Horse Care For Beginners

While you may think it’s a simple thing to do … feed your horse … you’d be surprised at the number of horse owners that don’t know and understand the very basics. There’s no rigid rule of thumb for feeding as each horse’s nutritional needs will vary depending on a number factors. These include your horse’s age, his weight, and the level of activity.

  Bolting horse … one of the most serious risks the novice rider has to face! There are numerous reasons why your horse may bolt. It could be that he’s just plain frightened or he may be just taking advantage of your lack of experience and ability. If it’s the latter, you can be sure [...]

I’ve not done a book review here before, but having recently being told about and reading Joe Camp’s book, The Soul of a Horse, I really felt that I should spread the word. I love horses and I love a book that makes me think. The Soul of a Horse did that and more. The book is clever and witty, but at the same time, inspiring. I actually felt quite sad when I’d finished the book because I wanted to read more.

If you have a little horse sense, you can turn your love of horses into a moneymaking endeavour. Teaching horse riding can be very lucrative and you don’t have to be an expert to do it. You do not even need to own a horse or stables.
Jenny Lee was a stay-at-home mother of four when she decided to do something about her desire to get back in the saddle again. In order fight off the guilt that all moms feel when they decide to do something for themselves, she found a way to bring some income into the home, as well.