By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Donna_J_Diehl]Donna J Diehl
Nylon webbing that is flat or flat leather are two common designs for horse halters. These are attached by rings. A halter made of rope is usually joined by knots but otherwise made basically the same. A horse halter is used to tie up the animal or lead the animal from the ground. A horse is very seldom ridden with a halter because you do not have a lot of control. Halters are designed for nothing except leading or tying up the horse or catching and holding the horse. For tying up the horse a halter is safer than a bridle. The bridle can break and the bit hurt the horse's mouth.
The horse halter has a noseband and headstall that buckles around the horse's head. The lead rope is attached to the halter for easy handling. Some lead ropes have chains attached. The chain is placed under the jaw or over the nose of the horse for better control when leading the horse. This is used for horses that are hard to handle.
The halter is generally taken off when the horse is released into the pasture or put into the stall. Some people leave the halter on when they release the horse into the pasture but there is always a safety issue with doing this. The halter can catch on something and the horse can get injured. Of course, this makes the horse easier to catch.
When you approach your horse always approach from the front. Walk toward his shoulder and talk to him as you are approaching. Reach under the horse's neck with your left hand while holding the lead rope and change the lead rope to your right hand. You can then make a loop around his neck and while you halter, hold him. Make sure your halter is unbuckled. Place the noseband of the halter in position and buckle the halter, still having control of the horse with the loop around his neck. Remove the loop and you are ready to lead.
Make a loop around the horse's neck when you are ready to remove the halter, the same as you did when you were putting the halter on. Hold the loop, unbuckle the halter and slip it off the horse's nose. Hold onto the loop for a couple seconds so that the horse does not get into the habit of moving away as soon as he feels the halter come off.
While working with your horse in halter do not wrap the excess lead rope into a circular coil. Your hand could become entangled in the coil and you could get injured. Wrap the excess rope into a figure eight and hold the outside of the rope with your free hand. If the horse pulls away the rope will give one section at a time and you will not be injured. Never wrap the lead rope around your body at any time. Remember, the horse is much stronger than you are.
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Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Monday, February 6, 2012
Choosing a Suitable Stable Rug for Your Horse
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Jamie_Simpson]Jamie Simpson
Stable horse rugs are designed to keep your horse warm, protected and clean when stabled. There is a massive range of stable rugs available on the market, each offering various key features, all of which need to be considered when purchasing a stable rug.
Your biggest decision may well be surrounding the level of warmth offered by the rug. This is dependent upon the amount of filling inside the rug. The filling, often referred to as weight, will vary from lightweight (no to 110g of filling) to medium weight (120g to 250g of filling) to heavyweight (above 250g of filling).
Your requirements in terms of weight will depend on the time of year, your horse's needs and the location in which your horse is stabled. For example a horse that feels the cold in winter will need a thicker rug than a hardier horse. Equally, if the horse is stabled inside a barn, this is usually warmer and hence the horse requires a less heavy rug than when kept in a stable that's open to the elements.
Another key choice is whether to purchase a 'standard neck' stable rug or a 'full neck' or 'combo' version. This difference between these is how the rug is cut at the neck. A 'standard neck' rug starts at the horse's withers and therefore does not cover the horse's neck. 'Combo' or full neck horse rugs, which cover the horse's neck from the ears, offer greater warmth and protection. However some standard neck stable rugs offer the option of a separate neck cover, which can be added onto the rug, enabling you to adjust the coverage as the weather changes.
One main consideration when choosing the style and weight of stable rug is whether your horse has been clipped or not. You will need to replace any coverage that has been lost through clipping. This should be taken into account when making the choice between a full neck and a standard neck stable rug.
The depth of the rug will also affect how much warmth it will provide the horse with. This shape will vary with style and brand. As many economy rugs are less generous, spending less can be a false economy as you may find that the rug does not offer the coverage and protection that your horse requires.
The 'Denier' of a rug describes the strength of the outer fabric; the higher the Denier the tougher the material on the outer of the rug. As a stable rug is not open to the elements or as much potential damage as a turnout rug, they tend to have a lower Denier rating. However, as with turnout rugs, a stable rug with a higher Denier is likely to be tougher, and hence may last longer. It is important to remember that stable rugs will still rip if placed under sufficient pressure; this is as a safety mechanism to prevent your horse from being injured.
