Category Horse Care

A concise guide to horse health, grooming, nutrition, housing, training, and daily care for riders and horse owners.

Horse Lifespan by Breed and Type: Your Guide to Planning and Longevity

Horse Lifespan by Breed and Type: compare lifespans, factors shaping longevity, and practical care to extend your horse's years.

A practical guide to horse grooming tools: brushes, combs, clippers; hoof, mane and tail care; maintenance and safety tips.

Practical guide to horse breeding: stock choice, matings, genetics, pregnancy, foaling, care, nutrition, welfare, records.

Explore mare and stallion reproductive anatomy, hormones, estrous cycle, pregnancy, fertility, insemination, breeding management.

Identify horse breeds, coat colors, markings, and appearance to select, assess, and care for your mount.

Trace horse origins, domestication timeline, breed traits, behavior, care practices, and modern husbandry tips for owners.

Year-by-year senior horse care: nutrition, dental, joints, vet checks, hoof care, exercise, housing, safety, budgeting.

Hoof care basics, trimming steps, tools, safety, signs of issues, routine care, and when to call a farrier.

Practical guide to a healthy horse exercise and turnout schedule: tailoring by age, breed, and health; monitoring and safety.

Assess your horse's fitness and recovery: monitor heart rate, speed, and recovery time; spot fatigue; track progress.