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Stone Bruises in Horses 101: Causes, Symptoms, Recovery

Few horse owners have encountered a more disturbing problem than stone bruises in horses because it causes lameness. Lame horses will have no choice but to sit idle in the stall or the paddock, and...

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Diarrhea in Horses 101: Causes, Treatment, and Recovery

Most images of horses involve running, jumping or simply grazing in an open meadow. From such scenes, it is hard to imagine these steeds in anything but excellent health. Yet equines suffer all sorts...

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Moon Blindness in Horses 101: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Moon blindness is the common term for a condition in horses that most health professionals now call “equine recurrent uveitis (ERU)”. This chronic, painful disorder is the most frequent cause of...

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Tetanus in Horses 101: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Horses are very susceptible to tetanus. It is a very serious disease that usually ends with the horse dying from it or being euthanized. Fortunately, there are ways to prevent and treat the disease....

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Rearing Horse: All You Need to Know

Whether you are a novice or an experienced rider, a rearing horse can lead to dangerous situations. Horses that rear can go up too high, resulting in the horse losing his balance and falling over...

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10 World Equestrian Games You Should Know About

Ever consider that your horse could do more than stand in his stall and walk around the padlock? Perhaps you should consider the electrifying world of competitive sports designed just for horse and...

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5 Horse Treat Recipes to Use for Your Equines

Horse treats are a great way to reward your equine friend and make their day more enjoyable. They are helpful when you are trying to train your horse or just want to give your horse a tasty treat. You...

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Spanish Horse Breeds: 11 Splendid Equines from Spain

Ever wondered how many Spanish horse breeds are there? You might be surprised to find out there are more than 20 breeds of horses and ponies that originate from Spain alone. The ancient continent...

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A Guide to Horse Trotting: Patterns & Speeds

Horse trotting is the name of the specific rhythmic gait that is highly appreciated in a multitude of equine competitions and events. It is considered one of the most stable gaits, requiring little...

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Pros & Cons of Using the Martingale Horse Tack

There are two main types of martingale horse tack: Running and standing. Each of them has its own specifications and uses, but their main purpose is to control the horse’s head movements. This not only...

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The Akhal Teke Horse – The Prettiest Horse in the World

The Akhal Teke horse originates from and is the national emblem of Turkmenistan. It is considered one of the oldest breeds of horses that still exists today, the most beautiful, and resilient. They...

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Meet the Percheron Horses – France’s Reliable War Ally

Percheron horses are cold-blooded equines that thrive in challenging environments. They love to work but really thrive when performing in front of large crowds. They are considered calm even for...

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Meet the Paso Fino Horses – Caribbean’s Lightest Walkers

Saying Paso Fino horses are naturally gaited would be an understatement, given foals a few hours old can perform their famous four-beat gait. After all, even their name stands as proof of a smooth...

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Race Horse Names: Legacy of Horse Racing

Race horse names are a hot topic as the Kentucky Derby that took place on May 7th has concluded. It has been an entertaining event, as always, and certainly a very colorful one as far as race horse...

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Top 10 Brands of Saddle Shoes for 2018

Saddle shoes are not just for sock hops and costume parties. They are a popular type of oxford shoe that many men, women, and children wear. The style originated in Europe in the 1800s and continues to...

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Top 8 Brands of Saddle Soap for 2018

Saddle soaps are a blend of lanolin, glycerin, and other cleansing ingredients used to keep leather clean. Saddle soap does not have to be only used for saddles and tack gear, but any leather...

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Tribute Horse Feed Review

Caring for your horse is as important to you as caring for a child. One of the essential components to having a healthy equine is finding the proper food. Like humans, horses have special dietary needs...

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Last Chance Corral Review

Horses are a special type of animal that requires extra attention and care. Not just anyone can have a horse. There are specific housing and feeding requirements, health examinations and afflictions....

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Corriente Saddles Review

Horseback riding is something that you can do as a hobby or competitively. Some folks enjoy having a horse around to do some light trail riding with, while others love the thrill of barrel racing or...

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Billy Cook Saddle Review

Most horse owners will, at some point in time, run into the debate about Billy Cook saddles with some riders on horse forums extolling their virtues, while others on the forum may have a less sanguine...

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