Stable rugs offer a wide range of fixtures and fittings to help keep them securely in place. This is important as your horse may roll in his stable, causing the rug to slip. Most stable rugs will feature chest straps, cross surcingles and leg straps as well as any closures for the neck cover. Ensure that these attachments are done up correctly to avoid the rug coming loose or rubbing.
There are also additional features that can help improve the comfort of a rug; an essential consideration as your horse is going to be wearing this piece of equipment regularly and for significant periods of time. Look for anti-rub linings, particularly at the shoulder as this is a high risk area for chaffing, and shoulder and neck gussets, which allow for greater freedom of movement, especially important for when the horse lies down and then stands up!
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Stable horse rugs are designed to keep your horse warm, protected and clean when stabled. There is a massive range of stable rugs available on the market, each offering various key features, all of which need to be considered when purchasing a stable rug.
Your biggest decision may well be surrounding the level of warmth offered by the rug. This is dependent upon the amount of filling inside the rug. The filling, often referred to as weight, will vary from lightweight (no to 110g of filling) to medium weight (120g to 250g of filling) to heavyweight (above 250g of filling).
Your requirements in terms of weight will depend on the time of year, your horse's needs and the location in which your horse is stabled. For example a horse that feels the cold in winter will need a thicker rug than a hardier horse. Equally, if the horse is stabled inside a barn, this is usually warmer and hence the horse requires a less heavy rug than when kept in a stable that's open to the elements.
Another key choice is whether to purchase a 'standard neck' stable rug or a 'full neck' or 'combo' version. This difference between these is how the rug is cut at the neck. A 'standard neck' rug starts at the horse's withers and therefore does not cover the horse's neck. 'Combo' or full neck horse rugs, which cover the horse's neck from the ears, offer greater warmth and protection. However some standard neck stable rugs offer the option of a separate neck cover, which can be added onto the rug, enabling you to adjust the coverage as the weather changes.
One main consideration when choosing the style and weight of stable rug is whether your horse has been clipped or not. You will need to replace any coverage that has been lost through clipping. This should be taken into account when making the choice between a full neck and a standard neck stable rug.
The depth of the rug will also affect how much warmth it will provide the horse with. This shape will vary with style and brand. As many economy rugs are less generous, spending less can be a false economy as you may find that the rug does not offer the coverage and protection that your horse requires.
The 'Denier' of a rug describes the strength of the outer fabric; the higher the Denier the tougher the material on the outer of the rug. As a stable rug is not open to the elements or as much potential damage as a turnout rug, they tend to have a lower Denier rating. However, as with turnout rugs, a stable rug with a higher Denier is likely to be tougher, and hence may last longer. It is important to remember that stable rugs will still rip if placed under sufficient pressure; this is as a safety mechanism to prevent your horse from being injured.
Stable rugs offer a wide range of fixtures and fittings to help keep them securely in place. This is important as your horse may roll in his stable, causing the rug to slip. Most stable rugs will feature chest straps, cross surcingles and leg straps as well as any closures for the neck cover. Ensure that these attachments are done up correctly to avoid the rug coming loose or rubbing.
There are also additional features that can help improve the comfort of a rug; an essential consideration as your horse is going to be wearing this piece of equipment regularly and for significant periods of time. Look for anti-rub linings, particularly at the shoulder as this is a high risk area for chaffing, and shoulder and neck gussets, which allow for greater freedom of movement, especially important for when the horse lies down and then stands up!
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
How to Fit Your Horse With a Turnout Rug
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Jamie_Simpson]Jamie Simpson
It is important to ensure that your turnout rug fits correctly and all fittings are done up properly. A poorly fitting rug can cause a host of issues, from the rug slipping and causing pressure points or rubs, to the horse's legs becoming tangled in surcingles or leg straps. This can be extremely dangerous for the horse and is likely to cause damage to the rug.
If you are purchasing your rug, the measurement for a turnout rug is taken from the centre of the horse's chest, in a straight line along the horse's side to a point level with the top of the horse's tail. Turnout rugs are sold based on measurements in feet and inches, which increase in 3" increments. So you will need to convert the length measurement into feet and inches in order to purchase a rug of the correct size.
When purchasing a rug bear in mind the build of your horse; if he is chunky, he will need a deeper rug, whereas a finer horse will require a more neatly cut rug.
The front of the rug should sit approximately 3" ahead of the withers, and never on the withers, as this sensitive area will be unable to withstand a heavy rug putting pressure on it. Remember that turnout rugs will weigh even more once wet or muddy.
