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If you're a true fan of "the flats," you know instantly that the annual Summer Meet in upstate New York, at Saratoga Race Track, represents the very best in Thoroughbred Horse Racing the very apex of "the Sport of Kings." Each summer, the meet draws the best stables,trainers,jockeys,horses,owners and some of the biggest and most fun-loving and motivated crowds anywhere in the country. Every card features competitive and often thrilling races, with the best events generally run on Saturdays and Sundays when the crowds are really large and the on-track handle is big. Related Article Tags: , ,
There was a time when livestock owners follow a general mandate: sheep and cattle are enclosed using electric wires while horses are left enclosed in wooden fences. The excuse was that horses' eyes have poor vision, hence, it is not suitable to use thin electric wire horse fence. Horse fencing needs to be blunt or the horses would get caught in the wires. Nowadays, new varieties of electric horse fences are available. Related Article Tags: , , , ,
Softening Exercises for Schooling Horses on Contact Whether green or well schooled, many horses will lay in the rider's hands instead of taking true contact. Some may do so as a form of resistance or greenness; whereas, others may be traveling on the forehand, sore, accustomed to pulling the reins from the rider's hands, off the track or are unable or resistant of performing self carriage. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Model horse photo contests are based on achieving the most realistic looking photo. It sounds like a simple task. How hard can it be to take a picture of a Breyer horse? Actually, it can be pretty tough. Some of the best photos look so much like photos of real horses it is hard to tell you are looking at model horse toys. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , ,
More and more horse enthusiasts who are looking to take their passion to the next level are nowadays relying on online, state of the art equine websites to fulfill their needs. Thanks to the wide range of benefits they offer to those that are horse passionate, equine websites have become very popular on the World Wide Web, attracting increasingly larger numbers of visitors and gaining a lot of positive feedback from registered members. Solid equine websites address to an extended category of people, brought together by common interests, hobbies and passions. Related Article Tags: , , , ,
Your horse should have his own saddle and bridle, adjusted to fit, and kept in good condition. Do not be tempted to use an item of tack just because other people are using it; you should only use what your horse really needs. Related Article Tags: , , , , ,
The horse has been considered a powerful animal. In fact even today we measure power in horse power units. At the same time a horse has been considered graceful as well. Famous painters have sought to bring the beauty and grace of the animal to their paintings. A horse therefore is a unique combination of power and grace. Related Article Tags: , , , , ,
The career of Seattle Slew, one of the most cheaply bought triple crown winners and the only one to win one while going undefeated in his career up to that point.
At the lowest levels, dressage tests are very simple, with the emphasis on basic training. At its basic level, if you make your horse move forward, or stop, you have performed dressage movements. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
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At some stage in your life, as a horse owner you may find it necessary to stable your horse. It may only be for a couple of nights, a week or a more permanent situation. No matter your reason or the length of your horses stay it is important that you clean the stable or barn at least once a day. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Dressage is the fastest growing equestrian activity today. It covers training the rider, training the horse and preparing for dressage competitions. Classical riding and training methods have survived for hundreds of years, largely passed down by word of mouth. These techniques have been proven to do the greatest good for the greatest number of horses. It is all about the gradual, systematic and gymnastic development of the horse. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , ,
The story of a horse that was said to be mentally ill and still went on to become the 5th triple crown winner. The horse's name is Whirlaway.
Equine Viral Arteritis (EVA) can have devastating effects on a breeding farm or pregnant mare, but what exactly is it? Related Article Tags: , , ,
Color, clarity, carat and cut. Well the 4cs of determining the value of your diamond goes like this. The article peeps into colors of diamond, its vividness and significance. Related Article Tags: , , , , ,
Every horse fan yearns to ride popular a race horse belonging to the Thoroughbred pedigree. However, rearing Thoroughbreds not only requires a great deal of skills but also knowledge and finance. But now you can race your favorite Thoroughbreds in virtual horse race games. Related Article Tags: , , ,
The quality of equiptment is important to any sport - but in horseriding, it is even more vital. The safety and comfort of both the rider and the horse depend upon the tackle, and most obviously, on the saddle. A saddle that is ill-fitting can lead to an un-satisfactory and possibly dangerous ride. It can also cause multiple health problems for the horse. Related Article Tags: , , , , , ,
Collectors almost will pay any price for the true hand carved horses once displayed on the carousels of yesteryear. Through the miracle of modern technology molds have been produced of these works of art. From these molds grand carousel horses have been recreated. In this article I will show you where to purchase them and guide you through the process. Related Article Tags: , , ,
The Przewalski horse was discovered by Colonel Nikolai Przewalski. The Prezwalski horse is being reintroduced back into their native habitat in Mongolia in an area that will be turned into a National Park.
For as long as people have made horses a part of their lives, there have been horse related emergencies. Those who don't know much about horses are often surprised that these seemingly graceful and beautiful animals are so accident prone. Related Article Tags: , ,
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