Horses have been domesticated for about 5,500 years. By domesticating them, we have changed their way of living (habitat, reproductive management, “physical exploitation”) and consequently their eating behavior. But looking at the way horses are used in sports nowadays, how can we be sure that their ration is adapted to their nutritional needs? And…
“But what’s that noise!? This being the first question that comes to mind when we call it for the first time. This rather impressive noise usually alerts riders first. But what is it? Is it a handicap for the horse? And what should we do about it? I’ll explain everything! 1 – Laryngeal Hemiplegia,…
Are you looking for great new methods to teach new things to your horse? Good, I’ve got what you need😉 Let’s have a look at what we call horsemanship ethology. If I’ve decided to talk about this, it’s because I found out about horsemanship rather late and because it has revolutionized my approach and…
Yes, in horses as in humans, overweight is a scourge, believe in veterinarians. Often the owners say that their horses are nicer by being a bit chubby, but trust me, this is not a gift they are given. You are told what your horse risks if he is overweight, how to detect it and…
“Back to work training program: CHECK ✅. My horse is in great shape. But going from this to collected work straight away isn’t the best move! I would need intermediate exercises.” ⛔️ DO NOT MOVE. I have exactly what you’re looking for. Here are 4 exercises to improve propulsion! 👉 The progression outline Do…
Collecting a horse can sometimes be a bit scary. Jumping riders will say that collection is only for dressage. Dressage riders will say that they are struggling to collect their horse. But in reality, not many people are able to say what it REALLY means to collect a horse, and why we do it….
Are you also proud of your horse having a “double domed buttocks”? 😝 Because for me, it is the ultimate result of good muscle training and the sign of a well done job. So I am explaining here how to beef up the hindquarters of your horse! After writing on the neck, shoulders, chest,…
I do not know if I’m the only one in this situation but in the past years, my mare’s vet bills have cost me a fortune. Younger, he nickname was “Miss Bandages”😂🤕. If I had more insurance knowledge, I would surely have saved some money … 💸 Between myositis (she has myopathy), colic (when…
Feeding horses is a real important subject for many riders. Mistakes are quickly done when feeding horses. This, due to horses having a digestive system and a diet very different from ours. Through those three things to avoid when feeding your horse, we will also enlighten you on good food practices! To avoid #…
Does your horse regularly cough and syrup barely works? And if it was a little more than a simple cough, but a beginning of emphysema? 😨 We’ll explain here what it is and how to manage an emphysematous horse. O la belle, my mare was diagnosed emphysematous a few months ago. It all began…
