This collection of articles is designed for the beginning horseback rider and for those who simply have an interest in horses. They cover essential basic information concerning the major horse-related activities in the United States and Canada, and some fundamentals related to the care of a horse. This information might be used by a beginner to learn the scope of equestrian activities and some basic terminology; by spectators of horse events and equestrian enthusiasts to learn something of the background, terminology and meaning of what they are watching; by experienced horsemen and horsewomen who wish to acquaint themselves with other equestrian activities in which they seldom participate, or perhaps as a refresher on some aspect of their favorite pastime.
You will learn basic things about the history of the horse, the horse's anatomy, common ailments, basics of managing a stable, and shoeing. You will also read about horse activities on the North American continent. There is also a historical reference section detailing our nation’s past use of horses in the cavalry.
These articles should prove to be useful to the average horseman without being too technical. Some of the articles are provided by external sources. We provide them on this site as reference materials for our visitors. You must contact the authors for all questions concerning the information provided. We list the author's contact information and website address at the end of each article.
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