ASKHQ: CAN YOU RIDE A MINIATURE HORSE?

Q: Can Miniature Horses be ridden? Answered by Suzette Ostreim A: Miniature Horses, like any other horse breed, can be ridden, and must be treated exactly like their larger counterparts when being selected for a riding career. Just like with the large breeds, the Miniature Horse must be mature in age and physical development (usually at around…

BylizzieJuly 11, 20200Comments

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ASKHQ: MINIATURE HORSE TACK

Q: Where do you get tack for Miniature Horses? A: Miniature Horse tack can be purchased from moth equestrian outlets. Saddles or pads should always be fitted to ensure that they do not go further back than the last rib. This usually requires something in the region of an eight inch saddle. Small dressage girths tend…

BylizzieApril 26, 20200Comments

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ASKHQ: DO MINIATURE HORSES WEAR SHOES?

Q: Do Miniature Horses wear shoes? A: Miniature Horses have no need for shoes. They have very hardy hooves and with correct trimming they do not need shoes unless for medical or corrective reasons. Soft 'tekkie-like' shoes are placed on their hooves when people take them indoors to avoid them slipping on the floors, but these shoes…

BylizzieNovember 18, 20190Comments

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ASKHQ: COMPANION FOR MY HORSE

[Q] My horse lives at home with us and I ride to my coach for lessons every week. We would love to provide him with a companion. Keeping a horse can be expensive, so we were wondering what other animals live well with horses? Asked by Christie Boulden [A] Horses are herd animals by nature, so they are pre-eminently oriented…

BylizzieJanuary 31, 20190Comments

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The versatility of the Miniature horse – part 1

Who has seen Miniature horses? Almost everyone. Where have you seen them? Most likely at stable yards, horse shows, farms and petting zoos. But a Miniature horse in the suburbs? Surely very infrequently, if ever! Yet it’s entirely possible and easy to achieve with a bit of knowledge and adaptation. Keeping Miniature horses in a suburban…

BylizzieDecember 20, 20160Comments

ASKHQ: CAN YOU RIDE A MINIATURE HORSE?

ASKHQ: MINIATURE HORSE TACK

ASKHQ: DO MINIATURE HORSES WEAR SHOES?

ASKHQ: COMPANION FOR MY HORSE

The versatility of the Miniature horse – part 1

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