The New and Prospective Horse Owner’s Learning Module is comprised of a series of lessons designed to introduce new...
Selection and Use Articles
Competitive Western Horse Events
Competitive Activities Many people choose to enjoy their horses in competitive events. These activities can be either...
Benefits of Horse Ownership
Physical Benefits of Ownership There are many benefits to involvement with horses, for people of all ages. Equine...
Horse Gaits – Effects of Balance
Ashley Griffin, University of Kentucky Contents 1 Long Stride 2 Short Stride 3 Overreaching Stride 4 Horse Gaits Long...
Horse Gallop
Ashley Griffin, University of Kentucky Although the gallop or run appears to only be a faster canter, it is in fact a...
Horse Trot
Ashley Griffin, University of Kentucky The trot is a two beat diagonal gait where the horse’s legs work in paired...
Horse Walk
Ashley Griffin, University of Kentucky The walk is four beat gait where each foot hits the ground independently. The...
Equine Epiphysitis
Ashley Griffin, University of Kentucky Epiphysitis is an inflammation of the epiphysial cartilage plate of the long...
Horse Gaits – Effects of Structure and Hoof Flight Pattern
Ashley Griffin, University of Kentucky Correct Structure and Travel A horse standing straight on their front and rear...
Horse Movement and Way of Going
Ashley Griffin, University of Kentucky Type of Gaits Understanding how a horse moves is the first step in identifying...
Horse Natural Gaits
Ashley Griffin, University of Kentucky There are five natural gaits of horses. These natural gaits include the walk,...
Permanent Identification using Lip Tattoos in horses
Ashley Griffin, University of Kentucky A lip tattoo is just what its name implies--a tattoo on a horse's lip. It is...