Introduction:
In this blog you will read facts, information on equestrian equipment and yard rules about working with and riding horses. I hope you enjoy reading my blog entry and maybe learn a thing or two, especially if you are thinking about doing something around the beautiful species of horses.
Facts:
First of all, I will explain some top facts that I have learnt throughout my period of being around horses. My first fact is that you HAVE to pay great attention to any staff on the yard as you might not know what a horse's personality is and it could be dangerous, which none of us want. Another fact is that the greatest height of a PONY is 14.2 hands high [58 inches, 147 cm] and a HORSE is anything above that. Fact three is that you shouldn't go into places if you don't know what it is or haven't been asked to go into it. If you have a fall make sure to get a new helmet as the other one could be damaged.
Equestrian equipment:
If you are interested in horse riding you should read this, as this is about the equipment we ask you to wear around the yard and when riding. This is in case you have a fall to protect yourself from getting badly hurt. First of all, the most important piece of equipment is a HORSE RIDING HELMET and it can't be any other as this helmet is made out of special materials that protect the head.The next one is riding boots / wellies or ankle boots. No shoes or trainers can be worn or you wouldn't be allowed to ride. Next are gloves. Now you don't have to wear these but they are reccomended as it will protect the hands if a horse decides to pull hard on the reins, and it helps the grip. Another final one is a body protecter. Again this is recommended but is optional. It will do what its name says so it is better to wear one.
Yard rules :
1.Firstly, don't run in the yard as you could trip and scare horses.
2.Secondly, don't walk behind any horse as it could kick or spook at any time.
3.Thirdly, when grooming / brushing a horse if you're doing it to the tail, stand to the side as they might kick out and you never know when.
4.Rule number four, don't shout as horses have very sensitive hearing.
5.Number five, don't do things by yourself without permission. For example, don't feed without permission or being asked to do so.
6.Finally, always check a girth before mounting as the saddle may slip.
I hope you have enjoyed reading my blog and maybe you have learnt a thing or two. Possibly you could join this friendly sport as it is good for making friends and keeps you fit and healthy.
Thanks for reading.
