by Lacy Hawkins | Jan 17, 2022 | Horse Health
Horseback riding can be a fun and exciting activity for kids. Before you and your child dive into the wonderful sport of horseback riding, there are a couple of things you should be aware of. The following tips will make horseback riding more fun, safe and enjoyable...
by Lacy Hawkins | Jan 7, 2022 | Horse Care, Horse Health, Horses, Lacy Hawkins
The natural diet of horses comes from the grass, grass stalks, and sundry plants they find when roaming in a natural habitat. Before humans developed an integral relationship with these magnificent creatures, they did not eat grain. Your horse today requires little or...
by Lacy Hawkins | Sep 2, 2021 | Horse Care, Horse Health, Horse Ownership, Horses, Lacy Hawkins
When you think of animals in the water, a horse is not the first to come to mind. However, if introduced to the water properly, horses have a great time swimming! The Horse Fact Book notes that their legs move in a trotting motion to swim, so it is not only fun but a...
by Lacy Hawkins | Aug 17, 2021 | Horse Care, Horse Health, Horses, Lacy Hawkins, Riding
One of the best parts about getting a new horse is regularly taking them for rides. However, most horses should not be ridden daily. Instead, it can be a good idea to give them a break now and then. How often should horses be ridden? This will depend on many factors....
by Lacy Hawkins | Aug 10, 2021 | Horse Care, Horse Health, Horse Ownership, Horses, Lacy Hawkins
For our equine friends, overheating can mean much more than discomfort. It can mean death. Unfortunately, due to inadequate care, far too many innocent horses lose their lives to heatstroke annually. A horse’s average body temperature can lie...
by Lacy Hawkins | Jul 29, 2021 | Horse Care, Horse Health, Horse Ownership, Horses, Lacy Hawkins
As prey animals, horses are keenly aware of their environments and feeling-oriented in their actions. For horses, emotions are information. Their survival depends upon monitoring their surroundings closely and being in continual communication with other members of...
