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  • Learn The Basics Of Children's Equestrian Riding Apparel
    By: Anne Coyle | - Children's riding apparel has a major impact on their ability to ride safely and effectively. Traditionally, equestrian riding apparel has consisted of jodhpurs, or riding breeches, tall boots or paddock boots, a riding helmet, a riding shirt, and a jacket. Certainly, a jacket is not necessary for your child's riding lessons, but the other articles of equestrian riding apparel should all be considered necessary for a variety of reasons, safety being the most important.

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  • Equestrian Feeding In Riding Schools: What To Expect
    By: Tammy Patterson | - Riding schools are used by a wide variety of people for many different purposes, all of which must be catered for by the establishment. It is the manager's responsibility to make sure that the horses available for use are safe, fit and healthy. Along with the fitness regimes, shoeing needs and daily maintenance of the horses, the feeding of correct and suitable feeds is vital.

    As so many horses are usually present in this form of establishment, it could become very complicated i ...

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  • Proper Equestrian Riding Techniques
    By: Anne Coyle | - Proper equestrian riding techniques vary depending upon the type of riding you are doing, whether it is English, Western, jumping, dressage, or eventing. Overall, proper equestrian riding techniques are largely a matter of correct body position, clear communication, appropriate equipment and equestrian riding apparel, and being aware of your surroundings. No one is born with the knowledge or ability to ride properly. It takes years of training and dedicated practice.

    As a novice r ...

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  • Equestrian Riding Lessons: Resources And Guides
    By: Anne Coyle | - Imagine donning your equestrian riding apparel, your riding helmet, and your horse riding boots and sitting astride one of those sleek, gentle giants for the very first time. The perspective is amazing and the communication that occurs between you and your horse can be an incredible experience. However, being the large, powerful animals that they are, horses can be dangerous. It is important to receive a solid education in the basics of horsemanship to ensure that you develop good equestrian rid ...
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  • Learning To Ride A Horse
    By: Danni Andrew | - Learning to ride a horse isn't easy. There are so many things that you need to remember and they aren't always related to the horse. Always ensure that you have the correct clothing and a helmet that fits properly before you start. Then you are ready to continue with the rest.

    How to correctly mount a horse
    When the bridle and saddle have been correctly fitted and double-checked, stand to the left of the horse. Place your left foot in the stirrup, and grasp the withers (mane), ...

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  • How You Should Feed Your Horse If You Own Just One Horse
    By: Tammy Patterson | - Often the single horse owner will use trial and error method over time to determine their horses feed ration. Many owners choose feeds that are well known and often don't always meet the needs of the individual. The need for a spreadsheet constructed feed ration may not be acknowledged by owners, but the benefits can be great. Financially, feed can be a large contributor to monthly bills. By formulating a diet that will allow the horse to gain the maximum nutrient and energy values available ...
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  • Basic Horse Feed Rationing & Equine Parasites
    By: Tammy Patterson | - A feed ration is a determined quantity and quality of feed, calculated using as much information about the animal and its lifestyle as possible. Rations can be made as complicated or as simple as desired. It is the final outcome that also determines the complexity of the ration. Age, needs, workload, breed etc must also be considered when determining the most suitable feeds and quantities for the individual.

    There are different factors that determine the constituents and quanti ...

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  • This List Of Top Hats Will Make It Easy For You To "put On The Ritz"!
    By: MITH | - If you are in the market for top hats, whether for costume, party, or riding, this list of top hats will make it easy for you to 'put on the ritz'! Ranging in price from expensive to extremely cheap, these options are great and will conclude you search for the perfect hat!

    For a formal hat that you can wear on the track and will blend beautiful will your equestrian look, pick up the LAS Dressage hat for $409.45. this hat was carefully handmade using the finest Italian felt. The comf ...

