horses

Here are all of the articles with a tag or keyword of "horses".

Cushing's Disease in Horses
Equine Cushing's Disease results from the increased production of cortisol and other hormones. This is caused by a pituitary gland abnormality and is mainly seen in older horses and ponies. The disease is assessed through a series of blood tests.
Horse Anatomy: Head & Neck Region
Horses share many pieces of anatomy with humans, but many significant horse parts might be less well known. Learn about horse anatomy and parts of a horse's head and neck from a ranch owner in this free horse care video.
Horse Anatomy: Front Legs
The front legs of a horse have parts owners and riders must learn to talk with trainers and vets. Learn about horse anatomy and parts of a horse's front legs from a ranch owner in this free horse care video.
Horse Anatomy: Body Region
Horses have barrels, gaskins, docks and withers, anatomy features important for riders to know. Learn about horse anatomy and parts of a horse's body from a ranch owner in this free horse care video.
Horse Anatomy: Back Legs & Hooves
Horse anatomy includes hocks, gaskins and pasterns, features owners and riders should learn to converse with specialists. Learn about horse anatomy and parts of a horse's back legs and hooves from a ranch owner in this free horse care video.
Horse Feeding Schedules
Many quarter horses can do with one scoop of feed in each of the morning and night and hay for grazing during the day. Feed a horse enough to maintain weight with tips from a ranch owner in this free horse care video.
Horse Nutrition
Horses have a food pyramid just like humans, though theirs includes dry, cured hay and food formula in pellets. Feed a horse healthy, nutritious food with tips from a ranch owner in this free horse care video.
Taping a Horse's Wound
Taping a wound on a horse comes after cleaning the wound and ensuring the horse can safely heal without professional medical attention. Learn to tape a horse's wound with tips from a ranch owner in this free horse care video.
Taping a Horse's Wound with Vet Wrap
Taping a wound on a horse with vet wrap is a careful procedure that should not adversely affect circulation. Learn to tape a horse's wound with vet wrap with tips from a ranch owner in this free horse care video.
Information on How to Take Care of a Horse
Taking care of a horse is a big responsibility. Horses need a lot of care to keep them healthy and happy. They need food, water, shelter, exercise, companionship and regular care from a farrier and a veterinarian.
Bit-less Horse Bridles
Bit-less horse bridles are often used on young horses for early training. Learn more about bit-less horse bridles with tips from a horse trainer in this free horse care video.
O-Ring Snaffle Horse Bits
An O-ring snaffle bit for horses is a horse bit often used on young horses or to try and soften horses. Learn more about O-ring snaffle horse bits with tips from a horse trainer in this free horse care video.
Snaffle Horse Bits
A snaffle bit for horses is a horse bit that doesn't require any leverage. Learn more about snaffle horse bits with tips from a horse trainer in this free horse care video.
Combination Horse Bits
A combination horse bit will work similarly to a bit-less bridle by creating pressure on the nose band. Learn more about combination horse bits with tips from a horse trainer in this free horse care video.
D-Ring Snaffle Horse Bits
A D-ring snaffle horse bit is often used as an inexpensive starter bit. Learn more about D-ring snaffle horse bits with tips from a horse trainer in this free horse care video.
Performance Leverage Horse Bits
A performance leverage bit for horses is used mainly for show horses that will be performing. Learn more about performance leverage horse bits with tips from a horse trainer in this free horse care video.
Snaffle Horse Bits With Leverage
A snaffle bit for horses that has leverage will create a lot more assertive control of the horse. Learn more about snaffle horse bits with leverage with tips from a horse trainer in this free horse care video.
How to Sit on a Horse Before Walking
Watch as a seasoned horseback rider demonstrates how to sit on your horse in preparation for walking in this free online video about horseback riding.
How to Mount a Horse Before Walking
Watch as a seasoned horseback rider demonstrates how to mount your horse in preparation for walking in this free online video about horseback riding.

About Mara

Hi, I'm Mara. I hold several equine business related degrees and have earned numerous national awards for riding. I've been seriously involved with horses my entire life and have ridden with many locally and nationally known horse professionals. I've also worked as a working student for hunter/jumper trainers Tammy Provost-Vitello and Wendy Newby, primarily as a rider and instructor. I've worked extensively with event, jumper and dressage trainer Jerry Schurink.

My love for horses is genuine and my desire to share that passion with others is the chief reason I'm working on this site. Be sure to check out my blog for more about my experiences with horses as well as my videos here on the site.