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Do you use fly spray on your horse?

  • Yes, store bought. (69%)
  • Yes, I make my own. (24%)
  • No, I don't use fly spray. (7%)

5 latest comments:

Do you ride with your horse on trail?

  • Yes (80%)
  • No (20%)

5 latest comments:

  • trail riding is very important and is a relaxing fun thing to do with your horse

Do you restrict the amount of lush spring grass your horse eats?

  • Yes (65%)
  • No (35%)

5 latest comments:

  • We start with 20 minutes, then 30, 45, 60, two hour, then half a day for a couple of days, then full days.
  • They deserve the beat that can be given to them
  • slowly start them back on it
  • Dedicated to keeping them founder-free.
  • my horses get very fat otherwise

How often are your horse’s hooves trimmed?

  • Every six weeks (53%)
  • Longer than six weeks (21%)
  • Every five weeks (17%)
  • Every four weeks (8%)
  • My horse’s hooves self-trim (1%)

5 latest comments:

  • when the bf, nee free farrier, resets the shoes
  • 10 weeks
  • 8-10 weeks, depending on the season.
  • 4 weeks means they usually only need a good rasping and their feet stay fit!

Do you ride with at least one other person?

  • Yes, most times (43%)
  • Sometimes (25%)
  • No, I ride on my own (16%)
  • Yes, every time (16%)

5 latest comments:

  • But I ride alone too
  • I want my own horse but I'm 12 and can't afford it
  • My best friend and I try to ride a couple times a week for more than 15 yrs.
  • We ride with a group of friends whom belong to Traben Ag which has trails throughout Ontario
  • Although a nice ride by myself is nice, it can be welcome to have a companion in case of falls or emergencies.
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  • I ride in a ring at my house and my parents usually watch me. :)
  • I have to ride on my own as I am the only horse person on the property