The short answer is yes! Part of the this wall is similar in composition and function to our fingernails and is constantly growing. The hoof is made up by an outer part called the hoof capsule and an inner living part containing soft tissues and bone. As you can probably guess, the outer part protects the sensitive internal hoof tissues. …
A Social Horse is a Healthy Horse
As social herd animals, horses really need the company of other horses to stay emotionally healthy. Even if you ride it every day, feed it, love it, groom it, play with it, you are still a human and not a horse. And let’s not forget the fact that you will not be there at night or whenever you are at …
Common Saddle Types – Part 2
It’s a good idea to know why different saddles exist and what makes each one useful for specific situations. A few weeks ago, we covered four common saddle types including general purpose, dressage, jumping, and kids saddles. If you missed that post, use this link to check it out. This week we’ll finish up and cover four more types! Hunting …
Common Saddle Types – Part 1
Horse riding and saddles go hand-in-hand! So, we thought we’d share some basic information on common horse saddles. This week we’ll cover 4 types, and we’ll cover a few more in an upcoming post!
Why Do Horses Wear Blinders?
Horses have their eyes at the sides of their heads, which indicates that they are hunted in nature — similar to rabbits, for example — as opposed to the hunters such as cats. So, horses have peripheral vision, which means they can end up running off course unless they are made to remain focused. Blinders are small squares of firm …
A Horse-Approved Homemade Treat
Erica Larson, a news editor and proud horse owner, came up with this horse treat recipe and we decided it was worth sharing with all of you! It was featured in The Horse‘s February 2012 article, Healthy Horse Treats, which provides insight on what to consider when feeding your horses snacks. Since Erica’s horse Dorado loves grapes and raisins, …
Beat the Heat at Dallas Equestrian Center
Summer is right around the corner at Dallas Equestrian Center, know what it takes to maintain a healthy horse during the summer!
Equestrian Summer Fashion!
Since you most likely own a horse and know how to ride one, why not look fashionable while doing it! Below are some examples of what to look for and where to find the best equestrian summer fashion!; before you know it, you’ll be trotting around town in style at the Dallas Equestrian Center Center! Equestrian Collections LAS Helmets Vega …
Horseplay: Proper Equestrian Etiquette
Imagine you arrived at the barn with saddle in hand and you discover that your horse is missing. You panic! Only, you find out that a new rider has borrowed the rose for a drive. Or you are out in the arena and slow riders are in the fast track. Riding is can be fun and safe, so know the …
Coping with muddy trails
Equus Magazine has an interesting piece out on dealing with muddy trails on a ride.
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