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  • Horse Hoof Abscess 101: Causes, Symptoms and Recovery

    An abscess is a pocket of pus. When an abscess appears in a horse’s hoof, the horse suddenly becomes lame and may even lift the affected hoof off the ground. Horses usually get abscesses in just one hoof at a time but it is possible to get abscesses in all four hooves if the horse […]

    January 27, 2022
  • Racing

    Horse racing is one of the oldest disciplines of horse riding in all of history with intense anticipation, thundering sound of pounding hooves, and adrenaline like nothing else.  It’s quick; it’s fast; and it’s powerful!  They may be sticklers for the rules, but when you’re out for #1, we can see why! What is Horse […]

    January 27, 2022
  • Meet the Mongolian Horse – A Time Capsule Breed

    The Mongolian horse, also known as the Mongolian pony is perhaps the oldest breed of horse. It is a tough and hearty breed, reserved in a time capsule that has changed very little over thousands of years. Although categorized as a horse, this sturdy beast is of pony size and comes in all different colors. […]

    January 27, 2022
  • Wobblers in Horses 101: Causes, Symptoms, and Recovery

    Known by many different names, Wobblers in horses is not a singular disease, but a term that refers to many neurological ailments that can severely affect the gait and strength of a horse. Wobblers is distinguished by damage to the spinal cord and could be caused by several possibilities, including having a genetic predisposition. Although […]

    January 27, 2022
  • Rudy Lynwood, Author at Todays Equine

    Image by PixabayIf you’re seeking to find the best gifts for horse lovers, you and I are in the same boat. I have a few dear friends who are passionate about horses, so it’s usually safe to follow that theme. Since live animals, saddles, riding boots, and the like are outrageously expensive, not everyone can […]

    January 27, 2022
  • Meet the American Quarter Horse

    The Quarter horse, a breed with Spanish and Thoroughbred influences, is a truly remarkable animal with a fascinating history. Its name was inspired from its ability to spring roughly ¼ times faster than other horse breeds. America’s most cherished breed was created for the purpose of competing in quarter races several centuries ago but it […]

    January 27, 2022
  • The Warmblood Horse – Definition and Characteristics

    With a stormy past, today’s warmblood horse breeds are usually bred for equestrian sports but are extremely versatile – in fact, they are the most adaptable type of horse known to man. Their most distinguishable traits are a pleasant temperament and well-muscled bodies. Warmblood horses can be used for: Light work; Dressage; Racing; General Riding; […]

    January 27, 2022
  • Alfalfa Hay – Tips and Tricks for the Best Equine Nutrition

    Alfalfa hay is one of the most nutritious foods you can offer your horses. However, poor practices can affect the quality and nutritional value of these plants. To make sure you get top quality alfalfa hay, you will have to harvest the plants at the right time and store them appropriately. There are several ways […]

    January 27, 2022
  • Deep Connection: The Art & Science of Riding with Barbara Koot

    Sometimes we lose focus of what’s important in riding.  We get so focused on the fame or the prize that we lose sight of the most important part:  the connection with the horse.  Barbara Koot was at the height of her career when she learned the immense power of the connection between horse and rider. […]

    January 27, 2022
  • Palomino Horse: The Golden One

    The palomino is not a horse breed, but a coat color — a stunning, golden color. Technically, it is a genetic color in horses, the result of a cream dilution gene that produces a beautiful chestnut base coat along with the cream color. A palomino horse has a gold coat and a white or ivory […]

    January 27, 2022
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