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Archive for October, 2009

Check before you Buy

Categories: Owning a Horse | October 30th, 2009 | by admin | no comments

Do These 8 Tests Before You Buy The Horse

Author: Jon Weaver

friesian-horseBuying a horse is actually the simple procedure of exchanging dollars and cents for an animal of your choice. But buying an animal suited to your abilities is a difficult task. Before looking for a horse decide what use and purpose the horse will serve, for pleasure, for breeding, or for showing. Each of these is in a different category and requires a different kind of animal. However, you may be fortunate enough to find a combination of all three attributes.

Consider these tests before you buy a horse:

1. Look at him from a distance and examine his build as a whole. This is called conformation, and each breed of horse has certain characteristics that identify him by form. The animal should carry his head well and be neatly put together.

2. Check for soundness. Run your hands up and down his legs. Look for an unexplained lump or sign of soreness.

3. Test his vision. A horse should blink when you wave your hand in back of his eye.

4. See whether or not he leads in or out of the stable easily.

5. Watch saddling and bridling. See if he is uneasy when cinched. Some horses are afraid of a girth, caused by too tight a cinch. Notice whether or not he is bridle shy, touchy about the ears; whether he opens his mouth to receive the bit.

6. Have the owner ride the animal so you can see how he handles. Watch whether he stops easily, reins well, backs, and has an easy gait. Have the owner work the horse to a gallop. Try to determine if he is speed crazy. The owner should guarantee the safety of the animal as to training. Also, note whether or not there is excessive breathing, noise with the breathing, and flanks that heave spasmodically.

7. Most important! Ride the horse yourself. Is he smooth in the walk, trot, and canter? Does he shy? Is he spooky? Can you start and stop him? Is he too spirited for you to handle? Does he switch his tail constantly? Can you ride him away from the stable? A tail-switcher means that the animal has been pushed too fast in training and indicates nervousness. Usually a horse that has been trained by a woman will not like a man rider, or will be uneasy with a man on his back. Sometimes this works in the reverse. Many times it is because of the handling of the reins. A man is normally heavier handed than a woman. However, this depends on the horse and the rider in the main, but it is something to consider in buying a horse that has been privately owned by one person for some time.

8. Don’t buy a stallion. He may look good in the movies but is not practicable in real life. He is likely to be unpredictable and should be managed only by an expert horseman. He belongs, mainly, on the breeding farm. You’ll find just as much spirit and animation in a good mare or gelding and far less trouble.

No horse is perfect, but whatever faults are present you must decide whether or not they may be eliminated with some training. Many times all a horse needs is work. Horses also respond to owners. They have their likes and dislikes. Personalities clash just as between people. Whole personalities have changed with ownership. Be sure the animal is suited to your own capabilities.

And, once again, don’t buy the first horse you see. Some­where there is a horse suited to you. Two things are important: the age of the rider and of the horse, and the experience or lack of it in both rider and animal.                 One mustperuvian buy equal the other, rider and animal, because no matter how well trained      the horse, if the rider does not understand this training, then the horse will not   work well. And a good horse can soon be ruined by a poor rider.

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Horses help Children with Special Needs

Categories: Horses and Health | October 30th, 2009 | by admin | no comments

The New Role of Horse Therapy for Autistic Children

therapy kidsParents of autistic children have had many therapies and medications tossed their way, with hopes of reaching their children on a whole new level. Many parents are now looking after the potential of alternative methods for their children’s condition despite all the promises of many therapies and medications. Even though the autistic aware community has become increasingly focused on horse therapy, this is still considered a new but promising therapy model for children with all type of disabilities especially autism.

Horses are of course majestic animals that carry with them a fabulous tale of potential, wonder, and amazing feats. However, their new role as a therapy model for autistic children has come under great scrutiny from some more clinically disposed experts.

Most physicians, psychiatrists, and other experts believe that horse therapy only introduce an additional stimulus into the mix. There are others who believe that horse therapy holds great potential for those well trained and great potential for failure for those who believe they can just stick an autistic child and a horse in the same area and wait for a miracle.

