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Horseback Riding Lessons For Beginners By : Paul Gray There are some things that just come natural to some. Some people are almost born knowing how to stay on a skateboard. I seem to have been born with the ability to ride a horse. Understanding the importance of olive oil By : Adam Scott Olive oil is mostly found to be common in the Mediterranean countries including Portugal. Olive oil contains healthy monounsaturated fatty acids and it contains about 75% of oleic acid which remains stable even at high temperatures. Olive oil does not have any adverse affect on blood cholesterol levels. Fell Pony - The Oldest Horse Breed That Originated In The Age Of Roman Empire By : Phil Wiskell The Fell Pony gets its name, FELL, from the Norse word meaning "hill". During the four centuries of Roman occupation on the border between England and Scotland, extra troops -- French, Dutch, German, Polish, Spanish and eastern European cavalrymen -- were brought in to protect Hadrian's Wall which separated the countries and to maintain law and order. Competing In Dressage - Tips For Your Dressage Horse Show By : Phil Wiskell Many horse people find that while riding at home is fun, they are interested in trying to show their horse and their riding skills. Introduction To The Dressage As A Horse Competing Event By : Phil Wiskell When thinking of dressage the first thing that often comes to mind are the incredible efforts of the riders in the Olympic dressage ring each Summer Olympics. Showing On The Line By : Phil Wiskell When you have babies around the farm it is sometimes hard to leave them alone and wait until they are old enough to start under saddle training. Fortunately there are other things that you can do with your young horses to keep you busy and to prepare them for their future. Your First Hunter Show By : Phil Wiskell So, you have decided to try showing in the hunter ring. If this is your first show you probably have a lot of questions about how a show is run. It is my hope that this guide will ease your worries and allow you to have a pleasant experience. Should I Invest In A Horse Trailer? By : Phil Wiskell If you have horses and like to get off the property to ride, you probably have asked yourself this question at least once. There are many things to consider when thinking of buying a trailer and your decision should be based on your specific situation. Showing Your Horse To Clients By : Phil Wiskell When you have horses for sale you will inevitably have clients out to see your horse in person. If you have not had much experience in buying and selling horses, it is hard to know how best to present your horse to bring out his best characteristics for the clients. Horse Grooming Basics - What Every Beginner Should Know By : Phil Wiskell One of the nicest ways to bond with your horse is to spend time grooming him. While sometimes it is ok to just give your horse a quick dust-off before you ride, every so often you should spend some extra time with him just getting to know him as you groom. Tips For Competing At The Horse Shows By : Phil Wiskell While owning a riding a horse is a wonderful experience in itself, most riders eventually feel the urge to take their horse out into the world of horse showing. Keeping A Horse In The Backyard - Do's and Dont's By : Phil Wiskell As more people move to the outskirts of town, many consider keeping horses at home. With a country home and a few acres of land childhood dreams of having a horse of their own no longer seem unattainable. But, what does it take to keep a horse at home? Choosing A Horse Lesson Barn By : Phil Wiskell Taking riding lessons is a great way to introduce yourself to the world of horses. But before you rush out to the first stables listed in the classifieds section there are a few things you should know. Horse Training: It Just Takes A Little Bit Of Time By : Alan Largo When you have a wild horse or a newborn, they are not adept at all to your training techniques. The very first step in training your horse is to develop a relationship between you and the horse. If you happen to have a new horse for yourself, you must take into consideration that he or she does not know you. The horse does not have the slightest idea of who you are... Need to know Facts about Saddles By : Jessica Thomson A supportive structure designed for a rider or other load, fixed firmly to an animal's back is considered as a Saddle. The most ordinary type is the equestrian saddles intended for a horse, but specific saddles have also been prepared for camels and other creatures. Advantages of horse back riding By : Mari milian For many centuries horseback riding has been much popular for many reasons. Soon, horse riding became a chief mode of travel. First, horses were mainly used for fighting and hunting purposes as the speed of the horse gave people good advantage. Horse Riding in Ireland By : Toureagle An exciting Irish horse riding tour takes you on a circular route from Dublin. Go horse riding near Dublin at the Calliaghstown Riding Centre, set in the idyllic foothills of the Dublin and Wicklow mountains. Then stop over at Birr, where you can enjoy a trail ride through the Slieve Bloom Mountains. Limerick and Ennis both offer scenic horse trekking, and Galway provides beach, lake and forest trails, ensuring plenty of options for horse riding enthusiasts in Ireland. Choosing a correct youth camp By : Ron There is numerous numbers of options in front of you from which you can select a youth summer camp. But it is a very hard task that you will find it to be annoying and sometimes more infuriating. The Art of Show Jumping By : Jimmy Cox There is often a certain feeling of relief when a fence, particularly a difficult one, has been left safely behind. Such a feeling endangers concentration, and for a few very important strides the rider may forget his preconceived plan and a very momentous phase in the round may be indifferently ridden. Etiquette Among Horsemen - The Mystery Explained By : Jimmy Cox Horseman in general are the most congenial, the most helpful group in the world, but don't like and won't accept phonies. Everyone wants to have the feeling of belonging whenever they join a horse group. A rider may become obnoxious, without meaning to, by the manners he displays and the way he manages his horse around others. To get "off on the right foot" is important. A New 'Star' at Horse of the Sun Ranch By : Dennis Copson Sigaf, an award-winning Andalusian stallion purchased earlier this year by Stephanie Parisi, founder