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Horse Grooming in Winter

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Look how much dirt came out using that blower! That works great for horses with real thick hair. Has to be feeling really good and refreshed right now. The Importance of Vaccinating and Deworming your Horse
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The Benefits Of Including Green Grass In A Horse's Diet

The Benefits Of Including Green Grass In A Horse's Diet Although a horse can function properly on a hay diet around the year, lets look at it this way, would we ourselves be happy and healthy with a diet that does not have a bit of variety, adds a bit of flavor or a bit of vitamin boost in our lives? The minute green grass is cut to make hay, the vitamin levels automatically drop by up to 80 percent. Vitamins are a most vital organic compound found in green grass and they are necessary in a horse's diet to ensure normal growth and optimum functioning. Benefits of adding green grass in a horse's diet Vitamin E as a component in green grass aids in boosting the immunity of a horse, in reproduction and in vital tissue formation. Horses are very active animals and denying them vitamin E could have adverse effects on their well-being. Whilst one may consider the option of prepared feeds to aid in giving their horse a vitamin E supplement, it is important to note that the...
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9 Interesting Horse facts

9 Interesting Horse facts Most people have the general knowledge and view of horses as strong animals with great sprint. However, there existing facts about horses which are interesting and many people may not be aware of the unknown facts about the animal. 1. Horse laugh A horse may have been seen making an expression that is strange where it curls the upper lip and bares teeth into a grim that is wide. This makes the appearance of the animal to look like it is laughing. In the real sense, it is a special technique of nose-enhancing known as flehmen response. Horses pull the amusing face to direct scents which are floating in air towards special glands known as olfactory which are found in the far end of the nasal passage of the horse. This lip-curling as well as the slight tilting of its head helps the animal to be able to waft the smells towards the glands. Thus, the horse is not laughing, it is trying to determine whether and individual smells bad. 2. H...
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The How and Why of Desensitizing your Horse

The How and Why of Desensitizing your Horse Most horse owners deal with their horse's fear of scary objects or situations by using the process of desensitization, but many do not really understand it. Whenever you interact with your horse, something new will likely be introduced. Horses who spook are simply just uneducated and are reacting determined by their natural nuggets of information to fear different objects, noises, aroma, or touch. Desensitizing is an instrument to educate your horse how to act within the human world to see your guidance while frightened. Desensitizing is not a step, instead, a part of all teaching. Horse trainers who discover it tough to handle horses will have to teach these four lessons to their horse. It does not truly matter if you're instructing a performance horse or a colt, because these lessons are important to the teaching system. Do not let your horse manage you; you have to act as the leader from the herd. Horse instruction is also abou...
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Minnesota Big Woods Frozen Fall

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This State Park is only a few miles from where I live, so we go there quick often. Their are lot's of trails for hiking and exploring hidden in there. It is absolutely gorgeous in all seasons. Last week, took a hike to the falls. It was amazing. Tons of ice frozen over. I was in awwww land. I suppose now this week with all the warm weather. It will start to thaw. I wonder, never have paid attention to it, but how long into Spring it takes, before all the ice is gone. I love having this Minnesota State Park so close to us. Nothing more enjoyable then going out, sitting on a picnic table, with a bag of munchies, cooler full of "refreshments" and sit for hours, watching and listening. The Big Woods in Minnesota
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Should I lunge My Horse

This has been a question of mine. Should I lunge my horse? I have read tons of articles on lunging, and have found out, their are a lot of horse people out there with a lot of different opinions on it. Is it really necessary to lunge everytime before you ride? Or should lunging be mainly used for training purposes? I myself don't feel my horse needs to lunge everytime before a ride, but, maybe it's better for her. Steps in Lunging your Horse
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Steps In Lunging Your Horse

Steps In Lunging Your Horse Why lunge a horse?   It is a better option to lunge a horse as it is an exercise for them. It helps the horse to relax and release it’s extra energy and also enhance its movement in a circle and flexibility abilities. Lunging the horse has many benefits for you as well; you can clearly view their style and get to know their attitude.   Some tips to keep in mind before starting the exercise:   Always stay safe : A horse might get scared during this exercise. It’s better to take safety precautions in case this happens. Use a lunge line that is the size required for you, do not use extra long lines as they can cause a lot of trouble. Wear a riding helmet during this exercise as it can keep you safe in many situations. Don’t be rough: Remember, side reins should be kept loose. If too much force is being applied onto them, your horse won’t be able to move his neck freely and that can initiate anger and agitation--loss of focus. Don’t ...
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