What Are the Treatments for Stomach Ulcers in Horses?

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Stomach ulcers are not uncommon in horses and foals, as it is estimated that about 50 percent of foals and 30 percent of adult horses confined to stalls have mild ulcers. Severe ulcers are more prevalent among show horses and racehorses. Most mild stomach ulcers heal without treatment, though when n

Information on Horse Transport

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At some point you will need to get your horse from point A to point B, whether you are going to a veterinary clinic or having to evacuate for a disaster. There are a variety of ways to transport, or ship, your horse based on your situation.

The Trouble with Long Hair - Equine Cushing's Disease

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As summer sets inmost horses have shed their winter coats.But some older horses are still clinging to their winter coat. Some have not shed it at all. Failure to shed the winter coat is a good indication that a horse has Cushing's disease.

The Benefits of Using Training Aids When Lunging

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Lunging can often seem like a chore and yet it should be looked upon as an opportunity to improve your horse's athleticism and way of going. Although we usually associate it with the long winter nights, it is just as useful in the summer, and could be incorporated into your horse's routine

How to Clean Light Oil Western Saddles

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Light oil western saddles are most popular for horse show classes such as western pleasure and horsemanship. Light oil leather saddles are a show ring favorite because they are highly attractive and often are decorated with heavy tooling and silver. However, these same attributes make them fairly fr

How to Pick the Right Size Australian Saddle

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Many riders have discovered the security and comfort of the Australian saddle, but it can be difficult for newcomers to find the right size saddle. An Australian saddle combines elements of the traditional Western saddle--including the saddle horn---with the light weight of the classic English saddl

Starting at the Right Point

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Over and over again I have seen people start at the wrong point in working with horses; I don't know if that person feels that they know enough to start further on down the program or if they just don't really understand how to approach the entire project correctly. Either way they have st

How to Train a Horse to Stop

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Horses and Hard Ground - How to Reduce the Impact of Hard Ground on Horses

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Watering the ground - Another technique is literally to water the ground (think of a giant watering can on a tractor). The problem here is that it takes a huge amount of water to make a difference - imagine how much water comes down when it rains.

Photo of Ginger

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Horse photo gallery of About Horses and Ponies readers' horses and ponies. This online album contains photos of readers horses and ponies. Horse pictures and digital artwork. Submit your horse photo for inclusion in the My Horse Photo Gallery. Enjoy these horse photos and stories. Photo of Ging

How Much Food Is The Right Amount For Your Horse?

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Though it would certainly be nice if there was a full proof template for feeding a horse, unfortunately one does not exist. Simply put, you have to take these things on a case by case basis.

Shot? That's an Elephant Dart - Accepting Shots

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Shots are a tough subject for horses. Let's face it, no matter what you say, shots hurt and that makes the horses fear justifiable. However, just like people, there are horses that are over dramatic and they need to learn that this small pain is not going to kill them. We cannot tell them they

How to Break in a New Western Saddle

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A new Western saddle is large, unwieldy and made of stiff leather that doesn't easily conform to your body or that of your horse. To break in a new Western saddle, you'll need to focus on getting that leather as soft and pliable as possible, while ensuring that there is enough protection between you

How to Jump Your Horse

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Jumping a horse demands excellent timing, balance and coordination from both the rider and the horse.

Diagnosing Navicular Disease in Horses

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Navicular disease affects a great many horses, causing pain and intermittent lameness that becomes more severe over time. In short, no horse owner wants to hear that their horse has navicular disease or navicular syndrome, as it is also known as. Sadly, navicular disease is not curable.

Meet the World's Oldest Breed - The Arabian Horse

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A profile of the beautiful and versatile Arabian Horse. Learn about the characteristics, history and celebrities of the Arabian Horse breed.

How to Lace Tread Wear Leather on Stirrups

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The saddle is one of the most important elements to take into consideration in terms of horseback riding safety. Without a well-maintained saddle, horseback riding can become very dangerous. Stirrup tread leathers protect the metal or plastic of the stirrup from wear and also provide traction for th

Horse Anatomy: Front Legs

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How to Put a Hackamore Bit Together

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A headstall is a necessary tool for controlling your horse during a ride, but many horses object to traditional bits. A hackamore bit is a style of bridle that fits over the horse's nose, rather than in its mouth, and allows you to control the animal without putting pressure on sensitive gum tissue.

Braiding Horse Hair: The Benefits for Your Horse

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Braiding horse hair can really improve the appearance of your horse. If you are going to show your horse braiding the mane is pretty much a requirement. While most people will braid the hair because they like the way that it looks there are in fact benefits to your horse as well.