Chat Transcript – Author Mary Midkiff
…woman who loves horses – but how did you, or do you, combat the non-horseworld snickers that typically accompany comments about women and horses. How did you, as an author,…
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Saddle Maker vs. Saddle Fitter
…horse’s back is. To make a saddle that fits a horse comfortably, Baghai begins by measuring the length, width and curvature of the horse’s back, and then he makes a…
11 Tips for Finding ‘Mr. (or Ms.) Right’
…popular) or roans. That’s putting the emphasis on a very incidental thing. A good horse is a good horse, regardless of color. And a bad horse with a good color…
Steer the Equine Tail
…your horse’s neck. You see the front end of your horse, so that’s what you tend to focus on. And don’t most horses seem to go more or less in…
Seven Saddle-Fit Points that Every Rider Should Know
…the horse’s back to check for smooth, even contact. To evaluate the difference between bridging and room for the horse to lift, first note the amount of lift the horse…
On-the-Road Veterinary Care
…your ability. Your horse’s records will help the vet accurately assess your horse’s condition. For example, knowing that your horse is usually energetic will help the vet know that your…
Best Foot Forward
…your horse wears horseshoes, you’re mistaken. Shoes can sometimes help redirect forces in the foot in a better way, but the key to foot comfort and good support-whether wearing horseshoes…
Long in the Tooth
Older horses often have their own particular set of health issues, especially when it comes to dental health. Spend some time watching your older horse eat. Does he leave partly…