Articles for tag: Arabian Horses, Horse Riding, Horse Shows, Thoroughbreds

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Tips for Riding Your Horse Bareback

As a man—and I can’t say that it’s any easier for women—I’m not afraid to admit that riding a horse bareback isn’t quite as comfortable as it often looks in the movies. It depends on your horse’s gait, the size of his withers and your own comfort level, but bareback riding isn’t for the faint ...

Free Printable Horse Paper Dolls

Horses are a popular animal for kids of all ages and adults. There are those who like to collect or play with paper dolls these days. Coloring sheets are another thing some like to do in their down time. Are you wondering what all those things have to do with the free printable horse paper ...

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Mongolian Pony: Breed Characteristics

When talking about Mongolian ponies, listeners may automatically assume you are talking about the Mongolian wild horse, or Przewalski’s horse. But Mongolian ponies are not Monglian wild horses. The latter are pony-sized and pony shaped and considered to be the only truly wild horse left on Earth. They are also endangered and get a lot ...

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The American Saddlebred: Breed Characteristics

Champion show specimens are the popular image of an American Saddlebred. They have a high set tail, exaggerated prancing action, a partially roached mane and very wide eyes. However, most American Saddlebreds (ASBs) do not look like those in the show ring. Show ASBs often have their hooves grown long and their manes and tails ...

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Tips for Keeping Your Horse Cool in the Trailer

Heat will add extra stress to both the horse and the horse owner. There are several simple tips you can consider when you are vacationing with your horses this summer! A successful trailering experience may lead to several great vacations in the future! The first tip is to travel in the early morning so that ...

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Charley Horse: A Colloquial Name for Nocturnal Leg Spasms

Previously published on Factoidz.com Many diseases and disorders that we suffer from often get colloquial names, even before the medical community gets time to research such conditions and classify and name them. The term Charley (also spelled Charlie) horse is one such popular term used in the United States to represent the painful spasms and ...