The idea of riding a horse for the first time is, for many people, equal parts thrilling and intimidating! Horseback riding is a less and less common hobby as the world modernizes, but there is something about this activity that continues to draw us. In this article, you’ll learn what to expect your first time …
Do you feel like now is the right time to buy a horse? Or are you questioning whether you are truly ready for such a big responsibility? If this is you, you’ve come to the right place. We have made a list of 15 signs that show you are ready to take the leap and …
Before you bring your horse home, you will need a specific list of horse supplies to feed, groom, and care for your horse. In this article, you will find a basic guide to the supplies you need for the first year of owning a horse – including an explanation of each item and why it …
Leasing a horse provides a similar experience to owning a horse while being much cheaper, and having less of a time commitment. Horse leases are great for people who hope to one day buy a horse, but don’t want to jump into ownership right away, or who just want a few extra rides on a beloved …
When purchasing a horse, it can be hard to know what the horse’s real history or medical condition is, and sale ads are rarely helpful! This is because unfortunately, not everybody is honest or has the horse’s (or your own) best interests at heart. As someone who has purchased a dozen horses and assisted many …
Perhaps you are interested in learning to ride, or maybe some new neighbors just moved in with horses. No matter the situation, it is always good to know how to safely approach and pet a horse before actually doing it. If you know what to look for, horses will communicate if they want to be …
Most people have never seen a horse roll over, so it’s not surprising that one of the questions I hear most often about horses – especially from kids – is whether horses can roll over. In fact, horses can roll over, and in this post, we will explore some norms about how often horses roll …
For humans, ice-cold water after working outdoors on a hot day can feel like heaven, so it’s only natural that many new horse owners or horse novices may want to give the coldest water possible to their horse when it is overheated after being exercised. Many of these novices are surprised to learn that giving …
Equestrian sports are unlike any other sport. Instead of partnering with a team of other people or equipment, riders partner with an animal. Over time most people develop deep emotional connections with their horses. While some view this attachment as odd, for those of us with training in both animal behavior and human mental health, …
You may have noticed that during grooming, after a ride, or even during casual interaction, your horse likes to rub its head against you. In this article, we discuss 3 competing theories that attempt to explain why many horses like to rub their head or face on their owner’s body, plus how to respond safely …