Horse Information and Tips for RidersCollection of information about horseback riding, various riding disciplines, equine history and equestrian tips.Leasing a Horse- June 27, 2006 Many riders do not want the responsibility of owning a horse and they instead opt for a lease. A horse lease is different from a car lease in a number of ways. Horses can be leased both from individuals and stables. Individual owners may lease a horse to share the expense of board or vet bills, or they may lease a horse becuase they no longer have the time it takes to ride regularly. Stables may lease lesson horses or other horses as an additional way to earn...http://www.riding-stable.com/articles/leasing-a-horse.htm Dressage Competitions- June 20, 2006 At the lowest levels, dressage tests are very simple, with the emphasis on basic training. At its basic level, if you make your horse move forward, or stop, you have performed dressage movements. The ancient Greeks were the first to practice dressage in preparation for war. Developed by the Greeks for cavalry officers, dressage evolved as a means of controlling the horse in battle. Dressage was well rooted in the military world of horsemanship, as the value of this training method..http://www.riding-stable.com/articles/dressage-competition.htm Boarding a Horse- June 13, 2006 Horses and ponies require a lot of care and attention on a daily basis. Sadly, too many horses are neglected as a result of their owners lack of knowledge, time or money to provide suitable care. New horse owners often assume that horses require little care, unfortunately horse care is more than just sticking them in a field. It is suggested that the minimum acreage required to keep a horse is 1-1.5 acres per horse or pony on the property. Horses need land, they require..http://www.riding-stable.com/articles/boarding-a-horse.htm Horseback Riding- June 6, 2006 The general public loves horses, and it shows. Horses are currently in the number two position in human attachment. Riding is a noble sport and bonding with the horse will teach young students confidence, responsibility, and respect. Horseback Ridinghttp://www.riding-stable.com/articles/horseback-riding.htm |