How to Buy Horses at Auction
Written by Duber Stewart on November 28, 2009 – 7:38 am -It is quite possible to buy a good horse for a low price at an auction, but there are often more problem horses than good horses so you need to be able to tell the difference. At most auctions, horses are sold ‘as-is’ and without guarantee, so if you find a problem afterwards you likely won’t be able to get your money back. Therefore, you need to do your homework in advance to pick out which ones meet your criteria, after eliminating the potential problems (e.g. injured, sick, bad habits, or behavioral issues). The first step is to arrive well before the auction starts, so that you have sufficient time to look over the horses. Watch the horses are they are being unloaded and walked to their pens. The horses should display overall... more
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Difference Between Warm Blood, Cold Blood and Hot Blood Horses
Written by Duber Stewart on November 21, 2009 – 11:50 am -There are many horse breeds (hundreds) but they all fall into one of three categories: warm blood, cold blood or hot blood. The breeds making up the cold blood category originated mainly from Europe, where they were the result of breeding programs to produce horses that could work long hours each day, doing heavy work such as pulling plows, barges or carts. For these tasks there was little need for speed but they were required to have both strength and endurance. Consequently, these breeds developed with large muscular bodies, heavy bone structures and big joints. They also were bred to have a quiet and obedient nature, so that they would obey commands and work long hours without complaint and without risk of them spooking and running off. To... more
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Whether You Choose Local Or Name Brand, The Wishes Are The Same
Written by Andre Alsaker on November 16, 2009 – 3:11 am -When choosing a western saddle maker, it doesn’t matter if you select a local craftsman or a number one manufacturer to make your saddle. The wants that you have got to meet will be the same. This may be a straightforward task. If you do not, then you want to decide if you would like to go for talent locally or an enormous company. You could have pals who have dealt with one or the other and they can tell you what their experience was like for them. They might have loved it or they may have hated it. Ask around with other area folk and see who they preferred and why. You may have friends who have dealt with one or the other and they can tell you what their experience was like for them. Don’t let this one experience be your final... more
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Deciding on Age of a New Horse
Written by Duber Stewart on November 14, 2009 – 9:54 am -When buying a horse, it is important to select a suitable age. A horse which is too young can lack maturity and training, as well as being unnecessarily expensive. A horse which is too old will not provide you with the years of future riding that you would like. To help you choose a suitable age, the advantages and disadvantages are discussed below. Horse of 4 years. Horses typically start training at 3 years, with basic training complete by age 4. Such a horse is old enough for riding immediately but still young enough for advanced training if you wish. Although it may be a bit more expensive than a younger horse, the difference is partly offset by saving the fees on basic training. 5 to 7 years. At this age, one can get a well-trained horse... more
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Are You Hurting Your Animals’ Feelings?
Written by James French on November 11, 2009 – 4:00 am -As a pet owner you can be helped in a number of ways with animal communication. Understanding your animal from their perspective allows you to give them the best life possible. It can be very easy to place our own thoughts and understanding on animals without really understanding them. This is why animal communication is a valuable pet owner tool. Often we can completely miss-judge situation regarding our animals’ behaviour. It is very easy for us people to see a situation and then jump to our own negative conclusions. I am sure that you will agree that there is nothing more hurt full and unfair than someone making judgements about you that are not true! For example the other day I saw how a dog had been labelled as a bully with other... more
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Mycelium Running: How Mushrooms Can Help Save the World
Written by Markho Rafael on November 10, 2009 – 8:18 am -The best-selling book on “popular mycology,” Mycelium Running, would be a useful reference book in every home, especially to anyone involved in farming (or gardening), forest management and environmental cleanup. The second half of the book is an instruction manual on growing delectable mushrooms for food and medicine. The book is a treasure trove of useful practical information on what Stamets refers to as mycofiltration (of water), mycoremediation (of toxic waste), and tips on how mushroom mycelium can help improve soils and boost productivity in farming and forestry with less use of pesticides and fertilizers. As an example, a method for building a mycofiltration bed to filter waste water is described in exacting detail. Dimensions,... more
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Horse Riding – Choosing The Right Equipment
Written by Author Goodman on November 1, 2009 – 7:34 am -When you are choosing horse riding equipment for the first time you will probably want to stick to the basics. Buying only what you need when you are starting is a good idea as you will soon learn what is necessary as your interest for the sport develops. However buying poor equipment will probably stop you from learning to ride properly so always buy the right horse riding equipment. Helmets Helmets are essential horse riding safety equipment. The right sort of helmet will keep you safe in the event of a fall. Never skimp on your helmet or purchase something second-hand, always buy the best. Take someone more experienced along if you are unsure about choosing a helmet that fits you properly. Boots Besides your helmet the type of boots that... more
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