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Information on horse riding lessons

We have compiled a list of horse riding schools and fun riding places. All about horses for kids, teens mums and dads.

Sickness in horses is a concern, but illness that requires surgery is worse. Not only do you have the condition itself to think about, there's the additional worry of what could go wrong under general anaesthetic .

My Horse is Hard To Catch

My Pony is Hard To Catch

How much time have you spent trying to catch your hard to catch horse?. It's time consuming and not much fun at all. Whether your horse is seriously bad to catch or prone to an occasional bout of bad manners, you need to understand why he or she is doing this and develop a plan of action to overcome the problem.

Horse Riding Forums

Come on in and join our free horse forums. Topics such as horse grooming, horse care and horse health. Our horse forum is a must visit site covering free classifieds, stories and tips for those people just starting out in the horse world.

Horse Riding Events

Your Guide To Horse Shows
Ever wondered what some of the events were all about at your local gymkhana?. We have listed each horse riding event and what you need to know about each one.

Horse Rearing

Why Do Horses Rear and How Can You Stop It
A horse rearing is dangerous. Whether you're on the ground or in the saddle. So why do horses rear and how can you stop it and stay safe?. The most important thing with a rearing horse is to ensure that he is not rearing due to being in pain.

Horse Road Safety

Information on horse road safety. Your rights and responsibilities while riding your horse on the road. Anyone can ride a horse on the road, regardless of age, so it pays to know a few road rules and safety tips. Did you know that horses ridden on roads are considered vehicles?. Riding on the road is often unavoidable when we need to get from A to B, but with some common sense and a good knowledge of the road rules, chances of arriving safely are good!

Horse Insurance

Your complete guide to purchasing horse insurance. Do I need horse insurance?. Do you give riding lessons or train horses?. Do you have horses you do not own in your care?. Could your horse kick someone or cause property damage to others?. Your rights and responsibilities when buying horse insurance. Tips and ideas to make sure you have the right horse insurance coverage.

Horse Articles

Tips on horse health and nutrition, grooming and hoof care, feeding horses in a drought. First aid, horse lameness and disease, heart murmurs, horse allergies and lots more.

Navicular Disease in Horses

Navicular disease, also called navicular syndrome or navicular bursitis is one of the most common causes of chronic forelimb lameness in horses. The condition is progressive and, although it may be controlled by treatment, as yet it cannot be cured.

Proud Flesh

What is Proud Flesh When a horse wounds itself granulation tissue covers the area of the wound. New skin cells then grow over this granulation tissue and eventually close the wound. There are many considerations to take into account when dealing with a proud flesh wound on your horse.

Snaffle Bits

Snaffle Bits - How Snaffle Bits Work - Kinds of Snaffle Bits- Buying The Right Bit The snaffle is usually thought of as the simplest and mildest bit. But in fact the name snaffle covers a whole family of bits.

Holidays on Horseback

Horse riding camps and holidays on horseback. Find horse riding holiday centres for children who really love horses. Show jumping, dressage, cross country, horseback riding vacations and riding adventures.

Horse Diseases

Horse diseases. A quick reference guide for horse riders and owners. Hoof problems, bone fractures, and other horse diseases. Website contains some pictures.

Horse Rescue Centres

Find information on horse rescue centres, horses awaiting adoption, rescue abused or neglected horses. Search for a horse rescue centre near you.

All About Horses

Few domestic animals have unquestioned ancestry, but the horse is the exception to the rule. It has a wonderfully complete fossil record which traces it's descent over a period of more than 50 million years.

Leasing a Horse

Thinking about leasing a horse?

If you're thinking about leasing a horse this information is for you. Lets take a look at the pros and cons of leasing and look at what you need to have in order to lease a horse. What's normally involved, and how to make sure you get the most out of the lease should you decide to go ahead and lease.!

Horse Nutrition

Horse Nutrition and Feeding Tips. Advice on feeding the aged horse, feeding during a drought, finding the right feeding requirements for your horse and tips when preparing hard meals.

Standardbreds

What's The Difference Between a Trotter and Pacer

There are two types of Standardbred, the trotter and pacer. As you know when a horse trots it uses the diagonal set of legs (such as near foreleg and offside hindleg) for each stride.

Natural Therapy For Horses

Supplements For Horses

Wild horses are active, healthy and independent as they live in the reasonably balanced environment that nature provides. Most horse owners think of mineral salt supplements for their equines, they usually think in terms of electrolytes, calcium, and iron.

Is Your Horse Overweight?

An overweight horse can be very unhealthy. The number of overweight horses is climbing. Obesity has serious health implications so don't let it get out of control.

Horse Properties

Help Finding Your Dream Horse Property

What could be better than watching your horse graze contently in his own paddock at the bottom of your own garden. What things you should consider when buying a horse property.

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