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| How much of riding experience would you recommend before buying a horse of your own? |
Owning a horse is much more than mucking stalls and "looking after" a horse.
I would say no minimum of 1 year of taking riding lessons.
She will need to know how to tack, catch, ba... |
| What are some riding exercises to help with my jumping fold? |
1 stride before the jump, plant your forearms on your horses neck and this should place your body in the correct position without makeing you so left behind. Also, try not to stare down at the jump... |
| What do you look for when you are buying a horse? |
If you are a first time buyer, I would recommend bringing along an experienced friend or someone you know that knows more about horses. If you don't know alot about horses I would definately ... |
| How much hay and grain does an average horse eat in a month? |
Well lets see my horses each get a 3 cups of grain a day. 1 and 1/2 cups in the morning and 1 and 1/2 cups at night. multiply 3 cups times 30 or so days is around 90 cups.
Although Regularly i b... |
| What is the best feed for my 4month old quarter horse colt? |
Good quality foal feed is important. They have a different balance of nutrients than adult horse feed. Important factors include low sugars/carbohydrates,proper amounts of Lysine and the ratio of... |
| How did knights train horses to charge into a bunch or infantry or other cavalry and not be afraid? |
The same way anyone PROPERLY trains a horse to do anything. By gradually getting them used to something that'd normally spook them, make them get that it's not something bad, and reward ... |
| How do I get my horse to stand still for grooming? |
Does the horse understand how to stand still when tied? It could be that no one ever taught it that it can't dance around when tied. I do not recommend cross ties at this point, since your ... |
| Is their a horse rescue in MI? How much are these horse and how often is a foal or colt availible? |
You can search for free horses on www.equine.com. This horse is a show horse, the owner is offering a cheap or free lease, where you would be able to use the horse. Just do an advanced search on ... |
| How do you train for trail riding or endurance competitions? |
You've got a long way to go if you want to do endurance competitions if your horse is overweight and you're only riding 2x/week. I conditioned one for 25 mile rides. He was not overweig... |
| How do I get my horse to pass by other horses? |
Is it possible that these other horses are geldings or stallions? You might be breaking up a potential love match, or at least in her eyes! Horses are social animals and if you don't have anot... |
| How do you care for a 20 year old horse? |
Congratulations for selecting a seasoned pro for your daughter. They can have many good years together.
1. Get a thorough vet check and keep her vaccinated. Be sure to check her teeth and get... |
| How do I convince my parents that getting a horse would be good for me? |
Get a job and be prepared to finance the horse yourself. Your parents have enough commitments already. You always wreck the first horse you train so be content to ride those provided for you until ... |
| How long does a 25lb container of strongid c last for 1 horse? |
A small horse like that would probably last you at least 6 months.
One 50# bag lasts 2 horses with a total weight of 2300# around 3 months.
If you are in the US and you are doing it thru yo... |
| How old should a horse be before it is trained for riding? |
Some good advice here, but let me see if I can give you a good summation. The long and short of it is this:
Average horses are 'started' in the spring of their 2nd year. 'Start... |
| How do i measure the striding between show jumps? |
12 feet per stride
half a stride for landing
half a stride for take off
bounce--12 feet
1 stride--24 feet
2 stride--36 feet
3 stride--48 feet
etc. ... |
| What is the best material to make anti-cast strips for horses that get cast? |
Maybe you've seen these or similar products: ... |
| What are some good ground materials for horse arenas? |
You did not say if your arena is open or enclosed which will make a difference in material. In a covered arena, there are many types of river clay to select from that are excellent, easy to clean,... |
| Solar fencer do you have one, and did you notice a savings on your electric bill? |
I have one but the one I was replacing was a battery powered one so it was not plugged in.
I do not have to buy batteries any more and that is ah uge savings.
I love the sloar powered one.
A so... |
| Is the Arabian a good horse for Jumping and Endurance? |
Arabians are the most popular breed choice for endurance riders. They're simply the best suited breed for the sport.
Arab's, however, aren't really the first choice for jumpers. T... |
| How can I get my horse to relax on the bit? |
Well, first of all, make sure she is listening to your leg 100% by doing transition work, switching up of the direction often, circles, serpentines, extensions/collections, etc. Generally once a h... |
| How ripe does manure have to be before spreading it on pasture? |
Horse manure has to wait for about a year--it can be put out sooner if its mixed with lime or straw. You should be fine since its been 2 years AND you limed. Now for the weeds---manure its going to... |
| What are the 5 parts in a driving harness and their uses? |
Someone asked this earlier today. What kind of quiz is this for, a howrse.com game or something?
Here's what I gave for an answer....
Diagrams of a Harness
... |
| What breed is the horse equivalent of a golden retreiver? |
Let's just be fair here. We have all owned a horse, whatever breed you are all describing and for some that breed was the best and for other the breed was the worst. I can say that I have be... |
| How long can a horse be trailered? |
Don't take the horse out, he'll be just fine. Eight hours isn't that bad. Just check on him every time you stop for gas, offer water (so keep a bucket close by, can fill it at gas st... |
| How do you make your horse pivot on its rear and sidepass? |
for the side pass most horses are trained to move with very soft rake of the heal above and behind where you would kick for forward movement. you just raise your foot back and touch the horse'... |
| How tall are riding boots supposed to be? |
You dont want them covering your knee. You want the front to be just below your knee and the outside to come just a little higher on your knee. it should not restrict the way you bend your knee. It... |
| Is there any way other than padding to help saddle sores? |
You said that these OLD sores bother her in the saddling process.
If they are in deed completely healed and you've confirmed this with your vet, then it may not be pain that is bothering he... |
| How does one halt a horse from a gallop? |
How does one halt a horse from a gallop? Exactly the same way as you halt one from a walk...take it slow, teach what who means and to reinforce the stop and eliminate the dribble down effect, ask ... |
| How do you predict time of foaling by the colour of the mare's milk? |
The colostrum is almost yellow and is somewhat thicker than milk. My mares usually foaled within 48 hours of this...however maiden mares can fool you. Look for the additional sinking of the area a... |
| Is a three year old horse to young to begin training to jump? |
I'd wait at least another year, maybe more. Consult with your vet to see how your boy is maturing, since each horse is different. You don't want that kind of wear and tear on joints tha... |
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