Blog - Horse n Hay

Riding an Older Horse: How to Assess Fitness and Ensure Comfort

Is your horse past prime for riding? We cover signs of aging, health checks, rider safety, retirement options, and care tips.

Spot signs of horse separation anxiety, causes, training steps, routines, safety tips, and when to seek expert help.

Largest horse breed: Shire vs Clydesdale vs Belgian; compare height, weight, origin, temperament, and care needs.

Step-by-step neck rein training: setup, cues, timing, rein pressure, rider position, safety, drills, and progression.

R+ for horses: timing rewards, cues, gear, safety, progress tracking, practical steps, common mistakes.

Stepwise desensitization for spooky horses: gradual exposure to objects/sounds, safety, rewards, a plan, and troubleshooting.

Reasons a horse bucks: pain, tack, rider cues; safety plan: diagnose, adjust gear, groundwork, training, when to call a pro.

Appendix Quarter Horse: origin, registry status, traits, temperaments, uses, care, and buying tips.

Definition of a piebald horse; differences from skewbald, coat patterns, identification tips, care, health, breeding notes.

What is a Saddlebred Horse? A concise look at breed history, temperament, care, grooming, training, riding, health, and uses.