Draw Rein vs. Running Martingale
Draw reins and martingales have different purposes, and it can be challenging to figure out when you need to use either. This article explains draw […]
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Side Reins Vs. Draw Reins
Riders dealing with a resistant horse may be wondering if the answer to getting their horses working softly over their backs lies in the use
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Do Riding Crops Hurt Horses?
Some countries and states have imposed striking limits (even banned crops) to protect horses. In an often-quoted example, a jockey in the Kentucky Derby has
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Which Stirrups are Best for Dressage?
Dressage is the basis for all other disciplines. It creates harmony and understanding between both horse and rider, developing the bond between the two. Dressage
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Different Types Of Leg Wraps For Horses
Regardless of whether the stable houses the next Olympic champion or the 28yr old family Shetland, at least one of the yard horses will sport
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What Is The Best Bit For A Horse With A Sensitive Mouth?
The bit sits in the horse’s mouth and acts as an interface between the rider’s hands and the horse’s mouth. Horses with sensitive mouths often
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Best Stirrups for Showjumping
In jumping, there are many different sub-disciplines that can be done. I have been doing Showjumping, hunter, eventing, and equitation for many years now, and
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What Is a Hackamore and What Is It Used For?
Horse riding seems to come with its own complex language. The terms can boggle the mind: crupper, eggbutt French link, fender, frog, gymkhana, and pelham,
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Fitbit for Horse Riding? Here’s How!
As every equestrian knows, the horse does not do all the work. Horse riding burns 250 to 700 calories an hour, depending on the style
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Why Do Horses Need Shoes?
Horseshoes make horses sound louder as they walk. They make it all the more painful when a horse steps on your foot. Horseshoes are hung
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Vegan Horse-Riding Equipment: What You Can Buy and Where
For vegetarians and vegans, an apparent ethical dilemma presents when they have to use animal products. Are you looking for quality horse riding equipment without
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Western Saddles vs. English Saddles: The Differences Explained
Let us talk about the difference between Western and English saddles—both types quite different in the equine world, used in vastly different disciplines. In my
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Can You Ride a Horse That is Missing a Shoe?
If your horse wears shoes, it’s a sure thing he will lose a shoe once in a while. Horseshoes will usually stay on your horse’s
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Horse Checklist: What Tack Do You Need For Show Jumping?
Are you interested in show jumping? It might seem a bit overwhelming going through all the pages of rules and regulations, looking for tack, getting
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Can You Ride a Horse in Trainers?
Most horses are no longer used as utility animals; instead, they are partnered with hobbyists, amateur enthusiasts, and dedicated professional athletes, a far cry from
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