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  • A Beginner's Guide To Equestrian Riding Apparel: What To Buy For Head To Toe Comfort And Protection
    By: Anne Coyle | - As you look over the shopping list provided by your trainer for your very first horseback riding lesson, you may feel a bit overwhelmed. There are more products to choose from than you could possibly have imagined, whether you are shopping for equestrian riding clothes for yourself or for your child. The key points to focus upon when shopping for equestrian riding apparel are durability, style and comfort. Each article of equestrian riding clothing has a specific purpose. Understanding that purp ...
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  • Apache Advertising & Design Offers Prize To An Equine Non-profit, A $2000 Custom Website.
    By: Matt Hoffpauir | - Apache Advertising & Design Services specializes in marketing and design services to the equine community, from equine products, to horse trailers, stallion/breeding services, and more. Through their close association with horse lovers all across the country, they know that many worthy non-profit equine groups, like horse rescue and therapeutic riding schools, operate on little more than a shoe string, surviving primarily through the love and dedication of their volunteers. There simply isn't ro ...
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  • Horseback Riding Lessons And Directions
    By: Amy Nutt | - Horseback riding has been a method of transportation for hundreds of years, and over time as technology advanced it became more of a pastime. People love horseback riding as a way of feeling free and having a special connection with parts of nature. If you have been thinking about owning a horse, or maybe you just want to take lessons, you should know a few things before you get into serious riding.

    When you first consider dealing with a horse on a regular basis by owning one or ' ...

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  • Summer Show Riders: The Proper Equestrian Show Apparel That Scores Points
    By: Anne Coyle | - The high heat and humidity of summer in the show ring can leave you looking wilted and performing less than your best. Instead of the fresh, crisp, elegant look you were striving for, you and your horse can lose that winning edge. The right equestrian riding apparel makes all the difference in how well you ride and how good you look in the show ring.

    Of course, looking and feeling your best doesn't start in the show ring. As athletes, you and your horse must train regularly, stay ...

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  • Essential Equestrian Horse Tack & Horse Equipment
    By: Anne Coyle | - Whether you're a casual or professional rider, there are essential purchases you will have to make to properly care for your horse. Basic horse care includes regular grooming and exercise, high quality feed and abundant, clean water. You can simplify things for yourself by purchasing the necessary horse tack and equipment online. Online shopping for your tack and equipment is a convenient and cost effective way of ensuring that you have everything you need.

    Properly caring for a h ...

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  • How High Quality Equestrian Riding Apparel And Equipment Can Improve Your Performance
    By: Anne Coyle | - When it comes to equestrian riding apparel and equipment, making a choice can be difficult. Whether you're a novice rider or a seasoned equestrian, your purchase can significantly affect your comfort, appearance, and ability to ride. This means quality materials and workmanship are far more important than price when choosing equestrian products. By focusing your choices on distinguished brands like Equine Couture, you will ensure money well spent, as you'll feel great, look professional, and per ...
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  • What Is A Mare - Breeding & Cycles
    By: Tammy Patterson | - The terminology of the 'maiden mare' is a mare who has never produced a foal or who has delivered their foal if they are carrying.

    The baren mare is a mare that can not have a foal.

    The brood mare is a mare that has foaled already and is expecting to keep having foals into the future.

    A mare will reach puberty at two years, although this is variable on breed. They can continue to breed into well into their twenties.

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  • The Types Of Sports Injuries In Horses
    By: Tammy Patterson | - When a horse has an injury the pain they feel can fall into three categories;
    Inflammatory pain - inflammatory mediators increase pain sensitivity and can make to pain feel worse within 6 hours. Anti inflammatory medications can reduce pain due to this; however the inflammatory response does play its part in assisting with recovery of some injuries.

    Neuropathic pain - From a major trauma i.e. spinal column.

    Somatic Pain - Pain associated with the skin, join ...

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  • Equestrian Apparel "" Function Plus Style
    By: David Lathan | - In choosing what clothing to use, the criteria are functionality and style. The rider has to feel both elegant and comfortable at the same time. It's a good idea to arm yourself with some basic knowledge before going on a spending spree however because equestrian apparel is not inexpensive. It is also important that the fabrics used are both light and hard-wearing at the same time.

    To begin, choose a cool fabric that allows ease of movement. The more common kinds of fabric used fo ...

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  • Mucking Out And Deep Littering - Equestrian Care
    By: Tammy Patterson | - Mucking out is probably one of the first things that, after riding, any horse enthusiast becomes familiar with. Both processes are a form of removing excrement etc from the horses stable, shelter or barn in order to keep the horse kept in a clean and sanitary state of indoor living.

