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  • Vital Signs

    • Posted by Helen
    • 19 April
    • 3 comments
    • 2 likes
    • 77 views
    Its important to learn how to take your horses vital signs such as resting temperature, heart rate and respiration (breathing) rate.  Learning to take a horse's vital signs will...
    act as a benchmark if the horse gets sick
    get the horse u...

  • Is an Off-the-Track Thoroughbred Right for You?

    • Posted by Helen
    • 12 April
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    • 3 likes
    • 53 views
    Off-the-track Thoroughbreds are becoming a popular choice in the equestrian world, especially among dressage and eventing riders. Their size, athleticism, high availability, and low adoption prices make them an attractive option for many kind-hearted pro...  more

  • Do You Long to Work With Horses

    • Posted by Helen
    • 17 November 2011
    • 1 comment
    • 4 likes
    • 218 views
    If you dream of a career with horses, the good news is that you have many career options available. From farriers and veterinarians to horse trainers and facility managers, the equine world is full of opportunity. Finding the right training for the fie...

  • Equine Welfare: Eyes Wide Open

    • Posted by Helen
    • 15 October 2011
    • 0 comments
    • 7 likes
    • 581 views
    Introduction
    This short learning series takes less than 30 minutes to complete.  The 3 videos highlight key concepts in equine welfare and the quiz helps you identify knowledge gaps.
    Instructions
    You can play the videos in full screen mode and ...

  • The Basics of Horse Grooming

    • Posted by Helen
    • 7 August 2011
    • 2 comments
    • 2 likes
    • 323 views
    I stand in awe of the sheer elegance of horses.  The beauty in motion as hooves pound the earth beneath them, ears pricked forward in full attention, mane flying, and tail straight behind captures the imagination of anyone who witnesses a horse ru...

  • Horse Riding Safety for Beginners

    • Posted by Helen
    • 7 August 2011
    • 2 comments
    • 4 likes
    • 528 views
    Horseback riding for beginners of any age is great fun and can develop into an extremely rewarding lifelong hobby. As with most physical activities in life, particularly sports, it is impossible to eliminate all risks. However, the possibility of injur...

  • Staying Safe on the Trail

    • Posted by Helen
    • 7 August 2011
    • 2 comments
    • 1 like
    • 319 views
    Staying Safe on the Trail
     
    There is no doubt that trail riding is one of the most pleasant ways to spend time with your horse, and a day spent on the trail is one of the best parts of riding and owning a horse.  It is important, however, t...

  • Clicker Training Horses

    • Posted by Helen
    • 27 July 2011
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    • 3 likes
    • 345 views
    Clicker training is a fun method of training an animal that doesn't use any force or correction to teach new behaviours. Although it has been successfully used to train dogs for many years, it can also make training your horse a lot easier. It relies o...

  • How to Train a Horse: Using Body Language to Communicate Your Ideas to Your Horse

    • Posted by Helen
    • 21 April 2011
    • 1 comment
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    • 628 views
    There are many different horse training methods and philosophies. Before you choose how to train a horse in your care, take a few minutes to think about your own goals when it comes to horsemanship and your relationship with your horse. Are you only in...

  • Horse Shopping: Tips for Success

    • Posted by Helen
    • 21 April 2011
    • 3 comments
    • 2 likes
    • 370 views
    Whether you’re a seasoned horse owner or a first-time buyer, looking for your next equine companion can be a complicated and often lengthy process.  There are multitudes of things to consider when looking for that dream horse, but there&rsqu...