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Horses - Breeds, A To Z -
mgrcentral (890)    A horse is a horse of course of course. Right? Well, not exactly. There are more breeds of horses than Carter has liver pills. We're just going to touch on a few examples here, otherwise we're going to need a book about 2000 pages long. For example, and we'll just start with the letter A, there... ( added 2 years 96 days ago.) |
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Horses - The Lipizzaners -
mgrcentral (890) Some History of the Lipizzaners The aristocratic Lipizzaners are descended from the Iberian Horse, which is the oldest breed in the world. Iberians were used as war horses from 4000 years before Mohammed, when camels were used as mounts in warfare and their Lipizzaner descendants today are... ( added 2 years 96 days ago.) |
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Draft (Draught) Horses - Percherons -
mgrcentral (890) History Although the exact origins of the Percheron have been lost over the years, there are several different beliefs about their roots. There are those who believe that this large draft horse is descended from the original horses of the Ice Age. Still others think that it's closely related to... ( added 2 years 96 days ago.) |
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So You Want to Buy a Horse? ... Are You Sure? -
Jennie Williams (17)  You have dreams of racing across the hills with the wind whipping at you, and the excitement boiling up inside to the point that you overflow with the sheer joy of living. You want the freedom to go anywhere and do anything, at any speed through any obstacle. You want to race the waves on the... ( added 2 years 103 days ago.) |
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It’s More than Just Dirt: How to Choose the Correct Round Pen Footing -
E. Landers (420)    E. Landers Just as you wouldn’t put down a dirt floor in your bathroom, there are certain issues you should think through when deciding what type of footing to use in your round pen. Too often we don’t give this enough thought, or tend to go with the cheapest option, only to have to redo it or pay for our... ( added 2 years 108 days ago.) |
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Metal Panels Aren’t Your Only Round Pen Solution -
E. Landers (420) E. Landers It is thought that the horse’s memory is second only to the elephant’s. What does that mean for you? Well, simply put, any mistake that you make will likely never be forgotten. That said, the Round Pen is truly the place where both you and your horse learn to speak each other’s language. With... ( added 2 years 120 days ago.) |
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What is Round Pen Training? -
E. Landers (420) E. Landers © 2006 E. Landers In recent years, “natural” horsemanship trainers have brought round pen training into forefront when it comes to training horses. This type of training employs the round pen to build a basic foundation or to re-train an older horse instead of using traditional methods.... ( added 2 years 120 days ago.) |
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The Benefits of Therapeutic Horseback Riding -
Elizabeth Clinton (49) Since the dawn of time, mankind has had an interesting relationship with animals. In some ways, the history of modern man is intimately linked to our interaction with animals. Dogs, for instance, have long been considered man's best friend. Any dog owner will gladly confirm this for you. Cats... ( added 2 years 137 days ago.) |
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How to groom your horse -
Bjorn T (38) Grooming means taking care of the physical maintenance of the horse. The sight of a well-groomed horse gives immense pleasure to true horse lovers. The process of grooming also brings the owner close to the horse, who in turn gets the feeling of being taken care of. The horse is an incredible... ( added 2 years 336 days ago.) |
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Utah Quarter Horse Association Kicks Off Horse Race Season with Fun for the Family -
Debra Labelle (105) Salt Lake City, Utah – Get ready to make tracks to the Laurel Brown Equestrian Park in South Jordan to witness the fastest sport on earth. The Utah Quarter Horse Association (UQHA) prepares to kick off its 2005 racing season with five race days in Utah, running April 30th – June 18th. The UQHA... ( added 3 years 96 days ago.) |
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Animal Cruelty Down On the Farm – Not To Be Read By Animal Lovers -
kacycarr (7,713)    kacycarr I have just had the most harrowing experience of my life, which has not only left me mentally disturbed, but opened my eyes to how man can be so callous towards animals (not all.) In a way I am glad to have witnessed the gruesome scenes of animal cruelty to eliminate any disbelief I had that such... ( added 23 days 11 hours ago.) |
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Where can I find certified Instructors for Horse Carriage Driving in the UK? -
Ellen Schmidt (252) Where can I find certified Carriage Driving Instructors in the UK? Horse carriage driving is one of the fastest growing equestrian sports. It is a very rewarding and occupying out-doors activity in which the whole family can get involved. There are no age restrictions really, you need... ( added 34 days 23 hours ago.) |
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How To Safely Load a Horse By Yourself -
