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Buying a horse is exciting, and in today’s economy, there are a wide variety of them available at rock-bottom prices.  Keep in mind that buying a horse is a huge investment – in money, time and commitment.  You’ll want to make sure you purchase a horse that is right for you – one that will …
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Buying a Thoroughbred racehorse is an investment in time and money, so it’s important that you educate yourself about the racing industry and the costs involved. If you don’t take the time to learn, you can waste a lot of time and money on the wrong Thoroughbred racehorse. All Thoroughbred racehorses in the United States …
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Choosing the right English BridleTry out several bits and bridles before you buy anything. The fit of the bridle will depend on how the horse reacts to it. If the horse starts to squirm or look uncomfortable that is not the right fit for the horse. You also want to choose high quality leather, it …
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Having to give a horse a shot is not an unusual task for owners and equine aficionados.  However, injecting the shot properly is necessary to avoid risk of abscess, infection or anaphylactic shock; for example, if you own a horse, you should always have epinephrine ready in case anaphylactic shock sets in. Most shots are …
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While it is generally preferable to have a professional shoe your horse, situations may arise where you may have to remove a horseshoe on your own. For example, while out riding, your horse’s shoe might come loose or even partially twisted off, exposing your horse to potential injury. For such emergency situations, knowing how to …
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Dressage has been the premier form of equestrian training for hundreds of years.   A horse with proper dressage training will take lead and direction from its rider while appearing graceful and effortless in its movement.  This “horse ballet” has been a competitive sport in the Olympics since 1912 and continues today as a popular …
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Buying a western saddle is one of the most important decisions you will make for you and your horse. It can be a difficult choice since you need to match one of the many variations of western saddles available to your horse’s body type.  Being informed and knowing your options can make your saddle purchase …
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Jumping is one of the many exercises that riders demonstrate on horseback. Jumping competitions take a variety of aspects into account in judging the skill of both the horse and the rider when jumping. While most horses naturally complete small jumps, a horse must be trained to carry out specific motions when jumping with a …
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