    Mucking Out is the process of removing the horse's droppings and urine from the stable. The most common ways of doing this is with the use of stable tools. Some people use rubber gloves and a bucket ...

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  • Improving Posture When In The Saddle Of Your Horse
    By: Tammy Patterson | - Whether you are an experienced rider or a complete begnner there are simple excercises that can help improve and maintain a comfortable and correct riding posture when in the saddle. By practicing these in the saddle it will also help you feel more comfortable and at home there, brilliant if you are an inexperienced and or nervous rider.

    These excercises are best practiced on a quiet horse, on a lunge, with the help of an experienced horse person that will control the horse, enab ...

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  • Wow! What A Deal Available In Tennessee And Near By Zone
    By: Barrington Marketing Group | - We have so many times heard that one rotten apple can spoil all in the bucket but the vice versa is also true but not with the apple. The vice versa term may be like one good man can turn or bring the good fortune of mankind. Similarly, we can also say that a good neighbor can bring fortune for other neighbors as well. Well! It may be bit metaphoric words but we can not neglect its significance. Here in this article, we will see how prosperity of Florida and Georgia has encouraged real estate de ...
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  • Types Of Horse Racing
    By: Amy Nutt | - Horse racing is an equestrian sport that has been popular throughout the centuries. Horse racing is one of the most attended and most enjoyed sports events in the world. Many people do not realize that there are different types of horse racing. The following is a list of some of the various forms of horse racing that are currently practiced throughout the world:

    Harness Horse Racing: This type of horse racing is popular in New Zealand, Australia, Europe and North America. It invol ...

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  • Horse Schooling & Important Information
    By: Tammy Patterson | - The School (or arena) is the perfect place to safely exercise and train your horse. There are many factors involved with the construction, layout and position of the school that can alter determine how useful the school can become. Whether deciding to build an equestrian riding school / arena or whether choosing if the arena on your yard is suitable for what you want to do in it, there are factors that should be considered,

    Is the schools surface suitable for the riding or exerc ...

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  • Selecting The Best Equestrian Rugs The Benefits Of Each Type & Whats Best
    By: Tammy Patterson | - STABLE RUGS
    Stable rugs are designed for warmth when in the stable. Most stable rugs are made from synthetic materials. They are available in different weights / thicknesses and are usually either quilted or padded. The varying weights of stable rugs aim to cover all variety of needs, but stable rugs can be worn as a layer, with either thinner rugs underneath or layered in different thicknesses.

    Stable rugs should be deep enough so as none of the horses belly is visibl ...

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  • Jodhpurs & Breeches What Are They & Why Do We Use Them?
    By: Tammy Patterson | - Jodhpurs are tight fitting riding trousers that are ankle length often with turn ups at the end of the leg. They are designed to be worn with long boots or Jodhpur boots with chaps or Jodhpur clips to prevent them from riding up. Most jodhpurs have knee and seat padding or reinforcement for comfort and durability. With sticky bum material on some designs you also get security in the saddle. They come in a vast variety of colours from white and beige topink green or even patt ...
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  • How To Fit A Horse Saddle & Saddle Styles
    By: Tammy Patterson | - How to Fit a Horse Saddle

    Styles of saddle

    Dressage Saddles Most offer a closer fit to the horse, maximising contact between horse and rider. Knee rolls and saddle flap length are often longer, helping to create a longer, more effective leg position. The pommel and cantle are often a little higher giving non restrictive security and support when in the seat and excellent centre of balance for the rider.

    Jumping Saddles Aims to give the rider extra ...

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  • Can Equestrian Quotes Teach You Dressage?
    By: Margarethe de Clermont | - Certainly. Why re-invent the wheel by trying to discover it all by yourself, even with the help of your trainer, when obvious solutions to common riding and training problems have already all been described in the finest detail four hundred years ago? In essence, the horse hasn't changed in the last thousand years. Those solutions are as valid and useful now as they were then.

    Equestrian quotes is the perfect shortcut for today's busy but focussed rider. We have all been advised t ...

