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By Katherine Blocksdorf, About.com Guide since 2005

Slobbers or Slaframine Poisoning in Horses Created: Friday, May 25, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 25, 2012
Learn about Slobbers or Slaframine Poisoning in Horses in horse and why horses get Slobbers or Slaframine Poisoning in Horses and what to do it your horse does get it.
Five Things To Know Before Training a Horse Created: Tuesday, December 13, 2005 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
What you'll need to know and understand before attempting to train or solve behavior or training problems with your horse or pony. Here are ideas that you can use to start training your horse or so...
Horse Allergic Rashes and Hives Created: Wednesday, July 20, 2011 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
Learn about allergic reactions in horses. Learn what causes random bumps or hives, bald and sore patches on a horse's skin.
Choosing a Horse Training Method Created: Monday, August 09, 2010 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
Learn about horse training methods and horse trainers. Learn about readers' opinions of the many methods of training your horse including popular horse training methods such as Parelli, Irwin, Tel...
Vesicular Stomatitis Created: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Learn about Vesicular Stomatitis in horses. Learn why horses get Vesicular Stomatitis, how it's diagnosed, how it's treated and prevented.
Control Horse and Stable Pests Naturally Created: Monday, December 15, 2008 Updated: Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Find tips to control pests in your horse's stable or paddocks that are safe for the environment. Environmentally safe pest control tips for horse stables and pastures. Go green in your barns and st...
Truck Hitches for Horse Trailers Created: Tuesday, February 14, 2006 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
Learn about choosing the right hitch to safely tow your horse trailer and safely tow your gooseneck or tag-along horse trailer.
Introducing Your Horse to Pasture Created: Tuesday, May 23, 2006 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
Learn why you need to introduce horses and ponies to grass pastures to avoid problems like colic and founder. Find out how to put your horse out on pasture, especially in the spring when the grass ...
How to Feed Horse Grains, Concentrates and Supplements Created: Monday, May 14, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
Learn how to feed your horse concentrated feed mixes, supplements and how to accurately calculate how much feed your horse should be getting.
Horse Trailer Hauling--Choose the Vehicle to Haul Your Horse Trailer Created: Tuesday, February 14, 2006 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
Learn to choose the right vehicle to haul your horse trailer. Safely tow your gooseneck or tag-along horse trailer with these tips and recommendations for safe horse trailer hauling.
Colic in Horses FAQs - What Causes Colic in Horses? Created: Wednesday, November 23, 2005 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
Learn the many causes of colic in horses and ponies and what management and heath factors contribute to colic.
Hay For Horses FAQs - Are there Altenatives to Hay? Created: Wednesday, June 29, 2005 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
Find out what you can feed your horse or pony if hay is in short supply or is poor quality. A brief guide to alternative fodders for horses and ponies.
Hay For Horses FAQs - Can My Horse Live on Hay Only? Created: Wednesday, June 29, 2005 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
Find out if hay fills the nutritional requirments of horses or ponies. Learn if you should feed your horse or pony grain, vitamin, or mineral supplements.
Fly Spray Recipes for Horses Created: Monday, May 14, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
Find fly spray recipes for horses using common household ingredients and natural essential oils, as well as products and ingredients you should not use to repel flies on your horses.
Choosing and Using Horse Grooming Tools Created: Tuesday, March 13, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
Learn what basic grooming tools you'll need for your horse. From brushes to hoof picks here is what should be in your grooming tote to keep your horse clean and healthy.
Circle Y Treeless Saddle - Reader Reviews About.com Readers Review Treeless Saddles Created: Monday, May 14, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
About.com Horses reader reviews the Circle Y Treeless saddle and suggests it's a great saddle for mules.
Horse Manure Storage and Composting Created: Monday, May 07, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 07, 2012
Learn what to do with horse manure including creating a manure pile, composting and storing in bins or tips. Learn why manure management is important to your horse's and the environment's health.
Collecting and Enjoying Model Horses Created: Saturday, April 14, 2012 Updated: Saturday, May 05, 2012
Many horse owners also love collecting model horses as well. Learn how to get started in the hobby of collecting model horses and learn how to value, customize and enjoy your model horse collections.
Learn to Jump Created: Tuesday, April 10, 2012 Updated: Saturday, May 05, 2012
Whether you ride English or western it is handy to know how to safely go over a small jump. Here is how to get started in jumping no matter what style of riding you enjoy.
Horse Glossary Definition - Glossary Definition of Brushing Created: Wednesday, December 13, 2006 Updated: Saturday, May 05, 2012
The definition of brushing as used when discussing horses and ponies. Learn the meaning of brushing. Horse glossary definition.
Definition of Concentrates Created: Monday, June 27, 2005 Updated: Thursday, May 03, 2012
The meaning of the word concentrates as used when discussing horses or ponies. What are concentrates?
How to Clean Your Saddle Pads, Blankets and Horse Rugs, Coolers and Sheets Created: Friday, April 27, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, May 01, 2012
If it's time to clean your horse's fabric made gear such as saddle pads, blankets, coolers, rugs or sheets here are some helpful tips to get the job done easily.
Dog Gone Smart Horse Wear Stable Sheet - Review Created: Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Updated: Monday, April 30, 2012
A review of the Dog Gone Smart Horse Wear Stable Sheet with nanotechology. About.com Horses Guide Kathy Blocksdorf reviews Dog Gone Smart Horse Wear Stable Sheet.
Learn About Pigeon Fever in Horses Created: Thursday, April 26, 2012 Updated: Thursday, April 26, 2012
Learn all about Equine Pigeon Fever. Learn about equine Botulism Poisoning and the causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention.
How to Tie Up a Horse Hay Net Safely Created: Thursday, April 05, 2007 Updated: Wednesday, April 25, 2012
This how to article will teach you how to tie a hay net safely to prevent your horse from becoming entangled. Learn how to tie your hay net so that it stays out of reach of pawing hooves and legs. ...
Teaching Your Horse Ground Manners - Moving Sideways Created: Tuesday, September 19, 2006 Updated: Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Train your horse to move away from you and respond to pressure. Learn to train your horse to move away from you to improve ground manners and as preparation to teaching turns on the forehand, side-...
Train Your Horse to do a Half-Pass Created: Tuesday, September 19, 2006 Updated: Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Train your horse to do a half-pass. Teach your horse to be obedient to leg aids for a safer and more comfortable ride.
How to Get Off or Dismount From a Horse Created: Tuesday, October 24, 2006 Updated: Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Learn how to safely dismount a horse after riding. This how-to describes how to get off of a horse from an English or Western saddle.
Learn to Canter or Lope Your Horse Created: Tuesday, March 07, 2006 Updated: Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Learn how to cue your horse or pony to canter or lope, and how to ride a canter or lope. Learn how to use your legs, hands and body while cuing and riding the lope or canter.
How to Lead Your Horse or Pony Safely Created: Wednesday, December 21, 2005 Updated: Wednesday, April 25, 2012
How to lead your horse or pony safely. Learn how to cue your horse or pony to walk quietly beside you.
How to Fold a Horse Blanket, Cooler, Rug, or Sheet Created: Thursday, August 25, 2005 Updated: Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Learn how to fold your horse’s or pony’s blankets, rugs, sheets, and coolers so they are easy to put on or store.
Am I Told Old to Ride or Own a Horse? Created: Wednesday, April 18, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Can you finally afford the time and money it takes to enjoy a horse but fear you're too old to handle or ride a horse? Here are tips for those of us who are of a 'certain age' but still want to lea..

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