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While the basics of horseback riding may be similar, western and English disciplines and equipment can be very different. It can be fun to try different styles, and many western riders have said experiencing English riding has helped develop their skills in western events. No matter which style a rider chooses, it will take dedication and time to hone perfect balance and light hands. Beginning with tack, the saddle is one obvious difference in western and English riding. An English saddle is…

Horse racing can seem very glamorous. Some Cups are even celebrated with public holidays. Millions of dollars are spent on the fancy ceremonies, champagne, outfits, and gambling on the outcome of the race. However, not many people realize what goes on behind the scenes. Body Paragraphs- Horse racing is an ancient sport. Archaeological records indicate that horse racing occurred in Ancient Greece, Babylon, Syria, and Egypt. Horse racing was popular enough to be included in Ancient Greek…

There has been arguments on where this issue is ethical or not. People get offended when people say how ignorant the rule is because they think it is ethical for the horses. In actuality, they are making it worse for the horse. There are three spots that the chain can be placed: under the jaw, over the nose, and use to under the lip. For the calm horses the chain will either go under the jaw or over the nose, those areas are less sensitive to the horses and to get them to mind with the chain…

Tips For Buying A Horse Property It's unhandy to keep your horse at a rented stable since you have to make special trips just to visit or ride. Having your own property so you can have as many horses as you like is probably a dream come true. A good real estate agent can help you realize your dream by finding the perfect property that already has horse facilities or that is suitable for building them. Here are some tips for buying a horse property. Understand Zoning Laws You may not need to…

The often controversial system of assigning ‘personalities’ to horses is, to a moderate extent, consistent with the understanding of equine learning theory, however it has a limited scope when discussed in conjunction with typical equine behaviour. Typical equine behaviour has been observed and studied for centuries, making it a well researched but often not clearly understood area. The Horsenality Profile Chart developed by Pat Parelli attempts to dissect horse behaviour into four main…

If they don't know by now, US horse players need to come to the realization that horse racing in Australia and Europe is among some of the best horse racing in the world. While a great majority of the racing takes place on turf, these countries have time and again produced some of the best race horses in the world. As a racing fan, you may ask why the US doesn't see more Australian imports coming into the US for major races. There are two viable reasons for this phenomenon. First, the Southern…

Injured, frightened, and beaten are all words that describe horses that are put in kill pens. Most horses never make it out once they enter. Thousands of horses are shipped out of the United States to Mexico or Canada. Once they meet their final destination they will be slaughtered and shipped off the foreign countries for human consumption. In Gail Vacca’s essay, “One Man 's Trash,” she ventures to the Shipshewana “loose horse” auction in Indiana and comes across a kill pen mare that is lame.…

It is understandable that people may crave more money. Sometimes they may even need a little extra change to make ends meet. This particular short-story, “The Rocking Horse Winner,” takes place sometime between the end of World War I and the Great Depression. Needless to say, many people were short on the necessary amount of money to live comfortably or even be able to provide for their families. However, in D.H. Lawrence’s “The Rocking Horse Winner,” being able to provide for a family should…

Horse racing has been in the eyes of the public for many years. How could it not be, with how much publicity surrounding it, much like football or baseball in the United States. Some of this publicity is good, with impressive feats such as the first Triple Crown winner in 37 years garnering an international audience. However, publicity can also be bad with animal rights activists (people who believe animals should live free unrestricted by humans and not used for food, clothes, sport, etc.)…

left to learn about horse racing. However, this is not how her male counterparts view the issue. This is significant because they dismiss her capabilities and view her as less capable than they are. She further comments on gender and age when she sees a horse at the race that she was forced to stop training and sell. “His owner had listened to the argument that a girl of eighteen could not be entrusted with those precise finishing touches” (Markham 159). In the horse racing industry, Markham is…