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  • How To Care For An Injured Horse
    By: Tammy Patterson | - Anyone who cares for horses will, at some point, have to care for a horse with a cut or wound. Large cuts and lacerations should be seen by the vet, and if you are unsure of its severity it is better to be safe than sorry. It is not uncommon for horses to graze themselves for time to time and it is important to be able to provide your horse with the first aid it needs, whether treating it yourself or waiting for the vet to arrive. Sterile saline solution is best for cleaning open, clea ...
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  • Equestrian Saddles-english Or Western
    By: Norman Stanley | - Everywhere that man has tamed horses has developed a saddle to ride them. In the northern hemisphere there are two pre-dominant types of equestrian saddle, English and Western.

    Consider the uses for which the saddles were made and it is no surprise that the two saddles are remarkably different. In a small country such as England there are no rolling plains and the countryside is divided up into quite small fields with hedges and fences, horse riding was mainly for hunting and spor ...

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  • Equestrian Saddle Buying Don't's
    By: Norman Stanley | - Buying an equestrian saddle is a fairly pricey job. A good saddle can cost thousands of pounds but many if not, most of us do not have that sort of money lying around.

    It is vital to make the most of the budget you do have so here is a little guide on what not to do when buying your equestrian saddle.

    1. Do not buy a saddle because it looks good. It is easy to make a saddle that has all the pretty bits on but has a junkyard build. In my wifes words, fur hat and no d ...

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  • Understanding The Importance Of Olive Oil
    By: Navneet | - Olive oil is mostly found to be common in the Mediterranean countries including Portugal. Olive oil contains healthy monounsaturated fatty acids and it contains about 75% of oleic acid which remains stable even at high temperatures. Olive oil does not have any adverse affect on blood cholesterol levels. In fact, it helps in lowering down any high blood cholesterol level that may be present in a persons body. Olive oil is good for people who suffer from constipation. It helps in lubricating th ...
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  • Horse Training Essentials Discussed
    By: Steve D Evans | - Most horse riders and owners have at one time or another thought that they would like to train their own horse. It is especially tempting to build up a special relationship this way when your own foals mature to a riding age, if you are breeding them.

    However, horse training is a complex process that involves more than just giving instruction to your animal, followed by a reward. You really do need to know what you are doing to gain the results you seek. Properly teaching your cha ...

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  • Horse Riding In Ireland
    By: Toureagle | - Horse Riding Tour of Ireland

    An exciting Irish horse riding tour takes you on a circular route from Dublin. Go horse riding near Dublin at the Calliaghstown Riding Centre, set in the idyllic foothills of the Dublin and Wicklow mountains. Then stop over at Birr, where you can enjoy a trail ride through the Slieve Bloom Mountains. Limerick and Ennis both offer scenic horse trekking, and Galway provides beach, lake and forest trails, ensuring plenty of options for horse riding enthus ...

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  • Saddle Ridge Joins Forces With Professional Equestrian Consultant Mary Ann Simonds
    By: Saddle Ridge | - Sebring,FL- March 17, 2008 - Saddle Ridge, an all-natural and eco-friendly equestrian home community near the quaint Florida town of Sebring, has added Mary Ann Simonds to its team of "green" experts. Simonds is a professional equine and equestrian consultant who has worked in the equestrian industry for the last 25 years.

    Simonds' experience ranges from sustainable development and strategic planning to eco-tourism and equine behavior. After earning her Bachelor of Science degree ...

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  • How To Use Equestrian Quotes To Improve Your Horse Riding Skills
    By: Margarethe de Clermont | - Horse quotes, equestrian quotes, dressage quotes, words of wisdom from the masters of classical riding: a single sentence can change the way you look at horses and horse riding forever.

    Horse quotes and horse riding quotes can be inspiring, heart-warming, educational or amusing. Educational quotes can make us think, comical ones can make us laugh and when the quote touches on a subject close to our hearts, it can even bring a tear or two to our eyes.

    Reading quotes ...

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  • Equineauctions.com Sponsors French-american Pro Rodeo Bareback Rider Yvan (evan) Jayne
    By: Matt Hoffpauir | - Across the table in a North Houston restaurant, EquineAuctions.com founders, David Riddle and Mark Austin, and top bareback rider, Yvan (Evan) Jayne, shook hands on a monumental sponsorship deal that will capitalize on the momentum of both parties.

    Yvan (Evan) Jayne, a French native, is the only European in the PRCA circuit and is now ranked number 5 nationally.

    Jayne's journey to become a PRCA cowboy began during his youth in France while working for his fathe ...

