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Horse Care: What NOT to ignore!

Wednesday, October 29th, 2008

Some times your horse’s saddle pads, horse blankets, horse rugs, saddle girths, horse tack, horse clothing, and horse boots can help you in tracking your horse’s health. Apart from this, your horse can acquire some deadly problems like infectious anemia and laminitis.

Equine infectious anemia if occurred can cause serious problems to the health of your horse. This viral disease is known to affect the immune system of the horse. It is estimated that around five hundred such cases are reported every year.

EIA directly influence the immune system of the horse. After developing this, the horse becomes more prone to infections like bronchopneumonia. More agonizing is the fact that there is no cure fro EIA. So, all one can do is take precautions and preventions.  However, horses can be tested for the diseases through a serum test.

Laminitis is another deadly disease that is a sure time horse killer. It is caused by the troubled blood flow.  This ailment mainly affects the horses’ feet. There are various causes associated with this disease’s onset. Some of the causes include high fever, digestive upsets due to overfeeding, severe colic, severe stress, body toxins, and excessive weight carried.

Symptoms to identify the disease are increased pulse, heat in horse’s feet, toe pain, and lameness. Treatments range from giving medical fluids, therapy, and dietary measures and restricts.  Apart from this, if you suddenly find your horse loosing appetite then it shows that the horse is not well. Your horse may also suffer from sweating, depression, swollen legs, and red eyes.

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Saddle girths

Tuesday, October 7th, 2008

Irisoverseas.com is one of the leading manufactures of equestrian products and horse goods. We also offer the option of providing customized goods. So if you are looking for Saddlery and Equestrian products then you have come to the right place.

In this section, we are going to talk about saddle girth also called cinch. It is mainly used to keep horse saddle in place. A girth surrounds the horse and attaches itself to girth tabs from both sides.

The other Saddlery products used in events like jumping or racing includes overgirths also called surcingles, breastgirths, breastplates, and breastcollars. They help in keeping the saddle intact.
Buy a girth that helps in uniformly distribution of pressure over the entire horse body. Since, if the girth is too thin it may lead to uneasiness for the horse. Many horse riders opt for girths that have extra elbowroom, which makes the horse more comfortable and gives space for backward leg movements.

To properly measure a girth place it on a horse and then with a measuring tape calculate from the center hole of the billet on one side, under the horse belly to the midpoint of the billet on the other side.

In case girth bought is slightly small then a girth extender may be attached to a billet as it lengthens it. Nowadays market is flooded with various forms of girths such as halters, reins, breastplates, stirrups, bridles, and martingales. Term used for various horse equipment and accessories is tack. Therefore equipping a horse is called tacking up. To know more about Saddlery & Horse Equestrian Products visit our official website.

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Equine kit

Tuesday, September 23rd, 2008

Equine kit is an important aspect of horse care. Every horse owner will have Equine kit in his or her barn. Some of the must keep products in an Equine kit are Bandages, Gauze or cotton rolls, Small, sharp scissors, Betadine scrub for cleaning wounds, Phenylbutazone for pain relief, and disposable syringes & needles.

One should consult a horse vet to prepare a good Equine kit. Nowadays, you can even buy Equine kit from the market or online and do away from all the troubles of organizing them.

Irirsoverseas.com is one of the prominent names in selling horse products such as Saddle Pads, Martingales and Equestrian Products, Horse Boots, Horse Rugs, Head Collars, Bridles, Reins, Breast Girths, Blankets, Indoor / Outdoor Rugs, Anti-Sweat Sheets, Dogs Clothes, and Dog Rugs. They also offer amazing range of bandages like Halters, Exercise Bandages, Elastic Bandages, Polo Bandages, Bandages Pads, Synthetic Half Chaps, Fleece cum Elastic Bandages, and Leg or tail Bandages.

Good horse owner is the one who looks after his/her horse in sickness and good health. Make sure that before administrating any medicine you consult with a veterinarian doctor.

Imagine what would happen if you do not have an Equine kit in case of an emergency? A small cut or wound may lead to serious damage or injury to the horse. This serious injury might lead to serious health problem for the horse in future. As it is rightfully said, “precaution is better than cure,” an Equine kit is a must-have for every horse caretaker. Get today an Equine kit and get rid off all your worries related to horse health.

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Synthetic Harness for your horse

Tuesday, September 23rd, 2008

There are different types of harness available in the market. Some types of harness are the Show harness, Carriage or van harness, Racing harness, Cart or wagon harness, and Plow harness. Parts of the harness include horse collar, breast collar, Hames, Breeching, Traces, tugs, Girth, Belly-band, Back band, Surcingle, Crupper, Terrets, Reins, Bridle, and Horse brasses.

Synthetic Harness is made of biothane materials. These materials are high in providing resistance to cut and abrasions. It also offers an overall resistance to chemicals and also provides flexibility even at low temperatures. Synthetic Harness would help your horse get protected from fungal infections. Embossed PVC is used for the padding of synthetic Harness. You can also go for Equi-track harnesses that offer comfort for riders. These harnesses made of synthetic material also make it easier for the rider to control his horse.

