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The Thoroughbred Horse

The Thoroughbred horse is one of the most popular horse breeds in the racing world. Thoroughbreds are synonymous with horseracing and money.
The Thoroughbred horse originated in the 17th century from three horses brought from the Middle East to England. Three stallions, the Darley Arabian, the Godophin Arabian, and Byerly Turk, along with thirty to forty [...]

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Horse Vaccinations

Vaccinations are an important part of keeping your horse healthy. Just like humans and dogs, horses need vaccinations to help reduce the incidence of diseases too. The more horses your horse comes into contact with, the more you need to make sure your horse is protected against infectious diseases. The following guidelines are recommended by [...]

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Horse First Aid Kits

Horse first aid kits are essential to have if you go for lots of rides in the woods or on trails. By keeping some basic supplies on hand and some basic knowledge, you can give your horse the care they need when they need it. But remember, your veterinarian should always be consulted if your [...]

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Horse Lameness

Horse lameness is one of the most common health problems seen in horses. Two of the most common causes of horse lameness are called laminitis and navicular disease. By learning about these conditions you can catch them earlier and therefore prevent further damage.
When dealing with horse lameness you have to be observant. Often times horse [...]

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Horse Colic

Colic is one of the most common horse conditions in which you will need to call your Veterinarian. Colic is not a disease; it is a clinical sign of many possible diseases. Increasing your knowledge of this common condition of horses could save your horse’s life.
Colic means literally a pain in the abdomen. When a [...]

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Horse Behavior

Horse behavior is always an interesting area of study. Some of the most interesting areas of behavior involve communication, whether the communication is done between horses or between horse and man.
There are several ways a horse can communicate. Vocalization and visually are just two of them. Horses have several different kinds of vocalizations.
A “neigh” is [...]

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The American Quarter Horse

The American Quarter horse is the most popular horse in America today. With over 3 million registered horses, their use continues to increase even today. The Quarter horse has not been around as long as the Arabian horse but it is a much more popular horse in terms of use and ownership in America.
The Quarter [...]

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How to Choose a Farrier for Your Horse

Choosing the right farrier is a very important decision for the health of your horse. The right farrier can help an average horse improve in conformation, but they could also be detrimental to a horse if the wrong one is chosen.
A farrier is someone who trims and shoes your horse’s feet. Your horse’s feet should [...]

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The Arabian Horse

The Arabian horse is a horse breed that is surrounded with a lot of history and elegance. Almost everyone, whether they like horses or not, has heard of the Arabian horse. They have a rich history and many unique features that make them truly a horse breed that stands apart. Many people consider the Arabian [...]

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Learning How to Ride a Horse

Learning how to ride a horse can be lots of fun. Whether you want to ride for the feeling of freedom or you are just a horse lover, it can be very rewarding. With just some basic equipment and a good teacher you can be on the way to having hours of fun on a [...]

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