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Horses can be taught to response to verbal commands. They are able to pick up certain words and tones in the voice. It’s a great way to help your horse understand what you want from him. Short words can be used on the ground, such as when leading or lunging, and even in the saddle....

The fields are muddy and it’s been raining non-stop! You better keep a outlook for bacteria. Scratches, a common skin condition seen in horses, is quick to attack when the weather is muddy, rainy, windy, and cold. The natural oils of the skin are stripped from the harsh conditions. Find out how you can fight...

There could be lots of reasons why you need a professional-looking picture of your horse. If he is for sale, a great shot will draw more attention to his ad. Taking pictures can also be just for fun! It’s a good way to hold onto memories. It isn’t always easy, but follow these simple steps...

Picking out a horse’s hooves can be a daunting task when you’re new to riding. It has been said that unless you’ve cleaned over 100 hooves than you are still a beginner. Many experienced equestrians could even struggle with the task and become unsafe. Find out the proper way to get a clean hoof every...

Many beginners need to learn their way around the barn before they can consider owning a horse. Stall cleaning is just one of the many things to master before you can label yourself an equestrian. Every good horsewoman knows that riding is just one part of owning and caring for horses. Follow these steps and...

It’s a great idea to weigh your horse periodically. There will be many times when you’ll have to provide an estimated weight, such as when deworming, determining feed amount, and for weight management. You might not have the appropriate horse weight tape or even a scale, but that’s no problem. This way is simple and...