Horse harnesses serves as the tacks that is put around the horse’s body to make it pull a carriage, wagon, or sleigh. Harnesses are also used to make animals pull loads like plough and canal boat. Harnesses that include horse collar are used for horses that are involved in heavy hauling. Horses that are meant for light work like shows and competitions needs to just have the one with breast collar.

The process of putting on harness on to a horse is called harnessing. This procedure is also known as harnessing up the horse. Attaching the horse harness to the load is known as hitching. Harness components for horses should be the exclusively designed for horses. Other harnesses that are used for animals like oxen are useless for horses. Moreover, the harnesses meant for other animals would not allow the horse to work efficiently.

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Tailor made horse products especially for a new horse owner

Friday, August 29th, 2008

There are many different types of horse products such as headcollars/bridles & reins, breast girths & martingles, outdoor rugs, dog rugs, bandages, boots, saddle pads, webbings/girth elastics, indoor rugs, summer/anti sweat sheets, colour harmony, girths, synthetic harness, reflective wraps, and equipment that can be purchased for a number of purposes and uses.

When you decide to go out for your pick, you are bound to face a wide variety of options. That is why it is extremely important to know what you need before hand.

No matter you have a huge budget to spend on these horse products or not, tailor made horse products are easier to order and purchase. There are companies which give you complete freedom to buy tailor made horse products. The only thing which you have to do is to tell them the specifications based on your loved ones size and built.
One of the interesting things to make your horse look beautiful is to have a perfect match of colors of the products you plan to buy for your horse. This is very important as dark colored horse products show elegant contrast on a light colored horse. And opposite in the case if your horse is dark colored. Even the combination of colors available in horse products can be made to your tastes and preferences.

This is where you score well if you buy tailor made horse products. The reason is that a theme is followed when products are arranged for your horse. Make sure that your saddle must be comfortable for you and your horse.

And last but not the least; do remember to read lot of information on horse care. Because you are a new horse owner, it makes sense to have a thorough understanding of your horse.

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Art of Buying Horse Products

Tuesday, August 26th, 2008

Before I planned to buy a horse, I was already equipped with outdoor rugs, indoor rugs, summer/anti sweat sheets, dog rugs, saddle pads, headcollars/bridles & accessories, boots, bandages, girths, breast girths & martingles, synthetic harness, reflective wraps and webbings/girth elastics. I bought all this horse stuff from one of the best retail stores known for world class quality horse products, Iris Overseas. In fact, it the best discount horse supply selection store and one stop horse care products store. Here is something great if you are looking for heavy discounts- Shopping on Iris Overseas mean getting all the horse stuff at the most reasonable prices.

Anyway let me tell you the next step of the ‘Art of Buying Horse Products’. Go for bright colors especially for indoor/outdoor rugs, summer/anti sweat sheets, saddle pads and headcollars/bridles. The reason is simple. It will keep your loved pet energetic and look great all the time. Bright colors also do not look dull even after much use.
One of the most important things which you must have is Ribstop Water Proof Breathable, Foam Filling Fleece and Fur Linin for your horse. It protects your horse’s legs and keeps away the infections and other diseases. Buying saddle pads make sure that they should have foam filling and cotton twill lining to provide cushion to your horse. It also comforts the horses. Same applies to headcollars, bandages synthetic harness and reflective harness. Although, reflective wraps are meant for identifying the horse from a distance, these should also be filled with cotton.

Since summer sheets are going to be bought in summers only, they must also be ply fill padding with polyester lining.

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Your Horse needs care

Friday, August 22nd, 2008

Equestrian products generally range from saddle pads, saddlery products, horse rugs, saddle girths, horse tack, horse clothing, horse blankets, horse boots, and much more! But all these products become baseless if you don’t know how to properly take care of your horse. The care that your horse need covers a wide range of topics like shelter, food and other required supplies. These supplies are important for your horses’ overall health. These supplies generally range from bridles, crops, brushes, horse shoes, and saddles etc. With a variety of clothing options available in the market, one must know what perfectly suits your horse and its breed.

Bridles are one of the most important horse products to look out for. A horse rider should definitely spend a good amount of time in choosing a perfect bridle for his horse. Horse bridle is a way to get connected to your horse in a special way. One of the most common types of bridle is the Dressage bridle. This bridle is the one that fits over the head of the horse. There are ample of options available for the quality and price ranges for the bridles. The leather used in the bridle should be of good quality. Do not compromise on bad quality leathers as they tend to crack and wear off easily. This generally happens during bad and harsh weather. Always make sure about some points before starting to ride your horse. You should check the reins and make sure that they aren’t easily breakable. Synthetic leather is another good option that comes as lightweight and easy to maintain. It is even better to consult a professional pet-care expert who can help you get the best possible products for your horse.