The Horse Communicator

There have been movies made and books written about the possibilities horse therapies present. In fact, some of the great myths and legends of Native American origin include horses that can ultimately reach the unreachable, guide the blind and grace the deaf. These myths and legends make fantastic movie material, but those with disabled children live in the real world. Is it possible that a horse can help bring a child to a new level of communication? Of course it is. Those who have experienced success state rather emphatically that the therapy is not for all autistic children or all horses. Just like people, dogs, and cats, some horses have a higher degree of sensitivity. Some autistic children are looking to be reached while others are not. The right child paired with the right horse is the magic combination, according to those who have successfully helped autistic children communicate and reach out through horses.

Hopes, Dreams, and Realism

Many therapies that come along in hopes of helping autistic and otherwise disabled children, all of which are heavily publicized and turned into the media spectacle of new hope and promise. Those who have received proper training and have participated in case studies want parents to completely understand that horses are incredibly sensitive and can possibly stimulate a child’s communication skills; thus because of this horse therapy has intentionally stayed as far from the media spotlight. Horses, just like all other experimental therapies and treatments, have successfully reached many children in ways that their parents and other clinical experts have not been able to. However, not every disabled child will look toward a horse just as not every disabled child will respond the same way toward medication and other therapies.

Not Just Any Trainer

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The neighbor down the road who owns a horse or that farm that you pass on the way to the beach that has horses running around is not likely to be the place to introduce a disabled child to the horse. Horses that have proven to work effectively with disabled children have undergone some amount of training to help make them less intimidating. The trainers have gone through extensive training in order to understand how previously successful sessions have worked. Parents should be strongly cautioned against anyone making significant claims, advertising the services of their horse, or anyone offering to treat the child that offers up no credible form of proof of education and certification. People will prey on the desperateFree Articles, and horse therapy is no different. The right trainer and the right horse are strictly required in order to involve a disabled child in horse therapy.

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Famous Horses

Categories: Famous Horses | October 29th, 2009 | by admin | no comments

Disney’s Famous Dinner Show & Wild Adventure

Adventure Author:  Ricky Martin

disney arabian nightsAt the proximity of Walt Disney World Resort, Arabian Nights dinner show is held in a big theater. This dinner show is famous in Orlando and in the world as well. The performers are well trained horse riders and actors. The impeccable acting of the characters creates a perfect medieval atmosphere with the knights and the horses. Just see how the fairy tales come to live. The whole drama centers round the main theme that is the love story of a princesses and a prince which results into a grand wedding celebration.   Arabian Nights dinner show is performed in the world largest climate controlled equestrian arena with one thousand and two hundred seated facilities for audiences. The attractions of the show include chariot races, bareback riding, etc. And the performer horses are from around the world.

Almost thirteen breed horses can be seen in the show. The types of the horses are Arabian, American Quarter horse, Andalusian, Appaloosa, Belgian, Canadian Warmblood, Donkey, Lippizzaner, Paint, Percheron, Standardbred, and Saddlebred. Around two dozens theme acts has been played in this dinner show to captivate the audience since its opening.

Thus buy Arabian Nights Tickets and enjoy to the fullest. The great combination of show and the dinner increases its popularity day by day. However, the menu served during the show includes various mouthwatering dishes and gastronomic elements. Moreover, wedding cake is also served among the wedding guests as dessert.   Islands of Adventure offer many exciting adventures for the wild adventure seekers. People of all ages can visit this island to discover this world of fantasy.

Kids find very interesting for the comic book characters like Dr. Seuss come to life in Seuss Landing. Buy Island of Adventure Tickets to explore the other interesting themed islands such as Marvel Super Hero Island, Toon Lagoon, Jurassic Park, and the Lost Continent. Every theme island has its unique theme of attraction.

