Category: Horses

Do you need to blanket your horse? In most cases, the answer is no because the horse makes his own blanket, a hair coat that is long enough and t

At some point in its training, something will startle or frighten an energetic, horse and he will rear or pull back or run sideways while the tra

Jigging, or that half-prance that horses do when they want to set the pace for the ride, and you attempt to change it is often caused by nervousn

It is not uncommon for a horse to become skeptical of elevated items close to them as most feel that they are vulnerable to attack from the side

Tetanus is a neuromuscular disease that causes paralysis, rigidity and, often, death in horses. Toxins released from the bacteria clostridium tet

Ground-tying teaches horses to have more respect of the human and patience. Your horse learns an enhanced respect for you, no matter where you ar

Tails are vital communication centers for your horse, relaying messages about moods, health, energy, and locomotion. Whether wispy or luxurious,

A zorse, zonkey or hebra sound like creatures in a Dr. Seuss book, but they are real animals. A zorse is a cross between a zebra stallion and a horse

Donkeys come in a variety of sizes from the Miniature Mediterranean that is under 36 inches,  to the elegant Mammoth Jackstock that is 14 ha

Maybe you’re being too friendly or nice with your horse. Let’s look at it from the human perspective. First, how serious is it that your horse ge