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What is Natural Horsemanship? - If you have anything to do with horses, or know someone who does, chances are you've heard the term "natural horsemanship". To some it's the latest and greatest method of horse training. Taking the 'Frenzy' out of Feeding Time - Horses are natural grazers. They would like nothing better than to stand around the pasture, alternating grazing and napping, 24/7. It's what they are born to do. So in the winter months when grazing isn't an option, it's no wonder they get a little over-excited and rambunctious at feeding time. But it doesn't have to get out of control. Defending your personal space at feeding time, and demanding your horses are respectful, is simply a matter of safety. If you've ever carried a grain bucket or a bale of hay into a pasture and found yourself in the middle of 8 horses fighting over the food you know what I'm talking about. Teaching your horses to respect your space at feeding time isn't difficult, and could save you a trip to the emergency room. Averett University Equine Studies - Averett University is located in Danville, Virginia. This college offers an equine science degree that can be worked into to almost any other major the school has to offer. The degree is also available as a minor to any major so that students are able to continue their training while attending college. The program provides a large knowledge base in horsemanship and is a gateway into the equine industry. The program offers a bachelor's degree in equestrian studies as well as a minor. The college has a firm foundation in horsemanship and students learn to exude professionalism. Selling Horse Tack Online - If you sell horse tack, or simply stock a small supply horse tack and supplies in your barn or stable for your clients, you should know that selling those same products online can be another source of revenue for your business. And it's easy! Here's how: First, find shopping cart software or an online shopping cart program to add to your web site. There are many options available - just do a search on your favorite search engine and find one that you think will work for you based on your internet and computer skills. Common Parasites in the Horse - Protecting your horse against parasites is part of good barn management. Whether you are the owner of single horse or make your living as a boarding stable, you should have a good parasite prevention plan in place. Deworming your horses at regular intervals will keep parasites at bay and will ensure your horse's maximum health and safety. What are some of the more common nasties just itching to sponge off your equine friends? Check out these parasite profiles. - Large Strongyles (Strongylus vulgaris and Strongylus edentatus). Otherwise known as bloodworms, large strongyles are an internal parasite known to be the most destructive and deadly of them all. When Your Horse Outlives You - On New Year's Day, my friend Sue sat in her old mare's stall with her horse's head in her lap. At 39, the former racehorse-turned-eventer couldn't continue to outrun old age. She had had a few bouts previously, and Sue had painfully wrestled with whether or not to euthanize the mare. Philosophically, she was opposed to taking a life and preferred a natural end. But that day she made that difficult call to the vet; the horse passed on before he arrived. As horse owners, we are sometimes faced with difficult life or death questions regarding horses in our care. 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. For horses that need a little help in learning how to stay soft and carry themselves, a few easy exercises are suggested below. All exercises are performed first at the walk, then trot and later, when you and your horse are ready, at the canter. Ensure that your horse is moving forward freely at all gaits. First, warm your horse up on a long rein. Gradually take up your contact as you apply leg. Are You Ready to Buy Your First Horse - You've loved horses ever since you were a kid and have always dreamed of owning one. You've spent the last three years taking horseback riding lessons. You know how to tack up, muck out, and have read just about every book out there on the care and feeding of horses. No one can doubt that you've put your time in. Horses are no fleeting fancy, but are a hobby that is here to stay! So, are you ready to buy your first horse? Keeping Your Barrel Horse Focused at the Gate - Anyone who has spent any time around barrel horses knows that many of them can become very excited very easily. Bring them anywhere near an arena gate and they can go from calm to crazy in just a few seconds. Many people think that this is acceptable behavior and all great barrel horses behave this way. I am here to tell you that not only is this behavior not acceptable, but it can be downright dangerous. There are a lot of people out there who know how to train a horse to run the barrels. How to Put Your Horse for Sale Online - Whether you're a small operation with one horse for sale, or you have a barn full of 'horse for sale' signs, you can take advantage of the limitless audience of the internet to get your horses in front of prospective buyers. Your First Lesson - Regardless of their age, new riding students feel more comfortable having an ide - Your First Lesson When their first riding lesson is nearly at hand, students often wonder what type of horse they will get and what they will be expected to accomplish. It's understandable that some students have anxiety as they wonder what to expect. Most students worry particularly about their intended mount; Computer Security, Viruses And Threats - Today, many people rely on computers to do homework, work, and create or store useful information. Therefore, it is important for the information on the computer to be stored and kept properly. Preparing for Your First Lesson - You've always wanted to ride a horse, and now you finally have the opportunity as your first lesson is soon approaching. No doubt, you'll be feeling some anxiety as you don't know what to expect, but that feeling is normal! The Critical Riding Errors Atop A Rearing Horse - Every year horse owners experience serious injuries or even tragic deaths while riding their cherished equine companions. One of the more significant causes of rider injury is a rider being tossed from a rearing horse... or worse, caught underneath a horse that reared so fiercely that it flipped over on top of the rider. While sometimes injury is extremely difficult to avoid due to the spontaneous and powerful nature of many rears, all too often the problem is actually made worse by inexperienced riders panicking and inadvertently increasing the chance of injury. When an inexperienced rider is rudely jolted by a rearing horse he often panics and tightens his body. This is a natural reaction... Deer Valley Summer Fun - It is true that Deer Valley is known for its skiing, but it is also a fun place to visit during the summer. You can enjoy the same rugged mountains that offer such pleasure in the deep powder during the summer months too. Summer activities are available for people of all ages and fitness levels. Beginning in June, Deer Valley visitors can enjoy lift-served mountain biking. That's right, let the lift do the hard work getting you to the top of the mountain and then enjoy the thrill of riding your bike to the bottom. There are two chairlifts available offering over 50 miles of downhill fun. Similar services are offered at the Canyons and at Park City Mountain Resort. America's First Horse - Horse chit chat - When Paloma arrived at the barn, which was accustomed to warmbloods, she drew a crowd of people who were waiting to see in person what a real mustang looked like. Curiosity turned to even greater intrigue when her owner said that she was a "Spanish" mustang, not the feral mustang that roams free in the west. Barbaro the Great - The famous colt Barbaro, who shattered three bones in his right hind leg at the beginning of last year's Preakness Stakes' race on May 20 is recovering well. Doctors showed optimism about Barbaro, who demonstrated its capability and strength to the horse racing community with his amazing victory last year in the Kentucky Derby. He will heal well enough from the potentially fatal injury he suffered in the Preakness Stakes to lead a comfortable life. Although, what concerns the specialists the most is Barbaro's left hind foot. It must grow much more for him to have a truly successful outcome. The shoe on that foot was modified as his strength improved. Animal Enterprise Terrorism Act Protects Horse Industries - For the Minnesota owners who found their therapeutic riding horse Poco shot to death in the pasture, some solace might be found with the recent passage of the Animal Enterprise Terrorism Act. Passed by the U.S. A Horse Course, of Course, for Rescue Workers - While trying to contain a tragic accident site on Long Island last month where a horse trailers became disconnected from its truck, rescue workers felt woefully inadequate trying to handle the injured and... Alternative Therapies for the Horse - It is not uncommon that trends in veterinary medicine to mirror trends in human medicine. To that end, it's not surprising that alternative medicine is being used more frequently on sick and injured horses. Instead of prescribing the latest wonder drug, some veterinarians are instead prescribing a little hands-on healing in the hopes that less invasive techniques will bring about a return to health.

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