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13 Horse TV Shows You Must Watch If Your A Horse Lover!
13 Horse TV Shows You Must Watch If Your A Horse Lover!
Do you love horses and are in the mood to binge-watch some TV or are looking for a new equine themed TV show to watch. Here are 10 horse TV shows you should definitely take time to watch.
A few are more geared toward the teen and adult crowd and some are more for tweens and young kids, but when you love horses, sometimes all it takes is for there to be horses in the show.
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The Different Types of Horse Boarding: Which Type Is Best For You?
The Different Types of Horse Boarding: Which Type Is Best For You?
Let’s take a look at the different boarding options, what they include, as well as the pros and cons of each type so you can figure out which type of horse board is best for you.
You may choose to board your horse because you don’t have a barn or enough space for a horse, you are inexperienced as a horse owner and want guidance, you want a better facility for riding purposes, you want to ride…
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24 Horse Leasing Tips For A Successful Experience
24 Horse Leasing Tips For A Successful Experience
Leasing a horse allows you to experience the joy and responsibility of having a horse without that large initial chunk of money you would have to invest if you were buying a horse. 
Many times there are people that jump into buying a horse too quickly and then realize it’s too much work for what they want to do. Sometimes the horse ends up getting the short stick and the owner slacks on the…
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Deciding What The Best Horse Fencing Choices Are For Your Horse Property
Deciding What The Best Horse Fencing Choices Are For Your Horse Property
Discover the best kinds of fencing for horses. Whether you are creating a new turnout area or replacing old fencing, learn the pros and cons as well as the costs that come with each type.
The best fencing for your horse is going to be tall enough that the horse is discouraged from jumping out, visible enough that the horse can easily see it, have horse safety standards met and a fence the…
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The Ultimate Beginners Guide: How To Ride A Horse (By A Riding Instructor)
The Ultimate Beginners Guide: How To Ride A Horse (By A Riding Instructor)
This picture is what many new riders think of when it comes to riding horses.
Learn all the basics of riding horses step by step with this beginner’s guide and make sure you’re working with a qualified instructor when you start riding to keep you safe and on the right track. 
It takes time to learn everything and get good at riding so expect to make a lot of mistakes and struggle at first,…
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Horse Genders 101: What Is A Mare, Gelding, Stallion, Colt, Filly, Yearling, Weanling?
Horse Genders 101: What Is A Mare, Gelding, Stallion, Colt, Filly, Yearling, Weanling?
If you are wondering what a female horse or a male horse is called you are in the right place. There are a handful of terms we call horses based on their gender and their age. This also pertains to ponies.
It is important to know these terms and be able to identify a male or female horse, if you are going to be riding and working with horses or plan to have a horse of your own someday. 
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Learn The Difference Between Horses And Ponies
Learn The Difference Between Horses And Ponies
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A popular belief among many non-horse people and beginner equestrians is that ponies are baby horses, which is not true today. However the word was derived from a French term poulenet meaning foal, a young immature horse, but this is not the meaning of it toaday.
Horses and ponies are the same species, Equus Caballus. Ponies are basically small horses. A baby horse or pony is called a foal. A…
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Do Horses Need To Wear Shoes? (Videos & Resources)
Do Horses Need To Wear Shoes? (Videos & Resources)
You know horses wear shoes and have seen a metal horseshoe before, but do horses actually need to wear shoes? Did you know that like wild horses, some horses in captivity don’t wear shoes? 
Not all horses need to wear shoes. In fact, it is more natural and generally better for a horse to go “barefoot” or “unshod.” However, there are horses that benefit from wearing shoes. Metal horseshoes are…
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Horse Coat Color Picture Guide (FAQS Included)
Horse Coat Color Picture Guide (FAQS Included)
Would you like to be able to identify horse coat colors? Next time you see a horse in person, in a picture or in a video, you will be able to determine the majority of those horse’s coat colors. 
Horses come in a rainbow of coat colors. There are base coat colors and all other coat colors originate from these base colors.The base coat colors of a horse are bay, chestnut, and black. White is…
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Getting Ready Guide For Your First Horse Riding Lesson: Free Printable Checklist
Getting Ready Guide For Your First Horse Riding Lesson: Free Printable Checklist
The time has finally come you are going to be going to your first horseback riding lesson. I bet you are so excited and can hardly contain your excitement.  But are you prepared? Do you have the right clothes and gear? Do you have an idea of what you will be practicing and working on in your riding lesson?
I have taught many new rider’s first lessons over the years and can give you a general…
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Daily Horse Care List For A Happy Healthy Horse: Free Printable Checklist
Daily Horse Care List For A Happy Healthy Horse: Free Printable Checklist
Do you dream of owning a horse? Wondering what the daily care of a horse includes? If you want a happy healthy horse it starts with proper daily care which takes time and work every day, 365 days a year. 
Depending on what climate you live in and the barn you are at, horse care routines will almost always vary. However there are basics that should be met in a horse’s everyday care for their…
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What Is The Right Horse Size For You? Guide To Find Your Ideal Horse Size
What Is The Right Horse Size For You? Guide To Find Your Ideal Horse Size
When you decide that you want to buy or lease a horse, one question you will ask is ‘What size horse is right for me?’ Have you ever wondered what size horse you fit best? Generally you can ride horses in a range of sizes and be okay. However it’s possible to be too big or small for a horse as well. In this post you’ll figure out what the ideal horse size is for you. 
So how do you figure out…
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7 Pre-Ride Equestrian Stretches That Will Improve Your Riding
7 Pre-Ride Equestrian Stretches That Will Improve Your Riding
If you are tight throughout your body while horseback riding it can really hinder your performance. Stretching before you ride your horse can greatly benefit your riding experience. 
Unfortunately, I struggle with a lot of tension and stiffness in my body and this is something I need to continually work on. Luckily I found that certain stretches before I ride make a huge positive impact on my…
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Should You Lease Or Buy A Horse? With Helpful Quiz
Should You Lease Or Buy A Horse? With Helpful Quiz
You are at a point where you are committed to horseback riding and want to be more involved with horses. You always dreamed about owning your own horse and only now have been able to actually consider it. But is owning a horse really the right option for you? 
Leasing is another option for the committed equestrian to consider. I have done both, having owned 6 horses and leased over 5 horses.…
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50+ Super Helpful Questions For Finding The Right Horse To Lease
50+ Super Helpful Questions For Finding The Right Horse To Lease Are you planning on leasing a horse? Make sure you are asking the right questions!
If you are planning on leasing a horse and you’re checking out different horses, you may be finding that you’re not sure what questions you should be asking. Well, you have come to the right post. Having leased several horses, owned several horses, and leased out some of the horses I owned. I have a good idea of what kind of questions you should ask before you dive into a horse lease.
So what…
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Owning A Horse While Pregnant: What To Do With Your Horse
Owning A Horse While Pregnant: What To Do With Your Horse
Being pregnant you may have decided to wait on riding your horse until after your baby is born. As you wait for your new addition to enter the world, you might be wondering what fun things you can do with your horse as well as what you can do to prepare yourself as a horse owner and a soon to be mom.
So What To Do With Your Horse While You Are Pregnant? While you are pregnant and a horse owner…
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19 Capable Horse Breeds For Plus-Size Riders
19 Capable Horse Breeds For Plus-Size Riders
Gaining weight after having my first child I can totally relate to those of you who love to ride but struggle with your weight. Despite becoming overweight, the love for horses and desire to ride stays the same, which causes a problem. Many horses may not be comfortable carrying you. 
Whether you are riding in lessons, going to lease, or buy a horse, you want to ride a horse that will be able…
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