Horses

One of the biggest delights for horse lovers is to be able to go riding. For those who cannot enjoy hours in the saddle, harness driving is an alternative.

Jan 28, 2012 - Chris Thomas

If purchasing a horse for yourself, or looking for horses that will suit all sizes of riders for a riding school, both horse and rider should be considered.

Jan 24, 2012 - Chris Thomas

When owning a horse property, it is important to plan for the worst. Bush fires or otherwise should be considered and planned for as much as possible.

Jan 22, 2012 - Chris Thomas

Horses can be a particularly difficult to transport to a safe area if needed. Every horse property should have a plan of action in case of a fire.

Jan 22, 2012 - Chris Thomas

Horses best communicate via body language. An awareness of their external reactions can aid with behaving safely whilst around them and working with them.

Jan 14, 2012 - Chris Thomas

Autumn may seem uneventful for managing the equine property. This isn't so. Winter brings with it issues of water control and cold days.

Dec 3, 2011 - Chris Thomas

Summer brings with it incredible days of sun and warmth. Many of the long hours able to be spent outside may be combating affects of this season.

Dec 3, 2011 - Chris Thomas

Different times of the year require certain tasks to be carried out on the equine property. Spring has many benefits, but also issues to consider.

Dec 3, 2011 - Chris Thomas

Many horse properties are businesses. The impression that is gained by clients coming through the front gate and about the property is an important one.

Nov 9, 2011 - Chris Thomas

Water sources are an important resource when it comes to keeping horses. Working to protect them should be amongst property owners' responsibilities.

Nov 9, 2011 - Chris Thomas

The correct placement and design of where manure is going to be stored on the horse property is highly important.

Nov 7, 2011 - Chris Thomas

When establishing an equine property, the effort taken to put trees in early, determine types and the right position can be well worth it.

Nov 7, 2011 - Chris Thomas

Animals are generally known as fight or flight animals. The horse is a flight animal and should be handled with this in mind.

Nov 5, 2011 - Chris Thomas

In Needville, Texas, volunteers and families watch miracles happen at a nonprofit facility dedicated to healing with horses.

Oct 11, 2011 - Darla Sue Dollman

Located in the most unlikely of places lives a group of black cowboys that work to make a difference.

Sep 28, 2011 - Chris Thomas

Discoveries in Saudi Arabia and Iran have allegedly revealed when horses were first domesticated and the oldest remains of the endangered, Caspian horse.

Aug 29, 2011 - Elizabeth Batt

A horse's performance can depend on genetics, training and nutrition. The type of muscle a horse has will determine potential capabilities as well.

Aug 24, 2011 - Chris Thomas

The Government Accountability Office (GAO) says closing domestic horse slaughter plants has not resolved the issue of horses being sent to slaughter.

Aug 18, 2011 - Elizabeth Batt

Found in New South Wales, Australia, is a dining experience like no other. Like food? Like horses? Here's the ultimate horse related experience!

Aug 13, 2011 - Chris Thomas

There are many positions within the horse industry that don't necessarily have to be hands on or involve braving the elements. Some are considered here.

Aug 12, 2011 - Chris Thomas

A 12-year partnership came to an end at Gatcombe Park on August 7, as an emotional Zara Phillips retired her event gelding, Toytown.

Aug 11, 2011 - Elizabeth Batt

The US Humane Society has thanked the FBI and BLM for its swift action in impounding over 60 wild-horses presumed bound for illegal slaughter in Mexico.

Aug 9, 2011 - Elizabeth Batt

The Bureau of Land Management is facing further criticism from the Cloud Foundation after proposing to roundup Pryor Mountain's, wild-horses.

Aug 6, 2011 - Elizabeth Batt