Publication date: Feb. 17, 2009

Melvin BradleyDepartment of Animal SciencesEvery time people use horses, they exercise psychology, because their strength is no match to that of horses. If we don't use superior psychology, we may find horses using us to achieve objectives that are ...

Publication date: Aug. 1, 2002

Wayne LochDepartment of Animal SciencesBrooke BallengerExtension Occupational Safety ProgramHorse sports are very rewarding when safety practices are followed. But maintaining safe working conditions when handling horses cannot be ...

Publication date: Aug. 1, 2002

Wayne LochDepartment of Animal SciencesDuring the last decade, participation in horse-related activities has continued to grow. The National Safety Council estimates that more than 10 million people in the United States are involved in equine sports. ...

Publication date: Aug. 1, 2002

Wayne Loch, Department of Animal SciencesBridles are used to control horses and achieve desired performance. Although horses can be worked without them or with substitutes, a bridle with one or two bits can add extra finesse. The bridle allows you to ...

Publication date: Aug. 1, 2002

Wayne LochDepartment of Animal SciencesFigure 1. Halters are designed only to help catch, hold, lead and tie horses and ponies.Halters are designed to help catch, hold, lead and tie horses and ponies. They are nothing else. Every horse should have ...

Publication date: July 1, 2002

Melvin Bradley and Wayne LochDepartment of Animal SciencesThe barrel saddle, top, and roping saddle are two of the many types of saddles available.A saddle is one of the first pieces of equipment most people buy after they acquire a horse. It is a ...