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Pros And Cons Of Going Barefoot
This article looks at the pros and cons of going barefoot. Having your horse shod has generally been the accepted way of horse hoof management. However, more and more people wish to keep their horse in as natural a way as possible. Shoeing has always gone hand in hand with horse ownership. Whilst some horses…
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Energisers & Electric Fences For Horses
Most of us dream of beautiful post and rail fencing around our paddocks. For various reasons this is not always possible, so knowing about energisers and electric fences for horses is a must. Energisers and electric fences go hand in hand with owning and caring for horses. Electric fences can be permanent, or temporary to…
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Ragwort; What You Need To Know
Ragwort is well known to be poisonous to horses and other livestock. It is also very difficult to remove, and any amount to root left will become a fully fledged plant in a very short space of time. Ragwort is a native (UK) weed that is incredibly invasive. It’s seeds can lie dormant for many…
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Lice And Mites In Horses
Lice and mites are the thing of all horse owners nightmares. Mites especially are incredibly difficult to get rid of, and often come back year after year. This article will explain the best methods of ridding your horse of these pests. Lice & Mites are parasites that can live on your horse without you knowing…
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Water Buffet For Horses – What To Add to Your Horse’s Water
Sometimes horses need a little encouragement to drink enough water. If you’re wondering about a Water buffet for horses – what to add to your horse’s water, this article should give you plenty of ideas. Water buffets for horses are becoming increasingly popular. Whilst fresh, clean, water is always available, allowing the horse a free…
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Hogging Your Horse’s Mane
If your horse is overheating in the summer, or suffering from a skin condition, then hogging your horse’s mane might by the best way to manage them. Hogging or Roaching is the term given to the total removal of a horse’s mane and often forelock. Hogged horses, especially show horses also have their feather removed.…
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5 things to teach your youngster
If you’re new to owing a youngster, or have a horse that has little experience of being handled, then these are the top 5 things to teach your youngster so that life is more pleasant for everyone involved. Groundwork; instilling manners and basic commands, is the best start that you can give your young horse.…
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8 ways to keep flies away from horses
The only downside to a gloriously warm summer can be the number of flies and midges that seem to be everywhere. 8 ways to keep flies away from horses are looked at in this article so you can choose the best method for you. Flies and midges are irritating to horses, and normally worse in…
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Why is my horse biting?
Apart from being annoying, a horse that bites can be potentially dangerous. Why is my horse biting is a question that most horse owners ask at some point. It may be a new behaviour, or a trait that a new horse has. Either way, finding the root cause and stopping this behaviour is what this…
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How much does a horse cost
How much does a horse cost is a question often asked by those looking to buy their first horse. There is no one answer as it will depend upon your personal circumstances, the type of horse you buy, your location, and many other factors. The cost of keeping a horse will vary by location and…