Ideally the chest straps should be done up on approximately the middle hole, allowing the fabric beneath the straps to overlap and hence ensuring that the whole chest is covered. However this may vary depending on your horse's size and shape.
The rug should sit snuggly around the chest; you should be able to comfortably fit a hands width between the front of the rug and the horse's chest. This allows the horse room for movement and prevents chafing or drooping often seen in rugs which are too small or too large. These common problems can reduce warmth and protection, and can also put pressure on the horse's withers.
The shoulder dart or gusset should sit at the point of the horse's shoulder and the side of the rug should wrap around the horse's stomach. If the rug hangs down too low at the stomach; it is too deep, whilst if the horse's stomach is exposed; it is too short.
Attach the cross surcingles by passing them under the horse's belly. As the name suggests, they need to be crossed. This means that the more forward surcingle needs to be attached to the more rear attachment on the left hand side of the horse. The opposite is true of the more rear surcingle, which needs to be done up to the front of the rug. There should be a hand's width of space between the straps and the horse's belly. This will ensure that they do not cause discomfort to the horse, nor will they risk getting caught up in the horse's legs.
To attach the leg straps, pass the left-hand leg strap between the horse's legs and clip it onto the d-ring on the left hand side. Then take the opposite, right-hand leg strap and thread this through the left-hand leg strap and around the horse's offside leg before clipping it to the right-hand side d-ring. As with the cross surcingles, there should be a hand's width between the leg straps and the horse's thighs, again to prevent discomfort or potential danger.
If the turnout rug features a filet string, ensure that you pull the horse's tail over it, so that the filet string sits below the tail, helping to keep the rug in place.
The tail flap of the turnout rug should begin at the top of the horse's tail. If the rug extends beyond the horse's tail then it is too long and could pull backwards uncomfortably on the horse's withers. If the rug finishes before the horse's tail, it is too short and will not offer full protection to the horse.
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It is important to ensure that your turnout rug fits correctly and all fittings are done up properly. A poorly fitting rug can cause a host of issues, from the rug slipping and causing pressure points or rubs, to the horse's legs becoming tangled in surcingles or leg straps. This can be extremely dangerous for the horse and is likely to cause damage to the rug.
If you are purchasing your rug, the measurement for a turnout rug is taken from the centre of the horse's chest, in a straight line along the horse's side to a point level with the top of the horse's tail. Turnout rugs are sold based on measurements in feet and inches, which increase in 3" increments. So you will need to convert the length measurement into feet and inches in order to purchase a rug of the correct size.
When purchasing a rug bear in mind the build of your horse; if he is chunky, he will need a deeper rug, whereas a finer horse will require a more neatly cut rug.
The front of the rug should sit approximately 3" ahead of the withers, and never on the withers, as this sensitive area will be unable to withstand a heavy rug putting pressure on it. Remember that turnout rugs will weigh even more once wet or muddy.
Ideally the chest straps should be done up on approximately the middle hole, allowing the fabric beneath the straps to overlap and hence ensuring that the whole chest is covered. However this may vary depending on your horse's size and shape.
The rug should sit snuggly around the chest; you should be able to comfortably fit a hands width between the front of the rug and the horse's chest. This allows the horse room for movement and prevents chafing or drooping often seen in rugs which are too small or too large. These common problems can reduce warmth and protection, and can also put pressure on the horse's withers.
The shoulder dart or gusset should sit at the point of the horse's shoulder and the side of the rug should wrap around the horse's stomach. If the rug hangs down too low at the stomach; it is too deep, whilst if the horse's stomach is exposed; it is too short.
Attach the cross surcingles by passing them under the horse's belly. As the name suggests, they need to be crossed. This means that the more forward surcingle needs to be attached to the more rear attachment on the left hand side of the horse. The opposite is true of the more rear surcingle, which needs to be done up to the front of the rug. There should be a hand's width of space between the straps and the horse's belly. This will ensure that they do not cause discomfort to the horse, nor will they risk getting caught up in the horse's legs.
To attach the leg straps, pass the left-hand leg strap between the horse's legs and clip it onto the d-ring on the left hand side. Then take the opposite, right-hand leg strap and thread this through the left-hand leg strap and around the horse's offside leg before clipping it to the right-hand side d-ring. As with the cross surcingles, there should be a hand's width between the leg straps and the horse's thighs, again to prevent discomfort or potential danger.
