The History of Horses and Humans
This video on the History of Horses and Humans was a passion project of mine from school. I thought I’d share it with my fellow horse lovers! I hope you like it. Please see below for the full script: Have you ever wondered about the origins of the relationship between horses and humans? Why do…
Horse Book And Movie Reviews
Canterwood Crest Canterwood Crest is a book series about a girl named Sasha who enters an elite boarding school with her horse, Charm. Sasha has a rocky start at her new school and the series covers all her misadventures and typically high school girl drama. I really like this book because the author, Jessica Burkhart,…
What’s a horse’s favourite treat?
Every horse has a favourite treat! Have you discovered your horse’s favourite? Giving your horse treats is good for bonding. It is also good to give a treat when you want to reward good behaviour. You can tell if they love a particular because they get really excited when you offer it to them. Many…
How to build your horses trust
Here are a few tips on how to build your horses trust! Building your horses trust is so important. It means you can enjoy being near them and riding them. Lunging your horse before riding is always a good idea as a way to connect, get focused (and perform a health check). The key is…
How To Tell What Horse Is Right For You!
Sometimes people choose their horse according to looks or breed. But that’s not always the way to go. Here are a few tips on how to chose the right horse for you: Choose the right size. You don’t want a horse that’s way too small for you. Choosing a horse that is too small could…
How To Understand What a Horse is Actually Saying
Here are a few tips on how to de-code horse body language: 1. A happy horse has a loose jaw – sometimes even hanging low. If a horse starts to drool when you are brushing it, that’s a pretty sure sign of relaxation and ultimate happiness. Relaxed nostrils and a drooped head are also signs…
How To Tell If Your Horse Is In Pain
Here are a few tips on how to tell if your horse is in pain: Lameness or an unusual gait. You should always lunge your horse before you ride and give it a health check. Check to see how they are trotting – is it even? Well paced? Are they limping? These are all symptoms…
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