“There is something about the outside of a horse that is good for the inside of a man.”  Over the years, this famous quote has been attributed to both Winston S. Churchill and Ronald Reagan. But regardless of who said it, there is a lot of truth behind these words. Riding a horse is not just good for your physical well-being, it can also be very beneficial to your mental and emotional health. Is Horseback Riding Good Exercise? You probably know someone who has pooh-poohed

While spring and summer births are common, foals can be born at any time of the year without complication. However, those that are born during the autumn or winter need to be protected against the dangers of the colder months. Keeping foals warm is not enough: They need to be protected from disease and injury, and mares also need to be properly cared for. Stabling and Bedding If the mare is due to give birth during colder months, she needs

Lunging is a method of horse training that involves driving your horse in a circle around you on a 20-meter rope called a lunge line using your voice and body language. When done correctly, this exercise benefits both you and your horse. Lunging builds respect and trust between horse and rider, and can also be an excellent source of exercise for your horse. Lunging is a common solution to horse behavior problems, and should be employed if your horse is