While browsing Ebay for saddles, I came across an auction for a English saddle that the seller claimed to be 15 inches, but it really didn’t look that small in the first picture. So I checked out the other pictures and found out they are measuring the wrong way. When measuring a English saddle it should be from the middle of the cantle, to the middle of one of the nail heads on … [Read more...] about How To Measure an English Saddle
Horse Care
7 Reasons To Not Put Fish In Your Trough
Aquarium fish have special water requirements. That is why there are whole shop aisles dedicated to water tests for mineral content, PH levels, disease treatment and water treatments. City water can have chlorine or fluoride. Well water can be too high in mineral content like iron, copper, or sulfur. Fish don't like sudden temperature changes. Depending on the type of fish, … [Read more...] about 7 Reasons To Not Put Fish In Your Trough
5 Horse Behaviors You Should Never Ignore
Resting A Front Foot When relaxed, it is common for a horse to rest it's back foot. However, it is not normal for a horse to hold a front leg in the same way. If your horse is pointing a front toe, holding up it's leg, or standing with one front leg way out in front of another (when not grazing) it can mean they are sore or hurt. It might require a vet visit or it may be an … [Read more...] about 5 Horse Behaviors You Should Never Ignore
Ask These Questions About Trailering Before Heading To A Show
Headed to a horse show? How is your horse going to get there? This seems like a no-brainer if you own your own truck and trailer, but for many people, they must pay to have their horse hauled. If you do not own your own rig, you will want to talk to whoever is hauling your horse. Consider these questions: Will the trainer/instructor be hauling the horses? Does one of the … [Read more...] about Ask These Questions About Trailering Before Heading To A Show
3 Tips On How To Improve Your Horse’s Topline
A common problem for many horse owners is their horse lacks a muscular and smooth topline. While you can't change your horse's conformation, you can improve on what they already have. It is always wise to contact your vet before making changes in your horse's nutrition or workload. Nutrition First, you need to look at your feeding regime. To build muscle, you need … [Read more...] about 3 Tips On How To Improve Your Horse’s Topline