tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9858590Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:46:46 +0000Equestrian riding ideas and images. Plus, horse games and books.http://horse-ezine.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (http://ThingsForHorses.com)Blogger72125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9858590.post-598827600721029380Mon, 19 Oct 2009 18:33:00 +00002009-10-19T11:33:17.543-07:00Horse Games and Lessons - Horse Fun Games and Tips: "I stated in another article that at some point the training of a horse is finished and from then on we are talking about managing the performance and behavior. Well, there is one exemption to this rule. This exemption is to strive for excellence."Cash Survey.http://horse-ezine.blogspot.com/2009/10/horse-games-and-lessons-horse-fun-games.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (http://ComfortCamping.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9858590.post-6166945982665562836Fri, 09 Oct 2009 15:59:00 +00002009-10-09T07:59:31.988-07:00Sweet Itch is caused by small flies or midges (culicoides flies) that breed in and around water.   Read more about it next time.   http://ThingsForHorses.com    http://horse-ezine.blogspot.com/2009/10/horse-sweet-itch.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (http://ComfortCamping.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9858590.post-2064720158168234383Mon, 14 Sep 2009 16:58:00 +00002009-09-14T09:58:36.686-07:00If you searched for articles containing horse training tips, it is reasonable to assume that you are interested in or are currently in the business of equestrian training, and you are searching for tips and techniques to effectively produce the finest horses. Regardless of the horse breed, these tricks should produce successful results.   http://ThingsForHorses.com  http://horse-ezine.blogspot.com/2009/09/horse-training-tips.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (http://ComfortCamping.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9858590.post-8204054162837742689Sun, 13 Sep 2009 15:26:00 +00002009-09-13T08:27:38.899-07:00Horse BirthHorse Saddles, Tips and TackBirthing CluesThere is no set time table, however the mare does give us a few clues that let us know that the arrival is near. Milk fills the mare's udder approximately 2 to 4 weeks and the teat become engorged 4 to 6 days prior to the event. The tail head may become more prominent within a few days of the foaling event and the vulva and croup muscles seemed more http://horse-ezine.blogspot.com/2009/09/birthing-clues.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (http://ThingsForHorses.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9858590.post-417266882416131406Tue, 26 May 2009 19:10:00 +00002009-05-26T12:10:46.403-07:00 Yes, it was LONG ago I wrote here last. It is moving forward with the horses, but some things happen all the time. Now we have a hovböld of Belle, she has been put in plaster package for nearly two weeks. This has also meant a visit this week of Hoof care in Kristianstad. Expensive, time consuming and hard work for both body and soul. Cloetta has been without his medicine really long now. http://horse-ezine.blogspot.com/2009/05/it-was-long-overdue-but-better-late.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (http://ComfortCamping.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9858590.post-777121053696908210Mon, 09 Mar 2009 11:03:00 +00002009-03-09T04:03:11.245-07:00We all know that cats are loving and truly wonderful creatures.  These days, it isn't out of the ordinary to see a cat in virtually every other home, sleeping in the window or cuddling up on the laps of their owners.  Although cats have been popular pets for as long as most can remember, they weren't domesticated less than 5,000 years or so ago.  Domestication took place in the valley of thehttp://horse-ezine.blogspot.com/2009/03/we-all-know-that-cats-are-loving-and.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (http://ComfortCamping.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9858590.post-7850167449026551503Thu, 05 Mar 2009 05:57:00 +00002009-03-04T21:57:42.209-08:00When most people think a pet is spoiled feel that it is getting to many treats, has too many expensive toys scattered around the ground, or it's allowed to sleep at night in bed with its humans, normally taking up the entire bed and hogging all the covers. I once even saw a pot bellied pig who was so spoiled that its humans designed an built the miniature porker its very own out house so it http://horse-ezine.blogspot.com/2009/03/when-most-people-think-pet-is-spoiled.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (http://ComfortCamping.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9858590.post-6535209710787316156Wed, 25 Feb 2009 12:39:00 +00002009-02-25T04:39:35.310-08:001¾ cup flour1¼ teaspoon baking soda¼ teaspoon salt1 teaspoon cinnamon½ teaspoon nutmeg¼ teaspoon cloves½ cup oil2/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar1 cup applesauce½ cup raisins (optional)½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.   Stir flour, baking soda, salt and spices together. Mix oil, brown sugar and applesauce, stir in dry ingredients. Stir in walnuts and raisins. http://horse-ezine.blogspot.com/2009/02/applesauce-spice-cake.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (http://ComfortCamping.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9858590.post-4020687211228051216Wed, 18 Feb 2009 20:17:00 +00002009-02-18T12:17:39.282-08:00Dogs were born and bred to eat raw meat. The very first dogs were capable predators, and still are today.If your dog was suddenly thrown out into the wild, his hunting and predatory instinct would take over and he would kill his prey and eat their raw meat.   