Apart from these, Islands of Adventure is a home to many dinning locations such as the Circus McGurkus Cafe Stoo-pendous. So buy these Disney World Tickets to enjoy the Disney magic and Disney adventures.ArabianNights 2

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Horse language

Categories: Horse Training | October 29th, 2009 | by admin | no comments

Reading the Subtle Clues of Horse Language

Author: Mariam Ma

earsIt is with obvious Hollywood trickery that the famous “Mr. Ed” the horse did not actually talk on the classic TV show of the same name. However, this does not mean that horses cannot communicate with humans. We just have to “listen” carefully. Here are some regulary horse expressions. Instead of reading lips, try reading the ears of a horse. The ears of a horse can express a lot of what the equine is trying to say. When the horse’s ears are pinned back and he is showing you the whites of his eyes, watch out, he means business! There are milder versions of this expressions as his ears might be pulled back just because he’s annoyed or maybe he’s even listening to noises behind him. However, when the eyes are bugged out with ears pinned back flat, beware. The ears of a horse can show signs of aggression as mentioned above or signs of boredom. When the ears of a horse are turned back and jutting out gently, it is usually a sign of ennui.

Make sure that the horse is aware of your presence before your approach as not to risk startling him. The positions of ears to the back and to the side have been discussed. All that remains are ears in the forward position. At this position, it usually means that the horse is alert. Occasionally, he might turn his ears back when you’re riding him as to listen to your commands. Conversely, a horse might be ultra alert because he senses danger. Ears pricked forward and stiff along with tense muscles can signal fear.

Being prey animals, horses can pick up a lot of things to get twitchy about. If the horse does is constantly on high alert, gentle corrective measures should take place.

There are many nuances when reading a horse’s body language and its ears are just one aspect of learning the way horses communicate. However, it is his most expressive body part.

In horse racing, there is a famous expression, straight from the horse’s mouth to indicate who is the likely winner. This information jokingly comes from those in the trusted inner circle – being the horse himself. But from what we know of horse communication, perhaps it would be more accurate to change it straight from the horse’s ears? Perhaps, but it doesn’t have the same ring and the show Mr. Ed would not have been nearly as funny.ears 2

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Horse Tack

Categories: Horse Equipment | October 29th, 2009 | by admin | no comments

Introducing Horse Tack

Author: Lydia K Kelly

tackIt can be difficult to know when, or how to introduce tack for the first time when training a young horse. Indeed, the very idea of adding tack can be so overwhelming that people put it off for far too long. Fortunately, most horses accept tack with very few difficulties. The trick is to introduce it slowly so that the horse has time to get used to it.

The first thing to introduce is the bit. If your horse is used to wearing a halter, but is a little head-shy, you might find it easiest to try a bit without a bridle at all. While some people like to sweeten the bit with a bit of molasses, this is really a matter of personal preference. Start out with a soft bit, such as a snaffle. Use some binder twine to tie the bit to the far side of the halter, so that it is at the level of the horse’s mouth. (You might need to tie the twine to the upper ring on the halter to make it fit properly.) Tie a second piece of twine to the near ring of the bit, so that you can tie it when you are ready. Now, holding the horse on a lead-line, slide the bit into the horse’s mouth from the far corner. Most horses will readily open their mouths for the bit. If he does not, stick your finger into the near corner of his mouth and he should open up. Hold the bit in place for a moment, and then slip it out again. Repeat a couple of times, until he accepts the bit without fuss. Then tie the near side of the bit onto the halter so that it rests comfortably in the horse’s mouth. While the horse has the bit on, spend some time grooming him. Try taking him for a walk. Do not apply pressure to the bit, just let him chew on it and get used to the feeling.

Next time, add the bridle. Make sure that it is properly adjusted before putting it on. Once again, just let your horse get used to the bridle, grooming him and taking him for a walk. You can put a halter over the bridle so that you don’t need to put any pressure on the bit.

To add the saddle, start out with a saddle pad. Get your horse used to having it placed over his back and moved around. When he is comfortable with the saddle pad, place you saddle on his back. Make sure the stirrups and any other pieces that might flap around are removed. Place it gently on his back, holding it so that it will not fall. Take it on and off a few times.

