~ Putting on (and taking off) a Horse's Bridle ~ by Adrianne Lake Placing a bridle on a horse may look easy - and it is when you know how. But this basic task can still be unbelievably daunting to the novice … [Read more...]
Horse Care and Ownership
How to be a responsible and knowledgable horse or stable owner, boarder and equestrian. Learn about: daily horse and pony care, horse ownership expenses, boarding stables, breeds, equine history, various disciplines, basic anatomy, hoof care, horse equipment and products and seasonal equine needs.
How to Saddle a Horse
~ An Introduction to Saddling Up Your Horse ~ by Adrianne Lake After the grooming process is complete, it is time to saddle up. This may seem difficult if you have never done it before but with a little practice … [Read more...]
How to Lead a Horse or Pony
This article explains the proper procedure for leading horses. Includes safety and troubleshooting tips, common mistakes, and detailed explanations of how to lead, turn, stop and back up your horse or pony from the … [Read more...]
How to Halter a Horse or Pony
Every horse owner must know how to halter horses and ponies. This article explains what a halter is, how to put one on a horse or pony, and how to size a halter. by Adrianne Lake You'll quickly discover that … [Read more...]
How to Groom a Horse
How to Groom a Horse or Pony by Adrianne Lake Grooming the horse is important for a number of different reasons. It helps create a bond with the horse, and it allows you to become familiar with the horse's body … [Read more...]
How to Pick Up a Horse Hoof
By Jeffrey Rolo The idea of picking up a horse's hooves can intimidate some owners since a well-placed horse kick would really hurt! Such caution is good, but in reality if you pick up a horse's hoof properly you … [Read more...]
The Equine Redemption
A friend of mine was looking to buy a horse that could be a backyard horse for her and her son to ride around and be friends with. She didn't want to spend a lot of money, so I suggested we go to the local auction to see … [Read more...]
How to Buy a Horse at Auction
Is it possible to buy a decent horse, at a decent price, at a public auction? Yes - providing you follow a few commonsense buying tips. Buying a Horse at Public Auction by Dale Anderson Let me share a short story … [Read more...]
Standardbred Horse Adoption
Although horse racing is a multi-billion dollar industry it is astonishing to discover that many racehorses are left with no place to go except the slaughterhouse. Thousands of Standbred horses in North America have … [Read more...]
Arabian Horse Breed
Description and Characteristics of the Arabian Horse: The Arabian (or Arab) is a horse of exceptional beauty, elegance, grace, intelligence, balance, agility, speed and stamina. This magnificient horse breed has been … [Read more...]