If the turnout rug features a filet string, ensure that you pull the horse's tail over it, so that the filet string sits below the tail, helping to keep the rug in place.
The tail flap of the turnout rug should begin at the top of the horse's tail. If the rug extends beyond the horse's tail then it is too long and could pull backwards uncomfortably on the horse's withers. If the rug finishes before the horse's tail, it is too short and will not offer full protection to the horse.
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Thursday, February 2, 2012
What's in Nature's Medicine Chest for Horse Allergies and Hayfever?
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Jackie_Rive]Jackie Rive
Does your horse suffer from allergies and hayfever like symptoms? Spring and summer can certainly be the time of year when such unpleasant problems can make themselves known. Just like humans, horses can suffer the horrible effects of hayfever but luckily there are some wonderful herbs available to ease the discomfort.
Hayfever in horses can often manifest as a recurrent cold like symptom with coughing and streaming eyes. It can be like a constant recurrent cold which your horse never seems to fully recover from. The lungs can become inflamed and your horse can be more susceptible to infections. Head shaking is another possible symptom. He may be tired and lethargic and generally seem quite miserable.
There are different causes to allergic respiratory problems. There are molds, spores and weeds which can be found in hay or even in the pastures during spring and summer. The body can become sensitive to these elements and cause an allergic reaction. When feeding hay it is wise to wet the hay so you are decreasing the dust element.
Your vet will be able to possibly find the cause using a procedure that looks at the fluid and cells in the horse's lungs to see how bad the allergy is. There is also a blood test that can determine what 'in fact your horse is allergic to which in turn will make it a lot easier to treat.
From a herbal perspective the horses immune system is usually seen to be quite low. You therefore can start treatment by boosting the immune system early in the season. Herbs such as Echinacea, Garlic. Rosehips and Kelp are all great general immune boosting herbs. Echinacea and Garlic will also be helpful for fighting any infection that may be developing.
Natural expectorants can help soothe a cough and clear the passages, making breathing easier for your horse.. Herbs such as Mullein and Marshmallow are 2 such herbs. Vitamins found in herbs can help restore damaged tissues and build up the immune system also.
Natural antihistamines have an important part to play when it comes to allergies. Horseradish is a lovely effective herb and can help reduce streaming eyes and some of the uncomfortable symptoms. Also calming down an over reactive nervous system with herbs such as chamomile is a great way to go.
It is most effective to start addressing allergy problems well before the season begins. If you work on building the immune system early then being prepared with your herbal toolkit then you will find it possible to make a real difference in your horses life.
By Jackie Rive http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz
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Does your horse suffer from allergies and hayfever like symptoms? Spring and summer can certainly be the time of year when such unpleasant problems can make themselves known. Just like humans, horses can suffer the horrible effects of hayfever but luckily there are some wonderful herbs available to ease the discomfort.
Hayfever in horses can often manifest as a recurrent cold like symptom with coughing and streaming eyes. It can be like a constant recurrent cold which your horse never seems to fully recover from. The lungs can become inflamed and your horse can be more susceptible to infections. Head shaking is another possible symptom. He may be tired and lethargic and generally seem quite miserable.
There are different causes to allergic respiratory problems. There are molds, spores and weeds which can be found in hay or even in the pastures during spring and summer. The body can become sensitive to these elements and cause an allergic reaction. When feeding hay it is wise to wet the hay so you are decreasing the dust element.
Your vet will be able to possibly find the cause using a procedure that looks at the fluid and cells in the horse's lungs to see how bad the allergy is. There is also a blood test that can determine what 'in fact your horse is allergic to which in turn will make it a lot easier to treat.
From a herbal perspective the horses immune system is usually seen to be quite low. You therefore can start treatment by boosting the immune system early in the season. Herbs such as Echinacea, Garlic. Rosehips and Kelp are all great general immune boosting herbs. Echinacea and Garlic will also be helpful for fighting any infection that may be developing.
Natural expectorants can help soothe a cough and clear the passages, making breathing easier for your horse.. Herbs such as Mullein and Marshmallow are 2 such herbs. Vitamins found in herbs can help restore damaged tissues and build up the immune system also.
Natural antihistamines have an important part to play when it comes to allergies. Horseradish is a lovely effective herb and can help reduce streaming eyes and some of the uncomfortable symptoms. Also calming down an over reactive nervous system with herbs such as chamomile is a great way to go.
