still more tips

Growing thick tails

Use Nexus brand Therapy shampoo and soak the tailhead thoroughly. Then soap only the tailhead, don't worry about the rest of the tail. Rinse well than apply Nexus brand Humectress Conditioner. Let sit for twenty minuts. Then soak the tail and the tailhead in cold water. Brush out the tail and leave it to air dry.

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How to determine height

Measure the distance from the center of the knee joint along the contours of the front of the bone to the coronary band. 15" means you horse is 15 hh  etc..

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Cribber

Chewing on wood is usually done out of boredom or improper diet. You can also use these following tips to help stop the behavior:

Use pressure or creosole treated boards in the stalls

spread the boards with a combintion of tobasco sauce, horseradish and water

Get a strong-smelling non toxic bar of soap and rub the wood well

Install a hot wire right above where the horse is chewing

But the best way is to re-evaluate the feed program and the exercise routine of the horse and change it accordingly. Horses need exercise and they need to stay stimulated.

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Prior to riding your horse for the first time, try grooming him while you stand on a small stepladder. This will get him used to having you above him and remove some of the fear that you are a predator.  It is also handy when you are clipping a bridle path.

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Removing sap

Crisco lard works well to remove sap and pitch. Simply spread on the lard, wait about 10 minutes then with a soft cloth remove the lard and the sap melts away.

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Gobble...Gobble..

Does your horse gobble grain? Place two or three large rocks (larger than they can swallow) into the grain pan. This will slow down most gobblers.