Archive for October, 2011
Homemade Fly Repellent That Really Works
October 16th, 2011 | Posted by admin | Category: Uncategorized | Comments OffThis is a simple safe recipe for homemade fly repellent that works well for horses without the unpleasant scent many can have. It also is good for their hair and skin in addition to giving them relief from biting insects. 1 oz. Citronella Oil 1 oz. Olive Oil (sesame, canola or sunflower works as well) [...]
Five Essential Pre-Show Grooming Tips and Tricks
October 12th, 2011 | Posted by admin | Category: Uncategorized | Comments OffPreparing for a show takes hours of at home preparation. Your horse needs groomed thoroughly. There are many tasks in the grooming process but here are a few essential ones to being with. Clipping your horse. The horses bridle path and muzzle needs to be trimmed down. A trick to figuring out how long the [...]
Creative Ways to Clip Your Horse
October 10th, 2011 | Posted by admin | Category: Uncategorized | Comments OffCreative clipping techniques go in and out of style in the horse world, just like fashion does for riding apparel. What used to be vogue and cutting edge is now passé. Creating a clean, subtle checkerboard pattern on the rump is always classy for a beautiful hunter, or whimsical for a trail horse. The over [...]
How to Decide if Your Horse Needs Shoes
October 9th, 2011 | Posted by admin | Category: Uncategorized | Comments OffNot every horse requires being shod but in certain cases, it is the advisable thing to do. All horses do need to have their hooves trimmed by a farrier at least every two to three months, especially if they are stalled a great deal or in a soft grass pasture most of the time. Horses’ [...]