That is how dogs were meant to be. Now most dogs are domesticated and owners have all but forgotten their dietary needs consist of nothttp://horse-ezine.blogspot.com/2009/02/dogs-were-born-and-bred-to-eat-raw-meat.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (http://ComfortCamping.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9858590.post-6220261222721207829Sat, 14 Feb 2009 20:31:00 +00002009-02-14T12:31:42.798-08:00For beginners, breeding Golden Retrievers is nearly impossible.  Breeding can be very complicated, although it can be easy as well.  You should never attempt to breed unless you know a lot about requirements for hobby breeders, as it is simply unfair to the breed if you have a litter of puppies that simply aren't what they should be.  People who look to buy Golden Retrievers only want top http://horse-ezine.blogspot.com/2009/02/for-beginners-breeding-golden.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (http://ComfortCamping.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9858590.post-3291617063058815133Fri, 06 Feb 2009 14:29:00 +00002009-02-06T06:30:22.915-08:00A blonde had a near death experience. The other day when she went horseback riding. Everything was going fine until the horse started bouncing out of control. She tried with all her might to hang on, but was thrown off.   Just when things could not possibly get worse, her foot got caught in the stirrup. When this happened, she fell head first to the ground. Her head continued to bounce http://horse-ezine.blogspot.com/2009/02/blonde-rides-horse.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (http://ComfortCamping.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9858590.post-5970940749941417351Thu, 05 Feb 2009 18:56:00 +00002009-02-05T10:56:53.096-08:00This is a very sad post, because I am basically 100% sure that Belle has hoof diseases. What the heck she has got it, I do not know. But I suspect it is that is what old wilted grass in the tiny area of the yard which I opened recently, all because she would not have to go on the cold hard ground   Today, I am so sad that the tears fall, for this hoof disease is my nightmare disease. Now shehttp://horse-ezine.blogspot.com/2009/02/update-on-my-horses-hoof-illness.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (http://ComfortCamping.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9858590.post-3121588127985584289Wed, 04 Feb 2009 19:03:00 +00002009-02-04T11:03:27.081-08:00 Today, she is rigid, awkward, reluctant and difficult to reverse. Why I do not know. Is it weather? The North winds? The warmer weather? Or is she possibly STIFF from the weekend's walking? Or, or, or ...??? We were out and did a small turn today, but it was super tough. At home, it was better but not great. When you become gloomy and depressed, when you get to force your horse to move, http://horse-ezine.blogspot.com/2009/02/today-she-is-rigid-awkward-reluctant.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (http://ComfortCamping.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9858590.post-7777704600125318067Tue, 03 Feb 2009 16:32:00 +00002009-02-03T08:32:09.288-08:00My horse is so frustrated that she tried to bite me in the arm yesterday. But, overall, she is much, much better. Very little pulse in the legs. Then she went better than in a long time. Energetic and happy and wanted OUT!   It will be a LONG week with the little horse inside! Please weather gods, SNOW or THAW! http://ThingsForHorses.com    http://horse-ezine.blogspot.com/2009/02/weathered-horse.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (http://ComfortCamping.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9858590.post-3050430944297615449Tue, 03 Feb 2009 14:30:00 +00002009-02-03T06:30:15.634-08:00Heartworm Treatment For Cats   As most pet owners already know, heartworm treatment for cats and dogs isn't the same. Never, under any circumstances, should you give your cat heartworm treatment that is designed for a dog – or vice versa.  Even though you may own both dogs and cats, you should always give them medicine that is designed for their species.   No matter how you look at it, http://horse-ezine.blogspot.com/2009/02/heartworm-treatment-for-cats.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (http://ComfortCamping.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9858590.post-4028588481591281198Sun, 01 Feb 2009 16:15:00 +00002009-02-01T08:15:11.452-08:00 Valparaiso FL. Florida is located in Florida's Okaloosa County.  There are approximately 6,408 people living in the city of Valparaiso Florida equaling approximately 2000 households. The average income per household in Valparaiso Florida is approximately $39,521.  Approximately 31% of the families in Valparaiso Florida and 6.7% of the general population in Valparaiso Florida are living http://horse-ezine.blogspot.com/2009/02/pet-health-insurance-valparaiso-fl.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (http://ComfortCamping.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9858590.post-1224707054104282516Fri, 30 Jan 2009 08:40:00 +00002009-01-30T00:40:23.097-08:00Dogs that are considered hypoallergenic may cause fewer allergic reactions in people who own them other breeds. There are many breeds of long hair, short hair, and hairless varieties to choose from depending on your particular allergies and what you are looking for in a dog. Hypoallergenic dogs are sold mostly by breeders, but you can also find them in pet stores and sometimes in animal http://horse-ezine.blogspot.com/2009/01/how-to-help-dogs-that-are.