The 10 Most Expensive Horse Breeds

By On June 4, 2019 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse, Everything Else

Equestrian sports are associated with a luxurious lifestyle and exquisite events. Generally, the value of a particular horse is “individual”, (as with horse properties and equestrian estates) it means a certain breed does not guarantee that this horse will win on the next sports event. Nevertheless, the world of horse owners, lovers and investors is full of people who are ready to pay thousands of dollars for this “attribute” of strength, power and the feeling of greatness given by an animal. Being more particular, Caitlin Allen, from the State University of New York, indicates 12 factors which determine the price on a horse. Among them, she lists level of training, temperament, location, color, vices, markings, breed registration, and who is selling it. Let’s focus on the color and breed.

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Horses with Tendon Injuries Now Have a Greater Chance For a Full Recovery Thanks to New Research

By On June 1, 2019 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse, Everything Else

In the past, a tendon injury was a career-ender. It almost certainly meant retirement from whatever work that horse was involved in. A quite common problem in horses, this type of injury is actually seen in nearly half of all sport horse injuries. Tendon injuries still continue to be the leading cause of retirement in horses, as once they occur there is an extremely high risk for re-injury. But, there also continues to be more and more research done in the field of tendon injuries in horses and new ways for helping injured animals see a full and successful recovery.

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5 Benefits of Horse Riding When Being a Student

By On May 29, 2019 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse, Everything Else

Horse riding doesn’t have only amazing physical benefits, but also several mental benefits that could totally change your life. Before technology kicked in and cars became the new craze, people used to travel by riding horses. Now, we can travel faster but we’re not as healthy as we used to be. Horse riding comes with a lot of health benefits, as you can see, and they don’t pollute.

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10 Warning Signs That Your Horse is Sick

By On May 20, 2019 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse

If you own a pony, you should be aware of different horse care methods to keep the animals healthy and safe. The owner should learn the nature of each horse to notice the early signs of diseases. Conducting regular inspections of horses is necessary.

Early detection of illnesses helps to treat the disease at the early stages which guarantees full recovery. Checking your horse for injuries, and changes in skin and behavior will help you to decide when to seek treatment. Even if you feed, exercise, and groom your pony daily, it is your responsibility to check for unusual behavior and physical changes.

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How to Sell Properties in Rural Areas

By On May 17, 2019 · Leave a Comment · In Auction Properties, How To Sell A Horse Property

City life is not for everyone. Eventually, many people grow tired of the hassle and bustle of a big city and decide on a drastic change of scenery. Those who want to spend more free time surrounded by nature and animals or settle permanently in a rural area are the ones who will be attracted […]

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Weird Horse Behaviors: What Do They Mean and How to Deal with Them

By On May 14, 2019 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse, Everything Else

Horses, just like people communicate through body language such as postures and gestures. Therefore, it is important for you to take your time and learn about some of the weird horse behaviors and how to deal with them effectively.

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Top 5 Books for Learning to Train Horses

By On May 12, 2019 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse, Everything Else

There are lots of information available online on how to train the horses. So most modern people prefer to watch YouTube videos and read blog posts instead of using books.
Nevertheless, the books remain the most valuable source of theoretical knowledge and practical pieces of advice. If you want to understand horses better and to upgrade your skills, here are five must-read books for you.

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Things You Did Not Know About the Appaloosa

By On May 7, 2019 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse, Everything Else

Spot horses have been in existence for many years. A depiction of their images have and are seen in ancient cave wall portraits throughout the prehistoric world. An example of a breed of spot horses is the Appaloosa horse. This horse has a pleasant disposition. Hence, it has been capturing the hearts of many horse enthusiasts for many years. Additionally, it has a salient appearance and compliance with a variety of uses and situations. However, the Appaloosa horse has been experiencing challenges from its existence to date because of the dispersion and dislocation of Native Americans who first came to know about its existence.

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Mythological Horses

By On May 1, 2019 · Leave a Comment · In Everything Else

Whether you have visited Greece, India or the Nordic countries or not, you have probably heard about their mythology. About those stories that portray heroes that kill bad characters or fantastic creatures.
You have probably heard about the legend of Pegasus or of Unicorns. These stories are believed to had been taken place at some point in history.

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How to Buy A Healthy Horse If It Is Your First Horse Ever

By On April 7, 2019 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse, Everything Else

Nothing is more exciting to a horse lover than buying the first horse ever! At the same time, nothing is more confusing to a horse lover than buying the first horse ever. Due to the lack of knowledge, you might be tempted to make the wrong decisions. This, in turn, can transform from a supposedly beautiful experience into the most terrible nightmare. First and foremost, you need to ask yourself if you are prepared for buying your first horse ever. So, stop reading after this sentence, and take some time to think about this question: am I prepared for the first horse ever?

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