Tag Archives: horse

STEVE: I don’t really believe that horses ever get too much water. You can basically give them too much water at a time when they would try to take in too much. If they’re really, really overstressed, way too hot, … Continue reading →

ALEX: I think first, once we’ve decided we’re going to have a horse, and then we’re going to decide on how we’re going to use that horse is really going to determine a lot on what type of feed and … Continue reading →

ALEX: I think the age of a horse is really important in selecting them — and again, it goes back to what discipline — obviously when you talk about a thoroughbred racehorse, we’re starting really early with them. They have … Continue reading →

ALEX: Training a horse is really, first, has to be determined by what type of breed you have, what type of discipline you want to ride, and what kind of competition. Obviously, training a race horse, is really completely opposite … Continue reading →

ALEX: There are a few things that are really important in selecting a horse, and probably one of the most important things is conformation. Conformation based on specific breeds. And Steve, if you could, please elaborate on the conformation of … Continue reading →

STEVE: The vet check can be paramount to the use of the horse and the longevity of the horse because a lot of things that they’re going to find in the process of examining it, and try to uncover potential … Continue reading →

ALEX: I think reputable sellers of horses would be, knowing the trainer, knowing horses that are within a barn. A lot of trainers would be people that would be selling horses, because one owner has outgrown a specific horse because … Continue reading →

ALEX: Suitability and purchasing a horse depends on a few factors. I think one is, what type of breed you want. And probably more importantly, what type of discipline or competition you want to do with your horse. And also … Continue reading →

ALEX: As far as finding the right housing for your horse, it really depends on what you want to do with your horse. Horses are cold-natured animals, so they take to the elements pretty good as far as the cold, … Continue reading →

ALEX: In selecting a farrier, it’s important to note first off that a horses’ hoof is one of the most important parts of their anatomy, so it’s important to find the right farrier because a horses’ hoof needs attention pretty much on … Continue reading →