Owning a horse is supposed to be fun. But misunderstanding equine-related legal issues can cause horse owners hassle and heartache, not to mention a lot of expense. Educating yourself about these legalities helps ensure that your involvement with horses...
You’re in the barn aisle tacking up your horse when he ducks his head and expels a harsh, dry cough. Just one, but it gives you pause. He had started munching his evening hay when you arrived at the...
When communicating with your vet, you should consider the following checklist to relay any history and information that might shed light on your horse's respiratory problem.Questions to answer include:Have there been any indications of respiratory illness in other...
If you care for horses on your own place then you have, no doubt, wondered about what to do with that huge mound of manure and stall waste generated by your horse. In fact, one horse can create a...
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Each season brings a unique set of horsekeeping challenges and considerations. It's up to horse owners and caretakers to adapt to their horse's changing needs. Download a seasonal checklist as a reminder of what you need to do to...
Studies show that the leading factor in roadside breakdowns is tires. Additionally, as temperatures cool across the country, tire pressures will decrease. Given these facts, USRider reminds equestrians and others who travel with horses to perform periodic air pressure...
The Washington International Horse Show (WIHS) in Washington, D.C., presents a challenge that few other competitions face. Each year, this prestigious, year-end hunter/jumper show must be built from scratch inside a major city's sports arena. With this comes the...
Even if you’re a horse owner who enjoys the winter season, you have to admit that harsh weather makes horseback riding and barn chores more of a challenge. The cold in the far north can be so extreme that...
You might say the road to the World Equestrian Games begins with trailer loading. After all, if you can’t get a horse on a trailer, it won’t be very easy to get to the numerous competitions needed to qualify...