When you add the girth, start out with it on a loose hole. Very slowly tighten the girth so that it is snug. Do not move your horse with the saddle on if it is not tight. It is far scarier to have the saddle slip than to have a tight girth. It is a good idea to put the saddle on in the arena the first time or two. This way, if the horse breaks away from you, he cannot go too far. Once you have the saddle on tight, you can let him go so that he can have a run around the ring. Most horses will buck a few times, or try escaping the saddle. Keep him from rolling, but otherwise let him get used to the feel of the saddle. After a while, he will settle, realizing that it is not going to fall off, no matter what he does.

Finally, you can start asking your horse to work on the longe line with his saddle and bridle on. Again, put the halter on over the bridle, and attach the longe line to it so that there is no pressure on the bit yet. Take your time and allow him to get used to everything before adding stirrups or other straps. If he is given the chance to get used to the saddle and bridle in an easy, non-confrontational way, he should accept them in readily in the long run.

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About the Author: Lydia K Kelly is a writer for HorseClicks, classifieds of horses for sale Oregon , horses for sale Pennsylvania , horses for sale Rhode Island and other states. Lydia is also a featured author at www.ArticleKing.com


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Buying a Horse

Categories: Owning a Horse | October 26th, 2009 | by admin | no comments

So You Want To Own A Horse?

Author: Micheal Manning

RMHAs a boarding stables in Atlanta we have had many customers go through the wonderful experience of buying their first horse. If this is you, we hope this article helps you make the right decisions! So you are thinking of looking for a horse!

Congratulations! But before you rush into anything… Owning a horse is a big responsibility. Just like owning any pet, you should put a great deal of thought and consideration before you decide to purchase an equine. Since most peoplewill have to board horses off their property, you should first consider finding a suitable stable before you purchase a horse. Also, consider your wants and needs. If you or your boarding stable has limited space, you obviously don’t want a draft horse like a Clydesdale. However, if you are in need of a large horse to do a great deal of work pulling wagons, you should consider breeds other than Shetlands. There are a great number of breeds, each with a different pro and con. Carefully review each breed, and you will be positive to find the exact type of horse to fit your needs and your lifestyle.

Answering these questions will be hugely beneficial prior to purchase!

1. Do you want a horse that you can show?

2. Do you want a horse for work purposes?

3. Do you want a horse to jump or ride competitively?

4. Do you want a horse to race?

5. Do you want a horse to ride on trails or one that is compatible with kids?

6. Do you want a horse with good resell value?

After you know why you want a horse (and the answer should be better than “just because”), you can set out deciding what breed is best for you. Keep in mind, even though the breed might fit everything you want, each horse will have a different personality. Before you run out and buy the first horse in your desired breed, take a careful look at the specific horse in question. Investing in a great farrier and veterinarian check now will pay off in the long run!

If you are interesting in showing a horse for its beauty and grace, an Arabian horse is probably your best bet.These beautiful creatures are well-liked on the show circuit and enjoy being fussed and fawned over. (Although they can be a bit – well – headstrong!)

For those brave riders who want a horse for jump training, the strong-legged Thoroughbred may be the perfect fit. These gentle giants are rugged enough to withstand the abuse of jumping, but are agile enough to soar over the highest gates.

If you would rather have a rough-and-tumble horse perfect for uneven trail rides, the American Quarter Horse should be your top pick. These famous horses are often used in competitive Western riding events, including the exciting barrel racing. American Quarter Horses are perfect for the hardtraining required for competitive racing, but also have the sure-footed step necessary for making the fast turns and negotiating rocky terrain.

A Tennesse Walker or Mountain Horse is the perfect fit for the horse owners who want to go on quiet rides. The gentle gait of these beautiful creatures gives these horses the best ride over even terrain.

Finally, if you are looking a horse for a kid, think about a smaller breed like the Icelandic. The shorter stature better fits the proportion of a child, and their smooth gait and easy-going attitude will prevent much bumping and jostling.

