Horse-Blogs

Horse riding on your hen weekend is a beautiful way to see the luscious countryside on your last weekend of freedom. Whether you've never ridden before or you know your trot from your canter, this is an experience that suits all levels of ability. Now that the summer months are ahead why not think about taking your closest friends horse riding for your hen weekend?

Arizona is the perfect place for equestrians. From scenic trail rides to the country's best boarding facilities, discover everything this state has to offer horse lovers!

There may be features that you like or dislike, but you at least need to know which imperfections are tolerable and fixable on used horse trailers and which ones are deadly and to be avoided at any cost. When you go to see used horse trailers, make note of the surroundings. If the seller's barn, fences and pastures are in ill repair, it is likely his used horse trailer is too.

The Exmoor is the last survivor of the Celtic ponies from the Pleistocene Age and one of the oldest equine breeds in the world. This ancient breed of pony is mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1085, Exmoors are believed to have existed during the Bronze Age. It is exceptionally strong and hardy with great powers of endurance.

Horseback riding lessons are a great way to connect with nature. Once you are used to riding a horse, you'll find it quite exhilarating and even relaxing. You'll experience special bond between yourself and the horse that your ancestors enjoyed for thousands of years.

The word dressage is derived from the French word meaning training. Its origins can be traced back over 2000 years, when the Greeks used dressage as a means of training for war. During that time, fighting on horseback is advantageous and so it was very important for the horse to be in sync with its rider. Dressage would entail movements such as pirouettes, piaffes, and courbettes -- those which can be used in the battlefield.

When you train a horse, you will use your natural aids of hands, voice, weight and legs. Besides those tools, you may find the use of artificial aids beneficial, specifically the crop and spurs. Here is a brief discussion about how they work.

Horse Saddle: I am the lovely piece of work placed on the back of horses for riders to sit upon. I ensure stability for both riders and horses, and distribute the weight of riders evenly. I come in several forms, numerous enough to make your head spin.

If your horse has developed a bad behaviour, how long should it take to correct? What type of training is best? This article gives 4 tips about how to create positive changes in your horse's behaviour while building trust and respect.

As you proceed through your horse's fitness training program, remember that change is not only inevitable, CHANGE IS THE GOAL. Carefully monitor these changes in your horse as you progress through your equine conditioning program to avoid setbacks or injury.