. Learn why stallions may not be the best choice for a beginner horse owner or rider.
Make Your Horse's Mane Lie on the Correct Side
Does your horse's mane flop on both sides? Here's how to train an unruly mane that falls over both sides of the horse's neck to lie neatly on the correct side. Learn how to groom your horse's or pony's mane so it lays flat.
Keep Your Horse Safe and Happy in the Trailer
Learn how to maintain your trailer, tie your horse and drive safely with a horse in a trailer. Keep your horse comfortable and safe in a horse trailer.
What You Need To Take To A Horse Show for The Rider
Are you riding in a horse show? Here is a list of what you'll need for yourself when you are riding in a horse show. This basic list covers all the clothing and equipment that you'll need to pack when heading out to ride or drive your horse at a show.