Whatever your choice of breed, carefully consider its pros and cons. Even though you may have your heart set on one specific breed, if it will not meet your needs, you should carefully rethink your choice. A horse is a huge responsibility and you cannot simply return the magnificent creature because you did not seriously research all your options and hastily chose a horse that will not fit into your lifestyle.

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Children & Horses – A great Combination

Categories: Horses & Children | October 26th, 2009 | by admin | no comments

10 Ways Horses Build Character in Children

Author: Manesntails

horses kids1. Learn Responsibility – Horses will teach your child responsibility very quickly. Make sure that your child does all the work involved in caring for the horse. Everything from feeding, cleaning stalls, grooming, saddling and riding. Children will want to ride but they may not always be eager to do the work. However children almost always fall in love with the horses that they handle and they will want to take as good care of them. Once they know that the horse depends on them and that in order to ride they have to take good care of the horses, they will learn to be more responsible in other aspects of there life.

2. Learn Trust – Horses must be able to trust their handlers. One of the first things that your child will learn about handling and riding horses is to be trustworthy and dependable, because if the horse doesn’t trust its handler it will not obey him/her. This can be a very valuable life long lesson for your child.

3. Learn to be Open Minded – Every horse is different and will have to be handled differently. A good horseman never stops learning, even experts and trainers will admit that they learn something new everyday from their horses. Horses will make your child realize that learning is an on going process that never ends. This can transcend into other aspects, such as school and relationships.

4. Build Confidence – Horses are large and intimidating, so naturally it takes a lot of confidence to be able to control one. Letting a your child handle a gentle horse will do wonders for their confidence. Most people are naturally a little bit timid, especialy a child of horses because they are so big. By handling a gentle horse children will overcome their fear and learn that they can safely handle and control the same animal that they were once had great fear of. The better your child learns how to handle the horse, the more confident he/she will become. When children do well with the horses that they handle, their confidence goes up and their self esteem improves. They now realize that this huge creature they were once afraid of is a beautiful and loving animal.

5. Learn Patience – Horses are like children themselves, and training a horse is much like teaching a child. When your child has become a confident and skilled rider, letting them help train a horse will be an excellent experience for them. Horses require a lot of patience because training a young horse involves a lot of repetition and time. This is a lesson that will follow them in all aspects of life.

6. Self Discipline – Horses take a lot of time and work, so your child will have to be dedicated to learning how to ride and handle horses effectively. I have found that dedication is rarely something that children lacks when it comes to horses. People, especially young people, have a natural attraction to horses and enjoy spending time with them. However, because horses are a lot of work your child will soon learn self discipline. For example, instead of sleeping in in the morning, they will be up and out feeding and cleaning. Horses must be fed twice daily and have access to fresh water at all times. Their stalls must be cleaned regularly and they must receive regular exercise. This will take a lot of time, but most people find that it is worth it for the time they get to spend riding, or just being with horses.

7. Teaches Sensitivity – Horses can be very sensitive creatures. They have keen senses, and can sense if someone is afraid, angry, happy, etc. They communicate with body language and are very sensitive to their handler’s body position. Because horses are so sensitive, the handler must be also. The handler must be able to tell how the horse is feeling and why it is behaving the way it is. The handler must learn to interpret the horses body language and to communicate effectively with the horse using its own language. When a horse misbehaves, the handler must decide whether or not the horse is doing so out of fear, stubbornness, anger, pain etc. and must respond appropriately.

8. How to Learn From Our Mistakes – When your child first starts learning to ride and handle horses they will make a lot of mistakes and will learn quickly not to make the same mistake twice. That is what horsemanship is all about. When a rider makes a mistake he/she cannot deny it. They must acknowledge the mistake and correct it. The rider must move on after correcting the mistake and not dwell on it. Handling and riding horses will teach your child to use their past mistakes to improve their future horsemanship skills and this will tanscend into other aspects of your childs life.

9. Learn Respect – Children will learn to respect their horses and themselves. Horses are large, dangerous creatures and they demand respect, yet in order to be handled safely they must also respect their handlers. By learning how to handle a horse, children will become more respectful of there horse and its nature. By being trustworthy, confident and responsible your child will earn the respect of there horse.

