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Horse’s Feet Trim Frequency: Easy Guide
Just like people need their fingernails trimmed on a regular basis, horses need their feet trimmed regularly. Horses’ hooves play an important role when it comes to their health. They help with weight distribution and circulation. In order to keep the hooves balanced and healthy, it’s important to get them taken care of on a…
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What’s It Like Owning A Horse? Daily Routine And Requirements
What’s It Like Owning A Horse? If you’re thinking about becoming a horse owner, there’s much you should know before you purchase one. Having a clear understanding of what it’s like to own a horse is important if you don’t want to unintentionally commit yourself to more than you’re ready to handle. So, what’s it…
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How To Care For A Horse: Ultimate Guide for Beginners
Horse Care Basics Before you get a horse, it’s important to know how much work and effort goes into caring for them. Horses require both basic and specialized care to help them thrive. What are the basics of caring for a horse? Here are the most essential aspects of horse care: Provide adequate sustenance for…
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What Horse Hooves Are Made Of: Complete Guide
One of the most complex parts of the horse, the hoof, is often overlooked. Because injury or damage to your horse’s hooves can severely impact their capabilities, it is important to develop an understanding of proper care practices. In order to do so, we must first learn more about the composition of a horse hoof.…
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5 Ways Horses Are Being Mistreated
All across the world, horses are being mistreated. Sometimes horse owners are oblivious to their actions, but more times than not, these horses are voluntarily mistreated. I’ve been around long enough to, unfortunately, witness some of these awful ways. Having an understanding of how horses can be mistreated will help you recognize the signs and…
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The Purpose of Horseshoes: Complete Beginner’s Guide
Have you ever wondered what’s the purpose of a horseshoe? You throw them back and forth trying to win a game, you hang them above a door for luck, and most commonly, you see them nailed to a horse’s hoof. So, what is the purpose of a horseshoe? Horseshoes, like human shoes, offer protection and…
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Leaving Horses Out in the Rain: Everything You Need to Know
If you’re new to horses, you might be wondering if it’s okay to leave your horse out in the rain when it’s downpouring. I definitely asked this same question when I first became a horse owner, so my goal is to give you all the information I wish I had. Will a horse be okay…
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Should I Buy a Horse? Complete Decision Guide
Having a horse to call their own is many little girls’ and boys’ ultimate dream. (and adults’ too!) Purchasing a horse is a big decision; you’ve probably heard that horses are one big financial hassle. That being said, your dream still lives on to own one of the most majestic creatures on Earth. How do…
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Why Won’t My Horse Let Me Pick Up Its Feet?
If you’ve ever had to deal with a horse that won’t let you pick up your feet, then you know how frustrating the situation can be. There’s nothing like being reminded by a 1000 pound animal how small and powerless you really are. Why do horses refuse to pick up their feet? There are a…