Category : Horses : Pets & Animal

Equine Wobblers Disease

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Equine wobbler syndrome, scientifically known as Cervical Vertebral Myelopathy (CVM) is a common neurological disease in horses. It is estimated that CVM affects 10 percent of Thoroughbred horses. The wobbly gait and other neurological signs are caused by narrowing of the spinal canal and compressio

How to Slow Down My Pony's Canter

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Some ponies canter quickly because they are frightened or their tack fits poorly or painfully. Others may be inclined to bolt if they sense that you are nervous or if you ride them inappropriately. Aside from calming your pony and correcting your riding posture, you may need to re-train your pony to

How to Measure Stirrup Irons

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Properly fitted tack and equipment is essential no matter what type of horse you ride or what style of riding you prefer. Things like the quality of your saddle and bridle, the fit of your riding clothes and the condition of the tack you use contribute to your safety and that of your horse. If you r

How to Tie Reins to a Bosal

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A bosal is a type of traditional horse hackamore bridle dating back to the vaqueros of the old west. The bosal allows the horse to be ridden and controled without the use of a metal bit in its mouth. The bosal is actually a thick, braided nose piece that has a knot tied at the bottom of it. It is us

How to Make Baby Rope Halters

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Rope halters can be used to transport a variety of baby animals including cows, sheep and horses. The basic design of a rope halter is similar for most animals, and fits over the nose and around the back of the head to help control and guide the animal during transport. Rope halters are a cheap alte

About Lipizzaner

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The Lipizzaner horse, which is also known as the Lippizan, is most widely known for its skills in dressage and as a riding horse. It is a breed that is more than 400 years old, and its history is closely tied with that of the Hapsburg dynasty of Europe.