10. To Have Fun – Last but certainly no least, your child should have fun and enjoy being apart of the horse life style. You don’t want to put too much demand on your child, you need to let them have fun with there horse as well as know when its time to be serious. I hope the information provided here will help you realize how important it is for you to find a creative yet fulfilling way horse smileing kidsfor you to teach your child all aspects of owning and caring for a horse. Article Source:

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Horse Training

Categories: Horse Training | October 23rd, 2009 | by admin | no comments

Short and Long Term Goals in Horse Training

Author: Alan Largo

paint-tarp-conesFor many of us, we find that it is far easier to achieve our goals if we set them by firmly imprinting them in our minds. Or it is even more preferable to write them down. Setting both short term and long term goals in horse training allows you to determine where you are heading and how to keep track of your accomplishments along the way. To aid in goal setting, always keep a log book of what horse training procedures you did, and also the times and dates along with the results. Knowing you are consistently achieving your goals can help you confidently continue to work towards them. Nothing seems to feel worse than to keep striving towards your goals and not really make much progress at all with them. If you are training your horse and not having much luck, it may be time to re-establish your goals. Of course, short term goals are the first essential steps in horse training. When you set any goals, make sure that you write them down! This will greatly help you to keep track of your goals and remind you what you hope to accomplish. Failure to write them down can be self-defeating.

Studies have shown that people who write down their goals are much more likely to succeed. Thirty-day goals are more ideal for smaller tasks such as getting your wild horse used to you and getting him/her to allow you to halter it more easily. These are very significant short term goals and crucial to your horse training success. Afterwards, you can set up sixty-day goals and ninety-day goals for more advanced horse training procedures. Pace yourself and do not try to race through it. Remember, like with anything else, it takes time. Goals are your dreams that you want to see realized. These are certainly what you hope to achieve in your horse training endeavors, both now and in the long run. Where do you want to be one year from now? Where would you like to be in five years, ten years or twenty years from this day? What exactly do you hope to achieve? Write down your answers and stick with them. Your short term and long term goals can be virtually anything, but it is important to make them realistic and achievable! There is no point in trying to set up goals that you know are unworkable and impossible to pull off. Wild horse training was never meant to be accomplished in just a couple of days or in a few weeks. It takes time, patience and perseverance.

Always remember to be fair with yourself and do not sell yourself short. It is important to remember that your goals should not be set in stone. If you find that you have not been able to accomplish certain goals within in a given time frame, you can always change the time line of your goals to make it more manageable. This is fully acceptable to do. Because remember, every horse is different and so is every trainer. When setting your goals, remember to take one step at a time and cross them off your list as you go. With each goal you cross off, you will feel a great sense of pride and accomplishment!

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Horse Health

Categories: Horse Health | October 23rd, 2009 | by admin | no comments

Understanding the Health of your Horse

Author: Benjamin Wise

eyeYour horses health can be affected by lack of shelter and clean water. Horses living in fields are subject to hot sun, pouring rain and flies. Horses with no access to water can become dehydrated and die. Drainage ditches and stagnant ponds are not a suitable source of water for your horse. A shelter acts as a windbreak and a dry place to escape from flies. Horses living at pasture must be checked at least twice a day. Grooming your pastured horse provides a good opportunity to inspect your horse for injuries. Grooming also keeps the coat clean and prevents matted hair. Dirt and matted hair reduces your horses ability to keep warm and encourages skin diseases such as rain scald or rot. That is the last thing you want to happen to your horse. Depending on the quality of pasture, your horse may need supplemental feeding. Providing a mineral block to your horse in pasture provides a good source of nutrients. If you note your horse has lost weight you will need to increase his grain ration. As a good guide increase your horses grain before the cold of winter hits. Your horse will need all the nutrition it can get to last a long winter. A horse living in a pasture offers you low-maintenance and less time commitment than a stabled horse. However a pastured horse should not be neglected simply because he is free in a field. Observing your horse will help will help to maintain its health.

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