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It’s going to depend on the cut of the pad and the cut of the saddle. But in general, the forward flap of the jump saddle will extend out over the edge of the dressage pad, and the dressage pad will hang down below the flap and get tangled in the long girth of the jump saddle. What...

Shetland ponies, originating off the coast of Scotland, have been around for thousands of years. They are a well-recognized breed with many outstanding characteristics. Known for their strength and intelligence, Shetland ponies excel in both under saddle (when ridden by children) and in-harness work. How much weight can a Shetland pony carry? Most horse owners know and obey the 20%...

Even when Thoroughbreds competed over a distance (402 m) identical to Quarter Horse races, Quarter Horses averaged quicker speeds. Both kinds outpaced Arabians in terms of speed. Who would win in a race a Quarter Horse or a Thoroughbred? After that, the two breeds aren’t left with much differences in terms of speed and performance. The crux of...

If they’re fit, some horses can go five miles without stopping, but it’s vital to remember that these animals are all different. The terrain, pace, age of the horse, breed, and training are all factors that influence how far a horse can run. How far can a horse run in a day? If a horse is fit enough to compete...

Wet hay typically goes through a fermentative state, of sorts, and it would not be good for the horse to eat it while this was happening,” she continued. Caution should be used in purchasing hay that was wet when baled. Too much moisture affects the quality of baled hay. Is hay still good if it gets rained on? If...

Hens can lay about an egg per day during their top-producing months. After the first year, the level of egg production tapers off. Chickens may lay 3-4 eggs per week, followed by one per week, and then down to one per month, until production stops altogether. How many eggs does a hen lay in her lifetime? Some research...

Horses lay down when they need deep sleep, when they’re sick, or when relaxing. Horses like humans need deep sleep to maintain and restore good mental and physical well-being. When horses sleep standing, they are only napping. It’s normal behavior for horses to spend time lying down. Do horses lay down when they have colic? While some horses frequently...

It’s easy to see why chicken is one of the most widely consumed meats in the world. In addition to having a terrific flavor, chicken is an excellent source of protein, phosphorus, selenium, niacin, B vitamins, and other essential vitamins and minerals. These function to increase metabolism, maintain a healthy heart and even stop bone resorption. Given all...

Too much Omega 6 in a horse’s diet interferes with the body’s use of Omega 3 fatty acids. This imbalance could lead to excess inflammation and problems like arthritis. To help modify the inflammatory reaction of a horse’s body to stimuli like exercise, the Omega 3 to 6 ratio needs to be kept in balance. How much omega-3...

Can you break your heel from jumping? You can get a bruised heel from the repeated force of your foot striking the ground, like if you run or jump a lot. It can also happen from a single injury, such as jumping from a big height onto your heel. How hard is it to break your heel? It’s not...