Archive for July 22nd, 2008

Bluetick Coonhound - Dog Breeds - Tips Every Owner Ought To Know

We begin this article with the basic facts about the breed, then follow up with an in-depth look at their personality.
Breed group: Hounds
Weight: 45-80 lbs
Height: 20-27 inches
Overview
Although these dogs are originally from Louisiana, their descent can be traced back to the Bleu Gascogne French hounds. These dogs are natural hunters, and they excel in tracking […]

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The Best Saddle Fit For Your Horse

Many people have asked me how to physically tack up their horses and what to check to make sure they have a near perfect fit. Here are four points to watch as you are saddling your horse to make sure everything is as it should be for horse and for the rider.
1. You […]

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The Rigging of The Western Saddle

Like so many other things, the rigging of a saddle is where it is today through evolution. The cowboy had a “working” saddle that did a little of everything on the ranch such as gathering cattle, rescuing cattle, breaking horses, etc. Different saddle types require different “rigging” for each specific use. The […]

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Basic Horse Tack Supplies

The Definition of “Horse Tack” is all the equipment that you need as the owner of a horse. Riding a horse and properly caring for a horse requires certain equipment to adequately take care of their needs. You will need to evaluate you and your horse’s activities and needs to evaluate what pieces […]

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Are You Ready for an Exotic Pet

Exotic pets are vastly misunderstood in the press, and are often portrayed as unruly, difficult to keep and very much a specialist pet. In actual fact exotic pets make exciting and unusual pets and shouldn’t be dismissed as quickly as they often are. They come in all shapes and sizes, from the humble corn snake […]

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Bichon Frise - Dog Breeds - Facts Every Owner Should Know Or Get To Know

We begin this article with the basic facts about the breed, then follow up with an in-depth look at their personality.
Breed group: Non-sporting
Weight: 7-12 lbs
Height: 9.5-11.5 inches
Overview
The Bichon Frise is a cross between the Poodle and the Barbet Water Spaniel, and made its first appearance during the 14th century. The Bichon was traded by Spanish […]

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