It is most effective to start addressing allergy problems well before the season begins. If you work on building the immune system early then being prepared with your herbal toolkit then you will find it possible to make a real difference in your horses life.
By Jackie Rive http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz
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Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Discover the Basic Guide to Proper Horse Care
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Aria_Lopez_Torres]Aria Lopez Torres
Any horse enthusiast, especially the one who plans to take care of a horse must realize how important proper horse care is. It serves as a vital element in creating a bond between the owner and the horse. The quality of care, stabling and feeding significantly affect the performance of the horse.
Regular Grooming
A horse just like man needs to be always well-groomed in order to be appealing. Its main purpose is to get rid of dust, dirt and other material such as burs or dried sweat from the horse's coat. Not only that, it also aids to massage the skin and promote blood circulation. Overall, daily grooming of the horse will promote a healthy wellbeing and encourage the horse for a remarkable performance.
There are wild and domesticated horses that need a particular grooming care. Wild horses do this by rolling, scratching and licking each other. On the other hand, the owners of the domesticated horses have the responsibility to keep their horses suave.
The horses' grooming kit includes a hoof pick, a hard and soft brush, a curry comb, a comb and brush for the forelock and tail and of course, a squeegee after washing the horse. Safety must be a priority when grooming a horse. Its head must be tied first in a way that can be controlled but can be easily released in case of an emergency using a quick release stable knot or a panic clip.
In order to clean and wash the rel=nofollow [http://kwsaddlery.com.au]horse thoroughly, start by gently scrubbing the coat with a hard brush to eliminate any hard crusts of mud or dried sweat. This is favorable for fleshy areas of the horse excluding the face. After which, a soft brush must be used to clean the horse from head to toe following every grain of the hair. Take note to continually tap the brush clean in order to avoid bringing dirt from one area to another. To remove the last dirt residues, wipe the horse with a cloth or hose and dry off it with a squeegee. Do not forget to include other areas such as the nostrils, corners of the mouth as well as the underside of the tail and the anus. Use a different sponge for each ends of the horse to maintain good hygiene.
The Main and Tail
Horses are widely known for their silky and dazzling hair and it needs proper maintenance. It should be brushed on a daily basis to avoid tangles and prevent foreign matters to build up in the hair. With regards to the tail of the horse, one should be able to grip the tail higher than the area to avoid pulling put excessive hair. The tail can be washed with the appropriate shampoo. Moreover, the mane and forelock are combed flat with a damp brush to maintain its beauty.
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Any horse enthusiast, especially the one who plans to take care of a horse must realize how important proper horse care is. It serves as a vital element in creating a bond between the owner and the horse. The quality of care, stabling and feeding significantly affect the performance of the horse.
Regular Grooming
A horse just like man needs to be always well-groomed in order to be appealing. Its main purpose is to get rid of dust, dirt and other material such as burs or dried sweat from the horse's coat. Not only that, it also aids to massage the skin and promote blood circulation. Overall, daily grooming of the horse will promote a healthy wellbeing and encourage the horse for a remarkable performance.
There are wild and domesticated horses that need a particular grooming care. Wild horses do this by rolling, scratching and licking each other. On the other hand, the owners of the domesticated horses have the responsibility to keep their horses suave.
The horses' grooming kit includes a hoof pick, a hard and soft brush, a curry comb, a comb and brush for the forelock and tail and of course, a squeegee after washing the horse. Safety must be a priority when grooming a horse. Its head must be tied first in a way that can be controlled but can be easily released in case of an emergency using a quick release stable knot or a panic clip.
In order to clean and wash the rel=nofollow [http://kwsaddlery.com.au]horse thoroughly, start by gently scrubbing the coat with a hard brush to eliminate any hard crusts of mud or dried sweat. This is favorable for fleshy areas of the horse excluding the face. After which, a soft brush must be used to clean the horse from head to toe following every grain of the hair. Take note to continually tap the brush clean in order to avoid bringing dirt from one area to another. To remove the last dirt residues, wipe the horse with a cloth or hose and dry off it with a squeegee. Do not forget to include other areas such as the nostrils, corners of the mouth as well as the underside of the tail and the anus. Use a different sponge for each ends of the horse to maintain good hygiene.
The Main and Tail
Horses are widely known for their silky and dazzling hair and it needs proper maintenance. It should be brushed on a daily basis to avoid tangles and prevent foreign matters to build up in the hair. With regards to the tail of the horse, one should be able to grip the tail higher than the area to avoid pulling put excessive hair. The tail can be washed with the appropriate shampoo. Moreover, the mane and forelock are combed flat with a damp brush to maintain its beauty.
