Archive for September, 2008
Wednesday, September 24th, 2008
Armed with some good advice, it is easy to administer inexpensive and effective first aid for yourself and your horse, which will prevent mirror injuries from becoming complicated and painful.
A basic kit for home and stable should contain Arnica Ointment, Calendula Ointment, and Chamomile Tea. Most of these are readily ...
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Saturday, September 13th, 2008
Just as you'd stretch your muscles before and after exercise to help prevent injury, it's a good idea to do the same for your horse, especially if he's just beginning a conditioining program after an extended break and is a bit sore. Stretching is also an effective diagnostic tool to ...
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Tuesday, September 9th, 2008
Every horseowner wants their horse to look it's best.
A shiny coat is a big part in that not only does it look good, but a shiny coat is an indication that a horse is in good health. To achieve a glossy coat that's full of lustre it takes a bit ...
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Wednesday, September 3rd, 2008
Canter leads
Getting the right one is important. But what is a canter lead and how do you get the right one? What if your horse has difficulty getting the right one?
What is a Canter Lead?
The canter is a three beat gait, and the horse can canter with either the left ...
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