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  • 5 Tips For Buying Used Horse Trailers Online
    By: Matt Hoffpauir | - Most people just beginning a trailer shopping adventure have the same thought in mind - Finding a late model, barely used, low priced, used trailer is exactly what they'd love to purchase, but they aren't sure how to find them or if once they do purchase, it will serve all of their needs. While locating a trailer gems like this is harder and harder to find, they are out there and can be purchased easily online if you play your cards right.

    Buying your next trailer online is an op ...

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  • How To Purchase A Pre-owned Living Quarter Horse Trailer
    By: Matt Hoffpauir | - A comfortable, well built living quarter horse trailer can bring many years of enjoyment to you and your family. The security of being able to transport all of your personal belongings, tack, horses, and other essentials safely on overnight trips, without the hassle or expense of staying in a hotel sure has strong appeal. With the rise in new trailer values, caused in part by the increasing cost of fuel and materials, pre-owned living quarter trailers have become one of the hottest items in the ...
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  • A Short Introduction - Dressage
    By: Simon Hurst | - Dressage, a French term meaning "training", teaches a horse to be obedient, willing, supple and responsive It is regularly described as similar to a ballet for horses. This may be due to the fact that ballet requires the same skills, agility and strength as does dressage.

    At its best dressage is a sport of beauty and is only possible when there is a true partnership with the horse and rider. In dressage the horse and rider need to be totally together to produce the perfect team. A ...

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  • Caring For An Old Cavalo Cheval Horse
    By: Pete Bennet | - The horse is a domesticated animal that has been used for various chores and purposes, such as farming the land and for transportation. Today, a horse's use in the farm is fast becoming a thing of the past. So those who still own a cavalo cheval horse should seriously consider just taking care of them especially in their old age.

    For a long time, people would put their cavalo cheval horse to sleep when it was old and weak just. Owners claim because it would be deemed useless at ...

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  • The Wide Appeal Of Equestrian Home Decor
    By: AnnaRae Mills | - Equestrian home decor gives horse lovers a chance to show their love and appreciation for their four-legged friends. There are all kinds of home furnishings, accessories, and accents that feature a horse of some sort. It might be a table lamp with a horse sculpture on the base, a comforter that depicts horses running across a meadow, or a piece of wall art with a horse theme.

    There are many reasons for the wide appeal of equestrian home decor. First, many people simply admire the ...

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  • Dressage - An Overview
    By: Simon Hurst | - Dressage, from the French for training, pronounced to rhyme with massage, educates horses in being keen, biddable, agile and alive. Dressage, when done well, is seen as like a ballet for horses. This may be due to the fact that ballet requires the same skills, agility and strength as does dressage.

    Dressage at its very best is full of artistry and grace, this is only achieved when rider and horse and in perfect harmony. Both the horse and rider must be fully in touch with each oth ...

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  • Your Groom"'"a Key Partnership In Horse Showing Success
    By: Kathy Keeley | - Years ago I ran an advertisement in a show prize list thanking all of the folks who made our horse showing a success. As you might imagine, it takes many people and professionals to make it possible for a rider to win a blue ribbon. It's not a small list, by any means. If you think about all of the checks you write in a month's time, the list grows very quickly.

    One check that is easy for me to write is for our groom. The groom is a key behind-the-scenes partner in a successful ...

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  • Life Transition From Junior Class Rider To Adult Rider
    By: Kathy Keeley | - Life provides many opportunities for change and transition. As a young woman, I became famous for saying, "Plant me in dirt, water me weekly and I promise I will grow -- this experience I do not need right now." Unfortunately, few heeded my request, but it brought some humor to some pretty bumpy life experiences.

    One of the major life transitions for horse showing moms and daughters occurs as your daughter ages out of the Junior classes and becomes an adult. My angst began in ...

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  • Summer Camp Options For Horse Show Participants
    By: Kathy Keeley | - How does summer always arrive so quickly? School is out, Memorial Day has passed, and now it's time to figure out summer activities. For the serious rider, and even for those who ride only occasionally, summer horse camps and horse showing are usually at the top of the summer activities list

    For many horse kids, summer is a time for extended days at the barn where they can hang out with horses and other kids. It is a time for A Circuit riders to chase some points or squeeze in ...

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