Richard Schibell Racing

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Horses need treatment after exercising just like human athletes. Trainers and jockeys willing to take a couple simple measures following a ride will enhance the animal’s soundness immediately after the workout and also across posterity.  Horses have powerful upper body muscles that streamline the legs.  This body type is quite efficient for racing yet there is no protection for the ligaments, tendons and joints from the knee downward.  These important structures gradually weaken as the animal trains and races.  In fact, studies show digital flexor tendons are pushed to the brink as horses gallop.  This is precisely why horses are so vulnerable to injury. Richard Schibell suggests that you “warm up properly, remain mindful of footing and closely monitor your horse’s workload to reduce the chances of injury”.  The push to prevent leg injuries does not stop after dismounting; care after races and training sessions will also make a considerable difference in...

Racehorses are muscular and flexible athletes.  Every good athlete requires ongoing care and conditioning to remain healthy.  Caring for a racehorse is easier said than done.  Above all, the racehorse’s health matters more than anything else.  Caring for racehorses requires several people, a considerable amount of time and hard work.  Here’s how to do it. Preparing for Race Day Racehorse trainers are tasked with developing dietary plans, therapies, supplements and conditioning strategies tailored to each horse’s nuanced needs.  Horses are dependent on groomers, their jockey, veterinarians and trainers.  The best horse racing trainers are cognizant of the fact that some of these animals are over-trained.  Over-training prior to an event is especially problematic as it can cause dehydration, cramping, strains and injury prior to and during races.  Do not hire a trainer for your racehorse unless he or she has the proper state license for trai...

Horse enthusiasts tend to care deeply about all animals.  Plenty of riders own dogs, cats and other pets.  Unfortunately, some dog owners hesitate to bring their furry friend to the barn.  Dogs and horses might seem like two peas in a pod yet improperly mixing these two animals has the potential to backfire in a big way.  If the dog or horse becomes nervous or even slightly scared, the animals could become violent toward one another.  Thankfully, there are some ways to teach dogs to be relaxed around horses.  Pet owners who are proactive about animal safety really can prevent potentially dangerous interactions between these animals.  Here’s how to do it. Be Careful When Mixing Dogs With Horses “It is a mistake to let a dog or any other animal of significant size loose in a riding arena, paddock or other space near your horse” says Richard Schibell .  It takes merely one mistaken kick to inflict a painful injury or even kill the dog.  Some...