Horse Management
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NYB: Reasons to take the H-A/H-HM Testing
Written by Elizabeth Larson Since the start of the new year is often when we make decisions about our goals for the year, I want to encourage you to include the H-A/H-HM test as one of your ambitions! Here a few of many reasons to take your H-A/H-HM this coming year. I completed this test three years ago during my first semester of college. You got this! You already have teaching experience. To the best of my knowledge, the teaching, longing and bandaging are some of the most commonly-failed sections of the H-A test. Since the longing and bandaging are objectively easier skills to sharpen months leading up to the…
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Winter Health Hazards for Horses
A Pony Club vet's advice to keep your horse healthy this winter, whatever the weather brings.
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USPC Horse Management Certification and Resources for the H-B Level
You love horses and might just want to ride… but understanding them and learning to take care of them can be just as rewarding. The United States Pony Clubs (USPC) is known for its Horse Management curriculum. At the national levels, we have two certification levels that require practical in-depth knowledge of horse care and teaching: H-B and H-A Certification. The H-B Certification covers Horse Management knowledge and skills that demonstrate increasing awareness, education, and competence in the care and handling of horses and in teaching those abilities to others. It reflects the theory and study as well as the practical aspects of unmounted horse management that can be expected…
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Horse Treat Tips
Many people enjoy feeding their horses treats. Treats are a nice way to reward your horse after a ride and can be useful as a training tool. Here are some tips to treat your horse safely.
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Winter is Coming: Is Your Feeding Program Ready?
As cool weather approaches, now is the time to start thinking about the changes you may need to make to your horse’s feeding program.
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Fall Grooming Fixes
As the crisp fall weather arrives, our horses present us with some unique grooming challenges.
