What comes to mind when you hear about horse feed? Since horses are herbivores, you probably think of pasture grass and hay. Horse feed mainly consists of pasture and hay, just as you might imagine. But is that enough to provide all the necessary nutrients? The answer is no, especially for highly active horses like … Read more
Horseback riding isn’t just about lessons at riding clubs or pony rides at farms. Horse trekking, where you enjoy nature while riding, offers a beautiful scenery experience and a chance to connect with horses, providing a soul-refreshing journey. Within Japan, many horse trekking courses are available across various regions, including forests and seaside trails. However, … Read more
Root Brush Many people have seen horses and felt ‘beautiful!’ This is not only due to their natural grace but also the daily grooming and care, which are crucial for both their appearance and health. How often and how should you groom your horse? Here, we introduce the essential grooming tools and proper techniques.First, grooming … Read more
We want to create a place where retired riding horses can spend their peaceful retirement.Revitalizing the traditional equestrian culture that is declining in Shibecha Town, Hokkaido.Preserving the beautiful natural environment that makes horseback riding irreplaceable. The ‘Eastern Hokkaido Horse Town Project’ was born from the desire of horse lovers to achieve these goals. We hope … Read more
If you own animals, you’ll probably frequently wonder, “What is this horse trying to say? What is it feeling?” There are apps that claim to translate animal sounds like dogs or cats’ meows and purrs, but how reliable are they? Horse riders also surely want to understand what their horses are feeling. So, how can … Read more
Many people may think that training a horse is ‘difficult,’ but horse training isn’t solely the job of professionals. In this article, we explain useful tips and techniques on how to train horses and discipline them effectively. Clarify the Dominance Relationship Is Training Relevant for Beginners? When training horses, it’s important that the horse understands … Read more
Horses move by walking on all fours, swaying their large bodies. Since they use four legs, their energy consumption seems even more intense than that of bipedal humans.Furthermore, in period dramas, you often see horses carrying heavy loads traveling long distances over several days alongside humans. So, how far can a horse actually travel in … Read more
Just like humans, horses also need proper health management to prevent illness and maintain their well-being.In fact, horses that cannot communicate pain, cold, or fatigue through words might require even more attentive care than humans.While serious medical issues should be left to veterinarians, understanding basic signs and behaviors can help owners detect potential health problems … Read more
As the hottest part of summer ends, it’s now the perfect season to enjoy beautiful scenery and refreshing air.What do you like to do during this time? Reading comfortably at home, cooking with fresh ingredients, and savoring slow-brewed coffee are popular indoor activities. But now is the best time to be outside. Why not start … Read more
Popular Gifts for Horse Enthusiasts! This article introduces popular horse-themed accessories and everyday-use horse motif goods for horse lovers, as Part 2 of our series. Whether you’re riding horses and want to keep feeling close to horses off the saddle, or just love animals and think horses are cool, you’ll find many stylish options here. … Read more
