The ethological halter, also called the American halter, is a knotted halter made from rope. It is a tool that allows you to work your horse on foot or mounted. The nodes are placed in different locations, which represent pressure points on your horse’s head. Thanks to these pressure points, your horse will obey your […]
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Choosing the Right Horse Blanket: A Comprehensive Guide
As autumn sets in, the weather cools down, triggering metabolic changes in horses. They begin preparing for winter by growing a thicker, weather-appropriate coat. While this winter coat aids in heat retention, it might not be sufficient for your horse’s specific needs. Selecting the right blankets becomes crucial to help them maintain optimal body temperature […]
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All about hipposandals
Hipposandals, true “shoes” for horses, can be used in a variety of situations to relieve your horse’s hooves. Their use dates back to antiquity, before shoeing was developed and almost completely replaced the hipposandal. When should I use hipposandals for horses? For barefoot horses with sensitive horns, whose sole is too sensitive. Some horses can […]
All about equestrian sports
Many disciplines quite different from each other exist in horse riding. In addition to “classical” horseback riding, there are many other equestrian sports. The breeds of horses associated with the different disciplines can vary, depending on the qualities required for each of them. Classical” equestrian sports When learning “classical” equestrian sports, the disciplines covered are […]
The active stable: everything you need to know about this new concept
For the past 15 years, the active stable has been an increasingly popular concept in Austria and Germany. It is an alternative that is much closer to the way horses live in their natural state, and it is very appealing. In view of the general enthusiast, this concept of active stables is gradually being introduced […]
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Agenda of the best horse shows to do
The equestrian world is animated by many highlights throughout the year. Between international show jumping and horse shows, equestrian enthusiasts can choose from many events in France and Europe. Discover our selection of the best horse shows and international competitions. The main horse shows in France Cheval Passion Horse Show During the month of January, […]
All about the development of the horse’s muscles.
There are several types of muscles in the horse: the cardiac muscle (myocardium), the smooth muscles (which manage breathing, digestion, and blood circulation) and the striated muscles which connect the different bone segments together. Throughout its growth, the horse will develop its different muscles. They can be composed of type I fibers, which allow for […]
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3 tips for transporting horses to shows
Competitions are part of the life of riders and sport horses. They can be a big source of stress. Here are a few tips to help you prepare your horses for the show grounds. Tip 1: Choose the right transportation for your horses First, choose a mode of transportation that will suit your horse. Book […]
Build your own horse pasture shelter. What you need to know.
Many horses live in the pasture, either year-round or for shorter periods. In order to protect them, it is sometimes necessary to build a shelter for horses in the meadow. This protects them from bad weather, sun and flies. But before you start building a homemade shelter for your horses, it requires some thought. What […]
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The disciplines of American equitation
American equitation, also known as western riding, originated in the western United States in the 19th century as a way of working cattle. As the cowboys did not have access to the sophisticated means of transport we know today, the movement and handling of the herds was done on horseback. From this essential need came […]