 - Tasha Scott (12) On too many occasions I have found myself alone, loading a horse that really doesn't want to. I have found a way that works with almost all horses. AND keeps you safely out of the trailer. First you are going to need a lunge line or long rope. Attach this to your horses' halter and then up... ( added 97 days 14 hours ago.) |
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Finding Fun Horse Games to Play -
- Terry Powell (555) Are you looking for horse games to play? You might be an expert equestrian or a non-rider who simply loves horses. In either case, there are many different kinds of games that you can play with your friends. You can even choose between actual games and online horse games. Club Games You may... ( added 104 days 18 hours ago.) |
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So You Want to Breed your Mare... -
Monique Myers (60) You have the perfect sweet mare and you know (or hope) that she will be a perfect mama. She has good confirmation, is well behaved, learns easily and quickly and is very willing to please. Or maybe she is just not ridaeble due an injury but not in pain and well enough to carry a foal to term. How... ( added 132 days 9 hours ago.) |
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Horse worms -- A Threat to Our Horses' Health? -
Ellen Schmidt (252) Internal or endo-parasites in horses are an ever present threat that might cause severe health problems, if not kept under control. There are over 60 helminthic parasite species known to choose horse as host, and a horse can be infested with several different worm species at a time. Therefore... ( added 170 days 21 hours ago.) |
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Ray Vierra: Bitterroot Valley Craftsman Sworn To Traditional Saddle Making -
- Brian D'Ambrosio (368)  Brian D'Ambrosio Ray Vierra’s work is thorough and assiduous. A conscientious craftsman, he brings a concerted effort and tough-as-nails love to comply with the inelastic requirements of the long-established profession he’s dedicated himself to. Vierra is a saddle maker. To him, saddles are more than just... ( added 217 days 15 hours ago.) |
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A Fit Horse is Essential for Safe Carriage Driving -
Ellen Schmidt (252) ...and to get a horse fit can be a real battle. It requires self discipline from you and a lot of hard work for both, you and your horse. What does fitness actually mean? A horse shows no signs of distress during work and is able to do the tasks you ask for. Its health status is not affected by... ( added 272 days 22 hours ago.) |
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Heavy Draft Horse Breeds in the UK -
Ellen Schmidt (252) The Shire Horse, the Clydesdale, the Suffolk Punch and the Percheron are the four heavy horse breeds recognized in the United Kingdom. In former times heavy horses had been used for pulling loads and as the "heart" of transportation. Tractors and lorries haven't been invented yet, only after... ( added 275 days 19 hours ago.) |
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What Kind of Horse Bedding Should I Use? -
Ron Petracek (480) Stall bedding for your horse serves several functions. Like its name suggests, it is to encourage the horse to “bed down" or lie down to sleep. Doing so, takes some of the pressure off the horse’s legs and joints. Even when standing, a horse’s legs are cushioned under his bedding. Bedding also... ( added 302 days 13 hours ago.) |
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What is Good Equine Conformation? -
Ron Petracek (480) Conformation—the way a horse is put together—will determine not only how sound a horse remains throughout his life, but will also determine to what extent he will excel at his particular discipline. While some points of conformation vary with the type of horse and what job he is doing, there are... ( added 302 days 14 hours ago.) |
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Your First Horse Riding Lesson -
Ron Petracek (480) When their first riding lesson is nearly at hand, students often wonder what type of horse they will get and what they will be expected to accomplish. It’s understandable that some students have anxiety as they wonder what to expect. Most students worry particularly about their intended... ( added 302 days 14 hours ago.) |
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Alpaca Diseases - How to Protect Your Herd -
Debby McCandless (588) Alpacas are hardy animals and do not become ill easily. When they do, they are very stoic and you may not know they are ill until it's to late. Prevention is always the best way to protect your herd. One of the most horrific alpaca diseases an alpaca can get is meningeal worm. This parasite... ( added 316 days 3 hours ago.) |
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"Power of Observation" Your Most Powerful Tool for Good Horsemanship -
Sherry Jarvis (142)  Sherry Jarvis  The past couple of weeks I have had the privilege of teaching a 4-H group of young horsemen and several other youth seeking more savvy with their horses. These lessons have not only been exciting, but also rewarding. It seems most youth are already very natural around horses. They have the... ( added 338 days 18 hours ago.) |
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Bling in the Ring! - Where is this all headed? -
Ron Petracek (480) Bejeweled brow bands. Etched spurs. Sparkly stirrups. Recent trends are bringing more bling, beyond the colorful saddle pads, into the riding ring. Is it a cute way to express individuality or just plain tacky? Adult amateur dressage rider Jane loves the newly designed saddle pads with... ( added 352 days 15 hours ago.) |
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