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Jimmy Cox's Articles in Horses

  • How To Get Acquainted With Your Horse
    Before anyone can become a successful horseman there must be an understanding between owner and animal. If the guidelines given in this article are followed, you and your horse should become acquainted in no time.
  • The Importance Of Post Positions In Horseracing
    The post position is where a race horse starts his race and it can have a variable effect on the outcome of the race, which in turn, can have an affect on your horseracing handicap. The importance of post positions cannot be overrated and are a component of horseracing that will help you determine a handicap.
  • Good Western Racing Horses
    Whenever the term "Western horse" is used, most people picture a rough-and-tumble rodeo - an event full of color but so full of danger, too, that no youngster would be permitted to enter the regular events. What few people realize is that many small, country horse shows have classes open to Western horses.
  • Catching Horse Fever
    Have you ever been to a horse show and seen the sleek, shiny horses of every size and color performing at the peak of their splendor? If not, you don't know what you're missing. Come along now on a trip to the country and the wonderful world of the show.
  • Unlock The Secrets Of Horse Riding
    There is a lot to learn in riding a horse, but each stage, each new piece of learning is exciting. Take these tips and then have fun riding!
  • Understanding the Psychology of the Horse
    How many times have you heard people say that horses are stupid, unable to reason, and extremely selfish? But who stops to take the trouble to find out what really makes a horse "tick"? Admitted, there are stupid horses just as there are stupid people, but this large animal is full of fears, emotions, and affection.
  • Proper Grooming of Horses
    The body brush does the main work. The groom should stand well back from the horse and lean the weight of his body on to the brush, which should penetrate to the skin. It is worked in the direction that the coat lays.
  • Conditioning And Feeding Horses
    Horses confined in stables are being kept under artificial conditions, and in consequence skill is required to maintain them in good health. Living under natural conditions the horse eats grass; he eats for a very considerable number of hours each day and during the night; he feeds in small quantities at frequent intervals, and he drinks whenever he feels inclined.

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