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (http://ComfortCamping.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9858590.post-3661629204222830718Fri, 23 Jan 2009 07:11:00 +00002009-01-22T23:11:20.250-08:00Horse Tack and Tips - The Place For Horses.: "Cats that have long hair need to be brushed and combed on a daily basis, while cats with short hair need to be groomed on a weekly basis. When you brush your cat, you should always watch for lumps in the coat and skin irritations. You should start brushing along the cat’s back, going from his head to his tail. Do this a few times on one side, and thenhttp://horse-ezine.blogspot.com/2009/01/horse-tack-and-tips-place-for-horses.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (http://ThingsForHorses.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9858590.post-3743221573328625667Fri, 23 Jan 2009 07:04:00 +00002009-01-22T23:04:58.180-08:00How to Have a Brick Horse Instead of a Horse of Straw Or Sticks: "Wouldn't you rather have a horse of brick than a horse of straw or stick? You've seen the riders on the latter two, nervous about trailer loading, coaxing with carrots or grain; or tiptoeing around this obstacle or that. A brick horse on the other hand will pick up your slack and when he isn't sure about something will wait for http://horse-ezine.blogspot.com/2009/01/how-to-have-brick-horse-instead-of.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (http://ThingsForHorses.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9858590.post-6801788410866209131Fri, 23 Jan 2009 06:55:00 +00002009-01-22T22:55:39.773-08:00Remember the Three Little Pigs and their houses? The house of straw, flimsy and unstable, ready to blow away with a gust of wind; the house of sticks, built with a little more stability, but still unreliable when the chips were down. The ultimate house, the house of bricks, was ready for anything, solid and dependable.   Wouldn't you rather have a horse of brick than a horse of straw or http://horse-ezine.blogspot.com/2009/01/horse-article.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (http://ComfortCamping.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9858590.post-7904074994667438163Wed, 21 Jan 2009 11:43:00 +00002009-01-21T03:43:51.404-08:00Grooming Your Cat   No cat wants to be dirty, and it's up to you to ensure that your cat stays clean.  Grooming is very important, as it helps your cat remain clean and healthy.  Grooming starts with brushing, as brushing helps to keep the cats hair from becoming hairballs.  Brushing will remove loose hair, and help prevent the risk of hairballs.  A lot of cats have trouble dislodging http://horse-ezine.blogspot.com/2009/01/grooming-your-cat.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (http://ComfortCamping.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9858590.post-3435158812240001193Tue, 20 Jan 2009 08:38:00 +00002009-01-20T00:38:03.030-08:00Grooming and Brushing Tips for Dogs That Are Hypoallergenic   Buying a hypoallergenic dog may help reduce allergic reactions to dog hair and dander, but these dogs require special attention because of their hair. Most of these breeds have short coats that resemble human hair rather than traditional fur. As a result, these dogs shed as much as humans, which means they require regular haircutshttp://horse-ezine.blogspot.com/2009/01/grooming-and-brushing-tips-for-dogs.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (http://ComfortCamping.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9858590.post-6735974801019860760Mon, 19 Jan 2009 22:23:00 +00002009-01-19T14:23:52.453-08:00Pet Health Insurance   Recent revelations in scientific research have provided pet owners with the means to now save their beloved family pets from injuries and diseases that would have caused the pet to be euthanized in the not so distant past.  The sad news is that when the unthinkable happens and a pet life hangs in the balance most pet owners find that they are unable to afford the oftenhttp://horse-ezine.blogspot.com/2009/01/pet-health-insurance.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (http://ComfortCamping.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9858590.post-7335228195245915551Sat, 17 Jan 2009 18:06:00 +00002009-01-17T10:06:51.477-08:00Bedding For Your Golden   Bedding for your Golden Retriever is very important, as this is where he will be spending quite a bit of time - especially at night.  The ideal bedding for your Golden should be a natural fiber, such as wool, as wool absorbs most moisture and will keep your companion warm.  When you get your blanket, you can try thrift stores, as they aren't very expensive.  You http://horse-ezine.blogspot.com/2009/01/bedding-for-your-golden.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (http://ComfortCamping.com)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9858590.post-3304046373832740772Thu, 15 Jan 2009 06:56:00 +00002009-01-14T22:56:56.584-08:00 Several racehorses stand around a stable chatting about their careers. One of them boasts about his track record. "In my last 15 races, I've won 8 times!" Another horse breaks in, "Well, I've won 19 of my last 27 races!" Not to be outdone, a third horse, says, "That's pretty good, but of my last 36 races, I've won 28!" At this point, they notice that a greyhound dog has been sitting there http://horse-ezine.blogspot.com/2009/01/horse-joke.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (http://ComfortCamping.com)0