Category:Farm Animals

Many countless hours are dedicated to watching horse races and competitions that showcase certain activities that horses have the ability to perform. Some of the activities have the tendency to place more stress and strain on the joints of a horse than what mother nature had intended. The normal life cycle of a horse normally …
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Lunging is a popular way to exercise a horse and teach him proper form. When lunging a horse, you can see the horse from the side, allowing you to judge whether his form is correct or still needs work. The method of lunging is also used to develop the skills of new riders, because the …
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Loping (or Western cantering) a horse is one of the most popular paces for riding a horse. Mostly used for western riding, it is known for being a comfortable pace for riders and horses alike. Once you master the lope, it’s likely to become your favorite gait when riding your horse. Here’s how to lope …
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It is quite simple to create a horseshoe pit that can be enjoyed by everyone. The game of horseshoes has been around for a long time and is a good game to enjoy with friends and family. There are just a couple of things that will be needed to create a horseshoe pit. The first …
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There are many different types of bits that are used to train and guide horses. One of the most commonly used bits is the snaffle bit. It is essentially a bit bar with two rings, one on each side; this is usually attached to a bridle. This type of snaffle bridle is typically used in …
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Buying a great horse is not an easy business for a first time buyer.  Purchasing a horse is a great investment of time and monetary resources.  Unlike a goldfish you can just leave in a fish tank, feed twice and clean weekly, maintaining horses require space, lots of feeding and exercising—in short, a great deal …
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A concerted and urgent effort to address the issue of slaughtering retired and old racehorses got the attention of the U.S. Congress and Senate and finally won the legal proceedings it deserved resulting in a law banning the slaughter or sale-for-slaughter of racehorses. On June 29, 2007, the last and final horse slaughterhouse was closed. …
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Saddles, more popularly called an equestrian saddle, help both the horse and the rider make a pleasurable experience out of a journey, provided they have been both perfectly fitted. Buying a miniature horse saddle will not be a simple grab-and-go trip to the store. It is most practical to bring the child as well as …
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Horses are herbivores. They are grazers and love to eat plants and grass. They can graze on grass for as long as seventeen hours a day. They enjoy hay, oats, fruits and root crops. They also need salt to aid in their digestion. There are two categories of horses: thoroughbreds and working horses. Thoroughbreds are …
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A western saddle (also used in western movies) is designed for comfort when a rider has to go on horseback for long hours. It is basically used for western riding, adopted from the saddles of vaqueros, those early horse and cattle trainers and handlers from Mexico. The western saddle is a working saddle, providing security …
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