Balanced Stride

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Name of Download Description Cost Download
 
The Effect of Horseshoeing on the Back of the Horse.

This is a 12 page document that takes a much closer look at the foot problem of Navicular Syndrome that occurs in the foot of the horse. Uses 14 diagrams and photos to aid in the teaching process.

$6.00
 
 Evaluating Your Horse's Shoeing

Standard methods of evaluating horseshoeing techniques for the horse owner in order to be able to judge the quality of the work being performed on their horses. A 10 page document with numerous photos & diagrams.

$5.00  

 

 
Some Thoughts About Navicular Syndrome

A 7 page document that looks at one of the most misunderstood causes of lameness within the foot of the horse. It does include the techniques necessary for making sure your horse is taken care of properly.

$4.00  
 
Some Thoughts on Laminitis

An 11 page document that takes a close look at one of the most common foot conditions that affect horses and the proper analysis, treatment, responsibilities of all concerned and the long-term management of an on going condition.

$ 5.00  
 
Some Thoughts on Quarter Cracks

An 8 Page document explaining the correct procedure for treating quarter cracks in horses feet.

$4.00  
 
Some Thoughts on Ringbone & Sidebone Problems

A 6 page document explaining the hows and whys of the two foot conditions known as ringbone and sidebone. It also explains the difference between the two.

$4.00  
 
Some Thoughts on Horse's Sore Backs

A 12 page document that explains the most common reasons that horses have sore backs. Lots of pictures and diagrams to aid in your understanding of the problem.

$5.00  
 
Straight Talk About the Western Saddle

A comprehensive 23 page document that explains the workings of the western saddle. How to fit the saddle correctly to the horse, how to care for it, selection of a used saddle and the proper choice of a good saddle pad or blanket.

$8.00  
 
Movement of the Saddle Horse

A 33 page document that fully explains the various gaits of the saddle horse including; the walk, the trot, the lope, the gallop and the backing gait. Explains both with and without a rider involved.

$8.00  
 
Some Thoughts on Underslung Heels in Horses

A 14 page document explaining the condition that is referred to as underslung heels or sand heels in horses. How to detect, treat and maintain a horse's foot so that it should not happen again after it is corrected.

$4.00  
 
The Loss of Horseshoes

This document is a total of  pages and goes over the most common reasons that your horse may lose their shoes. It shows that it could be the horse's fault, the farrier's fault, the weather's fault and it could even be the condition of the ground where you keep your horse. Download it today and determine why your horse is losing shoes.

$5.00  

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Balanced Shoeing Techniques

This document is quite complete and contains a total of pages that explain how horses need just a little more attention to detail in order to be correctly shod for their own specific needs. Get this document and be able to see why your horse is not performing the same as they use to.

   
       
Body Scoring Your Horse

A document that will instruct you in the three basic methods of determining the body weight and condition of your horse. This information is very useful in being able to determine correct dosage for medications and feed requirements. A page document.