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 27, 2021 | Horse Ownership, Horses, Lacy Hawkins
Besides riding, owners can engage in other activities with their horses. Staying on the ground with the horse gives the animal a chance to get to know the owner by sniffing (of course!) their clothes and body, familiarizing itself with the owner’s size,...
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...
by Lacy Hawkins | Jul 21, 2021 | Horse Care, Horse Health, Horse Ownership, Lacy Hawkins
Horses are highly handy animals that are very active in their peak years. However, once they start aging, they lose a lot in terms of agility and capability. Such horses need specialized attention to keep them healthy and motivated. When caring for an aging horse, it...
by Lacy Hawkins | May 26, 2021 | Horse Ownership, Horses, Lacy Hawkins, Training Your Horse
Breaking a horse is a highly involved but necessary process if you want to ride and command your horse. You can break a horse the gentle way or the hard way, but the latter tends to lead to future disciplinary problems. Breaking a horse gently involves creating a bond...
