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Horse Hair Braiding: Tips for the First Time

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Braiding your horse's hair is something that you can usually do yourself; it is not that hard to learn. That being said there are some things that you are going to want to know before you try it the first time that will make things a lot easier. Beyond these basic tips it is largely just a matt

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Geronimo's Pride

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A collection of About Horses and Ponies readers' horse photos. Browse gallery photos and artwork by alphabetical order. Don't forget to submit your photo or artwork for inclusion in the About Horses and Ponies My Horse Gallery. Geronimo's Pride

How to Find a Registered Appaloosa Owner

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The Appaloosa horse is a "color" breed like paints and palominos, though these days registered Appaloosas are known for their distinctive spotted coat patterns. One of the world's most ancient breeds, American Appaloosas were first bred by the Nez Perce Indians of the Pacific Northwest for their bea

How to Find a Farrier's Price List

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In addition to feeding and housing, good horse care also involves providing good hoof care. This is where a farrier becomes an asset. Farriers specialize in horse hoof care and shoeing. When looking for a farrier, you may find it difficult to find a price list. Farriers tend to advertise their skil

How to Build Horse Stalls

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Horse stalls offer protection and shelter to your horses. Keeping your horse in a stall can help it learn patience if you intend to show your horse. Keeping your horses separate in stalls also prevents them from injuring each other in the pasture and allows you to turn out the horses together that d

Symptoms of Kidney Failure in Horses

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When the kidneys fail, a horse's body stops functioning correctly.horse image by Oleg Tarasov from Fotolia.comKidney failure occurs when the kidneys lose their functionality and fail at their filtration responsibilities. Kidneys are in charge of filtering the blood to send waste and extra...

How to Band a Horse's Mane for a Show

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Preparing for a horse show can be a difficult and time-consuming task. Bathing, grooming, tacking up and practicing all take considerable time and effort to do properly. Many different horse show events, such as reining and barrel racing, allow riders to leave a horse with a long, natural mane and t

How to Customize Your Old Horse Trailer on a Budget

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Horse trailers are used to move horses from one location to another and should be customized to make the traveling as comfortable for the horse as possible. This includes providing cushioning on all sides, including the floor and other safety features, such as a chain behind the horse in its trailer

Can You Restuff Knee Pads in Saddles?

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Knee pads, also called knee rolls, are cushions sewn on the front of some English saddles to add security as well as comfort for the rider. Age or damage to the saddle can compromise the stuffing inside the pads, causing them to flatten or degrade. It is possible, though not always worthwhile, to re

Treatment for Bursitis in Horses

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A bursa is a closed sac lined by a membrane that secretes a lubricating fluid. These sacs are located at strategic points between moving parts and act as cushions to prevent friction and chafing. Bursitis can range from a mild condition to one which becomes septic--the presence of infection. Trauma

Going

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The meaning of the British word going as used when discussing horses or ponies. What is a going and how is it used? Find out the definition of going.

How to Walk a Horse With a Shank

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All horses learn by the theory of applying and releasing pressure. When a horse does what is expected of it, all pressure is released. When a horse misbehaves, pressure is applied. When walking a horse on a lead rope, pressure is applied by tightening and loosening your grip on the lead rope and sha

Demonstration Sport at the 1920 Winter Olympics

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An image gallery of historical Olympic equestrian photos illustrating the history of horse sports in the Olympics. Flat racing demonstration sport at the 1920 Olympics.

How to Care For Your Dream Horse

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Horse Care is something that should be enjoyable for both the owner and the horse. You are not just horsing around because proper horse care will do a great deal on your horse's health and it is a way to monitor the growth and progress of your horse.

Choosing and Fitting the Right Saddles

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Choosing the right horse saddle is not just only the important thing in ensuring your and your horse's health and comfort, but also fitting the saddle properly. Saddles not properly positioned make the horse feel uncomfortable and create muscle and back pain to the rider. It is better to refer

Top Ten Ways To Build Confidence in Your Horsemanship

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Confidence is a foundational cornerstone in horsemanship. Without it, both horse and human are setting themselves up for failure. It is essential that we discuss how to build confidence so that we can set ourselves up for success. No matter what discipline you fancy these tips will help strengthen y

Sell Your Horse in Any Market - Horse Selling 101

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I have been in the horse industry for over twenty years and have sold more than my share of horses, including some for over six figure sale prices. I have purchased most of my horses for resale and have also bred a small number. I hope my insights developed over the years, as both a buyer and as sel

How to Make an Equine Drawing Salve

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There are many chemicals in modern medicines for horses, but once in a while it is nice to reconnect with the past by making your own medicine. This allows you to have complete control over what ingredients you use and know exactly what you are using on your pets. All of the ingredients in this equi