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Horse Care & Riding : How to Fit an English Saddle to Your Horse

Posted on Tuesday, October 26, 2010 by in Horse Care

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Fit an English saddle on your horse by placing saddle pads on whithers, moving the saddle onto the spine and attaching the girth. Learn to fit an English saddle on a horse with tips from an equestrian team coach in this free video on horseback riding. Expert: Mara Keith-Hunter Contact: www.sycamore-stables.com Bio: Mara Keith-Hunter is a lifelong equestrian and head coach for the Hampshire College equestrian team. Filmmaker: David Pakman

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Horse Care & Riding : How to Take Care of Your Horse’s Hooves

Posted on Monday, October 25, 2010 by in Horse Care

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Care for your horse's hooves by picking hooves daily, monitoring for thrush and applying a conditioner to the outer part of the hoof. Discover more about how to care for your horse's hooves with tips from an equestrian team coach in this free video on horseback riding. Expert: Mara Keith-Hunter Contact: www.sycamore-stables.com Bio: Mara Keith-Hunter is a lifelong equestrian and head coach for the Hampshire College equestrian team. Filmmaker: David Pakman

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Horse Care & Riding : How to Bridle a Horse

Posted on Saturday, October 23, 2010 by in Horse Care

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To bridle a horse, practice getting a horse to open its mouth, attaching the nose band and securing the throat latch. Bridle a horse with tips from an equestrian team coach in this free video on horseback riding. Expert: Mara Keith-Hunter Contact: www.sycamore-stables.com Bio: Mara Keith-Hunter is a lifelong equestrian and head coach for the Hampshire College equestrian team. Filmmaker: David Pakman

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Taking care of 6 year old horse?

Posted on Saturday, October 23, 2010 by in Horse Care
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BrittxContessa asked:


Ok so I've been riding horses for almost 5 years. However, I stopped riding and started up again. Now I ride a 6 year old horse named Tessa who I really love. My parents are considering getting her for my birthday. The problem is, I'm not sure if I can do everything I can for her alone. I have 4 months until my birthday. Should I wait for my next birthday?

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does anybody now how to take care of a horse. please help?

Posted on Friday, October 22, 2010 by in Horse Care
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hott black fan! asked:


i am about to get a miniature shetland pony but i want to know that i can afford to pay for food and everything that goes along with takin caure of ponies, so if u have a horse can u please tell me the average cost per month this is going to cost me so i can know what im gettin myself into... thanks..

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What are 7 basic rules of feeding a horse?

Posted on Friday, October 15, 2010 by in Horse Care
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EquineTTouch... asked:


I need to know what 7 basic feeding rules of the horse are.
I also need to know:
Formal attire? Informal attire? Describe them.
Care of a horse after strenuous work?
What is "banking a stall"?
How to tie a hay net? Do i use a quick release knot or Just a plain knot?
20 basic parts of a horse?
Rules for riding safely on roads of NH?
Procedure for a mounted group crossing the road?

Please answer as many of these questions for me!
Thanks!

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Horse Care & Knowledge : Catching a Horse

Posted on Wednesday, October 13, 2010 by in Horse Care

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Tame horses allow owners or riders to catch, or administer a bridle, easily. Catch a horse for bridling with tips from a ranch owner in thisfree horse care video. Expert: Kathy Kentala Bio: Kathy Kentala owns the Bee Cave Riding Center in Austin, TX. She also owns Signal Hill Ranch, a western venue specializing in team penning and ranch sorting, barrels, poles, and other speed events. Filmmaker: MAKE | MEDIA

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Horse Care & Riding : How to Canter Your Horse

Posted on Tuesday, October 12, 2010 by in Horse Care

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Starting with a sitting trot, canter your horse by increasing leg pressure. Learn to canter a horse with tips from an equestrian team coach in this free video on horseback riding. Expert: Mara Keith-Hunter Contact: www.sycamore-stables.com Bio: Mara Keith-Hunter is a lifelong equestrian and head coach for the Hampshire College equestrian team. Filmmaker: David Pakman

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What do I need to have to take care of a horse?

Posted on Thursday, October 07, 2010 by in Horse Care
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Storm Chaser asked:


I want a horse and I was wondering what exactly I needed to have to be able to take care of a horse. My mom is very experienced with horses, so don't go saying that I just want a horse just to have one, I don't know what I'm getting myself into, blah blah blah. I DO know what I'm getting into. I just wanted to find out what else I need, because I have a lot of things already, just not all.
P.S. I'm not boarding.
She is asleep and I am bored. I kinda can't ask her at this moment, and I don't want to wait.

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What breed of horse would you reccomend for a beginner?

Posted on Tuesday, October 05, 2010 by in Horse Care
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GeanetSinistarâ„¢[? jstar] asked:


I plan on jumping and doing dressage.
And i'm kind of tall (5'7").
I know there are exceptions to every breed, but which are usually good for beginners?

BTW, yes I know how to take care of a horse. I'm just starting to take /riding/ lessons.
Also, if you know of any horses that could meet my needs, please post them. (I live in colorado)

Thanks!
Are QH's okay for lower level shows?

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