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How to Make a Stubborn or Lazy Horse Go Forward
Did you know that horses come in all kinds of personalities? Some horses (and mules) are simply stubborn or lazy, refusing to go forward (sometimes in the face of significant persuasion). Here are some tips to make a medical issue isn't the cause and how to deal with the behavior if not.
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How to Ride Bareback on a Bony Horse
Riding bareback is fun, but not all horses are built for it. How do you handle it when your horse has a bony spine and high withers? Read on to find out.
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Bridle Lameness in Horses: Symptoms, Causes, and Fixes
Bridle lameness is apparent lameness caused by the use of the rein. The first step in correcting it is isolating the cause.
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How to Choose the Best Breed of Dog for Your Barn
What sort of dog should you get for your barn? Here's a list of breeds to consider.
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The Dos and Don'ts of Trimming a Horse
What parts of a horse are trimmed? How do you trim the bridle path? How does it vary from breed to breed? This article answers these questions and provides advice for cutting a horse's mane.
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Horse Training Tools—Spurs
How are horse spurs used? What are the different types? Are they always a tool of abuse?
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How to Stop a Horse From Biting (Nipping It in the Bud)
Did you know that horses bite? Sadly, they can and do. Learn how to keep from getting bitten and discover ways to handle a horse that is prone to nipping.
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Tools for Making Sure Your Saddle Doesn't Slip
Saddle slipping has been a problem for generations of horsemen, and many solutions have been invented. Check out these tools you can use to make sure your saddle doesn't slip.
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Horse Training Tools: Riding Crops and Whips
How many different kinds of horse whips are there? The answer is ... quite a few, and all of them are designed for different disciplines and purposes.
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How to Train the Hard-to-Bridle Horse
Does your horse throw its head in the air when you try to bridle it or turn its back on you when it sees the bit? What causes this problem, and how can it be fixed?
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Dealing With the One-Sided Horse
Why do some horses prefer to turn to one side? If your horse is like this, find out how you can fix this behavior.
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How Big of a Horse Do I Need? (How to Choose the Correct Size Horse)
When looking for a horse, how big of a horse do you need? How much weight can a horse safely carry? It's more complicated than a simple rule of thumb.
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Why Do Horses Have Tails?
Horses are known for their beautiful, flowing tails. Learn why they have a unique tail and what they do with it.
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Horse Training Tools: Martingales
A martingale is a training aid designed to prevent a horse from throwing its head up so high that it becomes dangerous. Learn about the different kinds of martingales and when to use them.
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About Equine Crosses, Mules, and Other Hybrids
Why do people breed mules? What are they useful for? Are there any other equine hybrids—and why? What makes a mule better or worse than a horse?
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Bucking: Why Does a Horse Do It and How to Stop It?
What should you do if your horse bucks? Is he deliberately trying to get you off or not? Learn how to successfully stop this behavior.
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Horse Training: When Is Discipline Abuse?
Where is the line between appropriate discipline of a horse and abuse? Some thoughts on the matter.
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Dealing With the Dominant Horse
Do you own an extremely tough-minded or dominant horse? Here are some tips and tricks for dealing with them.
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How to Handle an Anxious Horse
Here are a few helpful hints and tips about dealing with anxiety and nervousness in horses.
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Preparing Your Property for a Horse at Home
What should you do on your property before bringing a horse home? Learn what proper structures you'll need so you and your horse can start off on the right hoof.