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THE GAITS OF THE HORSE

Monday, August 18th, 2008

Though Horse Rugs, Blankets, Clothing, Head Collars, Bridles, Reins, Breast Girths, Martingles are equally important, but saddles have always remained the hot favorite among the equestrian products. Get some quality equestrian products for your horse. Make it feel the horse power!  It’s you who know what’s best for your beloved horse.

There are different types of Saddles available in the market. Your horse will be pretty happy with this wide range. Through the ages, saddles have been developed and built in diverse ways. The frame of the saddle is called tree and is made of wood, steel, and sometimes a combination of both. The rigid frame of the saddle comes well padded and covered with leather. It is attached with one or more broad straps called girths. This girth is for a purpose. It passes under the horse’s body and is fastened at the opposite sides. A leather strap is also suspended from the sides of a saddle for a stirrup.

 Saddles are made to be curved on the underside of a horse’s back and on the top side to fit the horse rider’s body. Special care should be taken to fit the saddle properly to the horse so the rider’s weight is balanced and centered on the horse. This weight shouldn’t come on the withers or the spine of the horse.

Flat saddles or English saddles are called flat because they are so gently curved that the rider’s seat appears to be flat. Basically, there are three types of flat saddles – The forward seat or jumping saddle, the modified forward saddle, and the dressage saddle. The forward seat or jumping saddle is known for having flaps that stretch well over the horse’s shoulders. These types of saddles are perfect for open jumping riders. Modified forward saddles have flaps that do not extend far like in jumping saddles. These saddles are suited for ordinary riding, jumping, and hunting. The third type, dressage saddle is known for having a much deeper seat than the other two.

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Saddle pads, head collars, bridles, and reins for my horse

Thursday, August 14th, 2008

I shouldn’t have spent much money on Saddle Pads, Head Collars, Bridles, Reins, Breast Girths and Martingles. I brought every imaginable Equestrian Products for my horse. From Horse Boots, Horse Rugs, Blankets, Indoor / Outdoor Rugs, Anti-Sweat Sheets, and the list goes on! All this win-win enthusiasm of mine had turned out to be a complete fiasco.

I can’t believe my ill luck! Ricky wasn’t joking when he said, “Hey, Mike, if you race that nag once more, he’ll suffer a 7-lb penalty,” or “buddy, you carried overweight. Cut down on the plum man!”

Penalty was explained to me in the beginning of my horse jockey career. It is like this: if a race goes up for those of four-year-olds or more than that, which at the beginning of the season have not won any hurdle race…….and if they have won a hurdle race since the start of the season, they are to carry a 7-lb penalty. This penalty is the extra weight, most of the times flat thin sheets of lead are carried in pockets of the weight cloth that lies over the horse’s back. This weight is put under the number cloth and saddle. Steeplechase racing follow the penalty trend. It is the jockey who actually needs to carry the weight allotted to his horse. You also get weighed before and after a race.

Yes, it is true that I’m not totally ignorant, but sometimes your luck doesn’t click and you seem to forget important points. My race card (the one that shows the horse’s age and how much weight has been carried in the race) shows an F that means fell and a P that means pulled up and didn’t finish. But as they say in Hollywood- “The show must go on!” and I must move on, no matter what.

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Equestrian goods

Wednesday, August 13th, 2008

There are various styles of horse goods that are available in the market and which you can also buy them at irisoverseas.com. You would be amazed to know that wide range of equestrian products that one can buy & use for their horse styling and care right from saddle pads, horse rugs, saddle girths, horse tack, horse clothing to horse boots.

Irisoverseas.com mainly offers Pattern Headcollar, Reflective Headcollar, Nylon Headcollar, Padded Logo, Headcollar, Synthetic Bridle, Pattern Bridle and Equitack Bridles Reins when it comes to head collars & reins. They not only help in making your horse look stylish but also are used for their care & keep up their health as it helps in guiding the horse & keep their head steady.

If we talk of horse breast girths & martingales then they basically act as a connective piece that goes over the horse’s withers and holds it high enough so that it will not interfere with the movement of the horse’s shoulder, it is important especially for fast paced performances. You can buy the various forms of breast girths like Tubular Racing Girths, Breast Plate with Fur, Breast Girth and Jumping Breast Girth from our site.

Next product that enhances a horse look is boots which can also be bought in various designs & pattern such as PVC Brushing Boots, Tail Protector, and Light weight sport Boots, Tendon Boots, PVC Fetlock Boots, Ribstop Water Proof Breathable, and Foam Filling Fleece & Fur Linen. These boots helps in giving support to the horse’s tendons and protect their splint bone. They also give protection to the horse’s legs from outside debris or getting struck by a hind leg. They are considered to be a must especially for the equine athlete. Since, without proper protection & care horses may injure their legs.

These are some of the explanation of the products for huge range of horse care products available at our website (irisoverseas.com). Do watch out this space for more information or simply browse through our website to get a brief preview on the products.

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