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Horses carry 2/3 of their weight on their front legs. They support the front half of the torso, plus the entire head and neck. Add the weight of a rider, who is positioned mainly over the shoulder and front legs, and your questions are answered.

My new hunk. He's not sound, but I'm hoping it is just because he was kicked in the leg and then run through a fence at his last home. Fingers are crossed that it is temporary and he'll be sound soon!

If I have a horse that doesn't know how to canter I ride with a crop for a couple of days. When you ask for a canter, tap with the crop if they don't do what you are asking. On another note, if you are unbalanced it is going to be uncomfortable for the horse to change gaits and that may be why...

He does everything, but really doesn't like cows. I suppose he'd get used to it if he was around them enough. He even rides in parades with kids on him.

I love my thoroughbred. He was my first horse and he'll be with me until one of us dies. Sure he might be a bay and blend in with the rest, but his personality is second to none. He is very loyal and a smart. He's saved his riders' lives a couple of times. I don't let other people ride him...

Around here we have all kinds of horse shoppers. There are some very expensive warmbloods and draft crosses. Most people, however, are looking for a gold nugget and don't want to pay for it. Here is what a typical ISO ad looks like. I see them on facebook all the time: We are looking to...

A horse can learn to do pretty much anything in a hackamore or bitless bridle. What is allowed in shows and competition is a whole other ballgame. It is a shame that so much of showing focuses on equipment and "bling" rather than the actual ability of the horse.

I was on a page on facebook for mule owners. The people there advocate and support abusive handling methods and cowboy training. I was respectful when posting on there even though I didn't agree with the majority of the things that were happening. Everyone was complaining that their mules...

Sorry you lost out on a horse for your sister. It wasn't meant to be, but there is a reason behind it and you will find a better horse. When you find something you want, be sure to make an offer on it right away. The good ones sell fast.

I'm not sure where you live, but keep in mind that there are a lot of dishonest people working in the "slaughter" pipeline. They actually buy horses or obtain them for free with no intention of ever shipping them to slaughter. They will increase the price by up to $1000 and play on people's...

That is great that you want to rescue a foal ( or other horse). There are so many that need homes - your heart will feel happier than if you bred your mare. Bottle babies are more of a challenge, but not all of them are that bad. We had one a few years back. He was a 16.3 appendix QH, a...

In a lot of states there are programs for youth and adults to gentle or train mustangs. The trainers are eligible for TIP money, so in the end it doesn't cost you anything to get the horse. I'm not sure what state you are in, but you should look into it in your area. In my state it costs $25...

She is very pretty and learning a lot with you already! Why was she never halter trained before you got her? It looks like the two of you are going to have a lot of fun this summer. There are so many horses that end up unwanted and homeless each year. It might be better to rescue or adopt...