Horses

Your First Horse

July 2, 2009
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There are many things to consider when deciding to buy your first horse. The most important of which is, do you really know what it means to own a horse? There is a commitment you must be willing to make that reaches far beyond normal animal ownership. If the horse is for an adult, are [...]

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Horse Terms

December 29, 2008
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B Bale: a measurement of hay, equal to 10 “flakes”. Barn Sour: a horse that does not like to leave the barn or stables. Boodmare: a female horse used for breeding. C Canter: term used in English riding for a three beat gait. This is the same as a lope or slow gallop in Western [...]

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