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Horse Riding - Free JumpingAuthor: Lydia K Kelly Category: PetsWhat it is and Why Teach your Horse
If you have a young horse that is destined to a life of jumping, or if you are looking to sell a young, unstarted horse, free jumping is an excellent way not only to evaluate your horse’s potential over fences, but also to give him a head start into the world of jumping... Picking the Right HorseAuthor: Lydia K Kelly Category: PetsSo, you have begun shopping for your first horse, but you aren’t sure exactly what you need When selecting a new horse, it is very important not only to consider your personal likes and dislikes, but also your body build, your riding skill and your long-term goals... What Should a Yearling Know?Author: Lydia K Kelly Category: PetsBy the time a horse is a year old, he is already getting pretty big It is difficult to train him if he does not already have solid foundations... Why Do You Need a Big Horse?Author: Lydia K Kelly Category: PetsHorses come in all shapes and sizes, as do people But why is it that so many riders seem to want big horses... Five Things to Look For at a Horse AuctionAuthor: Lydia K Kelly Category: PetsIf you are looking to buy a horse at an auction, it is important to carefully assess the horses before the sale begins...
How to Persuade Your Parents to Buy You a HorseAuthor: Lydia K Kelly Category: PetsSo, you have wanted a horse all your life, but you can’t seem to get your parents to agree to get you one... The Fear of Honesty - Pitfalls in Selling HorsesAuthor: Lydia K Kelly Category: PetsWhen trying to sell a horse, it can be terribly difficult to know what to say to potential clients Sellers are terrified of saying the wrong thing and scaring off a buyer before they even see the horse... Photographing Your Horse For Sale - Six Things to AvoidAuthor: Lydia K Kelly Category: PetsIf you are trying to sell your horse, you probably understand the importance of taking good photos Unfortunately, many sellers post poor quality photos of their horses for sale, turning away potential buyers, and reducing the value of their horse... How To Make Your Horse Breed Association CountAuthor: Lydia K Kelly Category: PetsWhile most breeds of horses are widely supported by an associations that takes care of the registration of the horses in its breed, not all associations are quite equal... What’s In A Horse WalkAuthor: Lydia K Kelly Category: PetsWhile it may seem simple, the horse walk is an important gait that can tell you a great deal about your horse’s overall capabilities as a performance animal...
Understanding Natural HorsemanshipAuthor: Lydia K Kelly Category: PetsWhen people talk about natural horsemanship, they often discuss the efforts of specific trainers and methods... The Language of LongingAuthor: Lydia K Kelly Category: PetsWhile many people understand the basic concept of longing, it is amazing how often the basic language of longing is lost... Being Over-horsedAuthor: Lydia K Kelly Category: PetsWhen trying to find the right horse, it is important to be careful to avoid getting an animal that does not suit you... Five Common Mistakes Horse Buyers MakeAuthor: Lydia K Kelly Category: PetsWhen buying a horse for the first time, it is not uncommon to make some mistakes These are some of the most common pitfalls first-time buyers encounter when buying their first horse... Free Horse Race Betting Tips SheetAuthor: Jimmy Mayon Category: RecreationShort Description: Everyone likes an occasional tip or two, especially those that seem sound and worth trying...
Dog Player Fact SheetAuthor: Jimmy Mayon Category: RecreationShort Description: There are many, many strategies when it comes to horse race betting Some players get their thrills from placing wagers on risky bets... HorseShoeing - To Shoe or Not to ShoeAuthor: Lydia K Kelly Category: PetsThere are many different opinions on the importance of shoes on a horse Some farriers and trainers insist that without a shoe, your horse will never remain sound... What Makes a Horse so Expensive?Author: Lydia K Kelly Category: PetsWhen shopping for horses, it can be scary how expensive they can be But what makes at $10,000 horse so different than a $1000 horse... Should I Keep my Horse at Home?Author: Lydia K Kelly Category: PetsMany horse owners consider if it might be nicer to have their horse at home They would be able to see him any time they wanted, and transportation would never be an issue when it came to riding... Training a Horse to LongeAuthor: Lydia K Kelly Category: PetsOne of the first steps in training a horse is to teach him to longe The longe line is the best place to train a horse many of the basics, from learning its transitions to accepting tack, and even accepting a rider for the first time... Taking Horse PicturesAuthor: Lydia K Kelly Category: PetsEveryone does it Taking pictures of your horse is just as common as taking pictures of your kids... Longing to Tune Up Your HorseAuthor: Lydia K Kelly Category: PetsHorses often become dead to the aids over time They are not as responsive and get bored of what they are doing under saddle... No, This Horse Ribbon is Not For Decoration!Author: Lydia K Kelly Category: PetsYou may have seen it at a show, a lovely horse trotting around the ring sporting a fancy red ribbon in his tail... Introducing Horse TackAuthor: Lydia K Kelly Category: PetsIt can be difficult to know when, or how to introduce tack for the first time when training a young horse... The Heavy Horse RiderAuthor: Lydia K Kelly Category: PetsWith a growing number of people suffering from obesity, it is not surprising that many riders are questioning their horse’s comfort at carrying their weight...
Don’t Give Away Your Senior HorseAuthor: Lydia K Kelly Category: PetsIt is a story heard time and time again: “My horse is too old to be ridden any more I’m offering him free to a good home... Horse Riding - How Many Times Do You Need to Fall?Author: Lydia K Kelly Category: PetsWe have all hear it one time or another in our riding career; it takes 10, 50 or even 100 falls to make a good rider... Maximize Your Horse Racing TipsAuthor: Denice Chims Category: RecreationEven with horse racing tips coming from bookers, trainers and owners, jockeys, and successful gamblers, you shouldn't only bet your money on a particular horse simply because they said so... Maximizing Your Horse Auction PriceAuthor: Lydia K Kelly Category: PetsSometimes, despite our best efforts, it is necessary to sell a horse through auction While this can be a quick fix, often the sale price you receive at an auction is well below your horse’s actual value... Selling Your Horse - First Impressions CountAuthor: Lydia K Kelly Category: PetsWhen a client is coming out to look at a horse that is for sale, it is very important to make a good first impression... |