of 'Horse of the Sun', will now highlight the Spanish Classical training there for which his breed is known. The ranch is an exclusive equestrian training and boarding facility forty five minutes east of San Diego in Pine Valley, CA. Record 4,000 Career Win For Asmussen By : Ally White Steve Asmussen, an ex- jockey who became an instructor after going up too big to continue riding competitively. Asmussen obtained his 4,000th career victory when J J’s Bud won the third competition on Sunday at Oaklawn Park. Horseback Riding Summer Camp By : Lily Woods Horseback riding has been popular for centuries for a many reasons. Today, horseback riding is primarily used for recreation and therapy. African Horse Sickness By : Alison Grimston African horse sickness is a potentially fatal, untreatable illness of equines, and cases are being found further north with global warming. If a case of this notifiable disease were to be found in the UK, we may find a foot and mouth-type slaughter situation occurring among our equines. Read on for more information! Buying the Right Saddle By : Azlan A saddle is one of the first pieces of equipment nearly all people purchase after they get a horse. It is a major investment; selecting and purchasing a saddle require much deliberation and knowledge. The life span of most saddles is several times that of a horse, so take great care when choosing a saddle. A Dream of Horse Assisted Pastoral Care By : Michael D. Dawson While it is true that a therapist’s value system will influence his or her view of treatment goals, it is also true that the manner in which spiritual issues are handled can dramatically influence outcomes of therapy. At a minimum, the ethical counselor is aware of his or her own beliefs, and makes sure that they don’t harm the client in any way. But, having done this, has the therapist fully discharged duty to client? Horse Insurance Specialties And Advice By : Calvin Joness Not all owners are good candidates for pet insurance It depends on the age and breed of your pet, but you can find pet insurance premiums as low as $10-$15 per month. Getting a pet insurance will cost you a good deal of money therefore you must be very careful in your choices. Horse Dentistry From All Ages By : Calvin Joness For the past couple of centuries, Europeans have had a particularly strong interest in horse's teeth. Horses in the natural state do not usually require dentistry, the same as they do not require a furrier. Even if your vet checks your horse's teeth every half year, the chances are very high that there are points on the outside of the upper premolars and molars which are causing either constant discomfort or digging ulcerations in the cheeks. The Cowboys Elegant Spanish Ancestry By : Penny Warren This article was written using information taken from Time Life books series "The Old West", and this particular article used "The Cowboys" for reference. Getting Your Horse to Be Confident In You By : Calvin Joness Ponys are sensitive creatures and building a close bond between the Pony and rider is an important aspect of riding. while Ponys have had a bad history with abusive owners in the past, it can be difficult for the Pony to rely the new rider. However with time, you can still get the Pony to rely you if you do spend time and effort to get to know the Pony. In this way, it will be much easier to control the Pony while it has confidence in you. Getting Your Horse to Trust In You By : Calvin Joness Ponys are sensitive creatures and building a close bond between the Pony and rider is an important aspect of riding. while Ponys have had a bad history with abusive owners in the past, it can be difficult for the Pony to trust the new rider. However with time, you can still get the Pony to trust you if you do spend time and effort to get to know the Pony. In this way, it will be much easier to control the Pony while it has confidence in you. A Quick Look At Portuguese Saddles By : Clyde Lee Dennis Information on Portuguese Saddles Selecting the Best Saddle By : Azlan A saddle is one of the first pieces of equipment nearly all people purchase after they get a horse. It is a major investment; picking out and buying a saddle call for much calculation and understanding. The life-time of nearly all saddles is several times that of a horse, so take great care when selecting a saddle. What’s A Girl’s Best Friend, Horses or Diamonds? By : Linda Shute The author compares her love of horses to that of diamonds. Growing up and caring for animals taught her responsibility, freedom and independance. Horse racing – the sport of the Kings By : Clint Jhonson The British claim their country is the home of modern horse racing. They were indeed the ones who recognized the value of this noble sport, formed the first Jockey Club ever (in 1750) and established standards, rules and regulations. However, historical records prove that horse racing events were part of the Greek Olympics back in the BC time. Avoiding Equine Emergencies In the Trailer By : Ann Marie Henry For as long as people have made horses a part of their lives, there have been horse related emergencies. Those who don’t know much about horses are often surprised that these seemingly graceful and beautiful animals are so accident prone. Equine Colic - Would You Know What To Do? By : Mark Andrews "I think your horse has colic." Words to strike fear into any horse owner's heart. But what is colic? What signs should you look for? Colic refers to pain originating in the abdomen. Generally horses do not tolerate abdominal pain very well. So if there is any disturbance of gut function they tend to show signs of pain. Signs of mild discomfort might be stretching, standing as if to urinate, and pawing the ground. If he is more painful the horse will get up and down, ... Holidays On Horseback By : Helen Hobbs Whether you are a thrill-seeking daredevil or a committed “Happy Hacker”, there is sure to be a riding holiday to suit you . The choice of country and terrain is enormous and you can opt for a blissful week of escape from the family in beautiful and unspoilt surroundings. Alternatively, make it a family treat – even if some of the clan are totally non-horsey. The first thing to consider with any riding holiday is your true level of riding ability and stamina. A weekend... Horse Trailer Safety By : Gary Wells Make sure your horse trailer can safely transport animals. Mathematics And Saddle By : James Monahan As weird as it may seem, the term saddle is also connected with mathematics.
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