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Consistency and Time Will Train this Essential Aid by Eleanor Blazer Whoa is the first verbal command a foal hears, and it will be repeated many times over the course of its lifetime. How well the horse responds to whoa depends on training and consistent reinforcement. When teaching a …
“Thumps” is a Sign of Electrolyte Imbalance by Kim Roe Not long ago I heard a strange noise coming from one of my paddocks. Part cough, part grunt, I worried one of my horses might be choking. I found my gelding standing calmly under his tree appearing to hiccup …
A Little Effort Makes a Big Difference by Theresa Rice Dreaming of a Pinterest-worthy barn? Me too. But I don’t have a million dollars lying around for those spotless aisles, stylish lighting, a heated and air-conditioned arena, and endless feet of white fencing enclosing mud-free green pastures. Even though …
Know Your Wraps and How to Apply Them by Eleanor Blazer Protecting a horse’s legs effectively and correctly is a skill every horseman should perfect. No matter the type of protection it must be properly used and applied. The basic wrap categories are: wound bandages, standing wraps, exercise wraps, …
Protect Your Horse Before and During Stress by Beohringer Ingelheim Animal Health Most competitive horses experience quite a few big changes in their lives. They will change barns, find new owners, work with different trainers and learn new skills or disciplines. Upsets in their routine can cause stress, which …
Brightly Colored Plants Healthy for Horses and Humans by Dr. Eleanor Kellon Green drinks are a hot human health craze these days and with good reason. But did you know brightly colored foods are as healthy for your horse as they are for you? Plant polyphenols are natural compounds …
The Story of Will and Grace by Dianna Hubbard Stein Will and Grace have entered the world, and what an unlikely event it was. Shari Burns, stable master of her Wilton, California barn, is no stranger to delivering foals—she lost count around 950. When Elegant Emma N, owned by …
Systematic Training for the Western Horse by Kim Roe Are you interested in the precision, flow, and systematic training of dressage, but enjoy your western saddle, tack, and horse? Well, check out western dressage! As in traditional dressage, western dressage is performed in a 20 by 60-meter arena. Letters …
Math is Essential for Horse Management by Eleanor Blazer Train A, traveling 70 mph, leaves Westford heading toward Eastford, 260 miles away. At the same time Train B, traveling 60 mph, leaves Eastford heading toward Westford. When do the two trains meet? How far from each city do they …
Take Time Before Tacking Up to Improve Performance by Eleanor Blazer Grooming our horses serves a number of functions. It gets the dirt, dust and mud off, improves circulation, the condition of skin and coat, and helps warm up muscles before we ride. It also gives us a chance …