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Aria is a horse enthusiast who loves to spend her leisure time with horses.
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Sunday, January 29, 2012
The History Of The Melbourne Cup
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Adam_Snyder]Adam Snyder
For those of you who love a good thoroughbred race, the Melbourne Cup is where you want to be in Australia. It was inaugurated back in 1861 and is classified as "The race that stops a nation". The Melbourne Cup is on one of the most prestigious 2 mile races in the world and has been the stomping ground for many of the best races in history.
This race is held in none other than Melbourne, Australia at the Flemington Racecourse which has been the only site of the race. What most people don't know about the Flemington Racecourse is that it used to be 3,218 meters but it was later adjusted to only 3,200 meters due in part of Australia adopting the metric system back in 1970.
Something else that a lot of people are not familiar with is what the qualification for this race is, it is 3 years and up with a minimum handicap weight or 49kg with no maximum handicap weight. This is something that some new thoroughbred race fans don't know and it is good to know so that you have an idea of what bets to place and why. The handicap system has always been around and until recently it didn't start giving less weight to the superior horses.
There has been a longstanding tradition at the Melbourne Cup and many people will come to Australia just to take part in it. This is the rate that many people compare to the United States race, The Kentucky Derby. If you are a race fan than this is one of the races that you will not want to miss and you shouldn't miss. The Melbourne Cup is held on the first Tuesday every November and it starts 10 minutes to 3P.M. Melbourne time.
With a winning purse of over $6 million it is no wonder why so many horse owners, trainers, and jockey's are fighting to get into the race. Being able to go to the Melbourne Cup is a huge accomplishment in any trainer's career so not only will you see the work of the jockey, you will also see the dedication that the trainer had and the determination of the owners. Trust me, seeing the Melbourne Cup in person is going to be a rush in its own right and that is why you need to attend it as soon as possible (preferably this year).
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For those of you who love a good thoroughbred race, the Melbourne Cup is where you want to be in Australia. It was inaugurated back in 1861 and is classified as "The race that stops a nation". The Melbourne Cup is on one of the most prestigious 2 mile races in the world and has been the stomping ground for many of the best races in history.
This race is held in none other than Melbourne, Australia at the Flemington Racecourse which has been the only site of the race. What most people don't know about the Flemington Racecourse is that it used to be 3,218 meters but it was later adjusted to only 3,200 meters due in part of Australia adopting the metric system back in 1970.
Something else that a lot of people are not familiar with is what the qualification for this race is, it is 3 years and up with a minimum handicap weight or 49kg with no maximum handicap weight. This is something that some new thoroughbred race fans don't know and it is good to know so that you have an idea of what bets to place and why. The handicap system has always been around and until recently it didn't start giving less weight to the superior horses.
There has been a longstanding tradition at the Melbourne Cup and many people will come to Australia just to take part in it. This is the rate that many people compare to the United States race, The Kentucky Derby. If you are a race fan than this is one of the races that you will not want to miss and you shouldn't miss. The Melbourne Cup is held on the first Tuesday every November and it starts 10 minutes to 3P.M. Melbourne time.
With a winning purse of over $6 million it is no wonder why so many horse owners, trainers, and jockey's are fighting to get into the race. Being able to go to the Melbourne Cup is a huge accomplishment in any trainer's career so not only will you see the work of the jockey, you will also see the dedication that the trainer had and the determination of the owners. Trust me, seeing the Melbourne Cup in person is going to be a rush in its own right and that is why you need to attend it as soon as possible (preferably this year).
Knowing the history of the [http://www.cupinfo.com.au]Melbourne Cup is only half of the equation, you still have to see it in person.
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Friday, January 27, 2012
Tips On Coming To See The Melbourne Cup
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Adam_Snyder]Adam Snyder
Do you have any idea how many people are in attendance of the Melbourne Cup each year? An astonishing 100,000 plus people are at the track for the Melbourne Cup and you know that a lot of these people are from out of town or from around the world. This is exactly why you need some good tips on coming to see the race because without some great tips you will not be able to experience the race in the way that it is meant to be seen.
Tips When Coming To Melbourne
Book Your Hotel Early - The first tip that I have for you is to simply book your hotel early. With over 100,000 people in attendance there are bound to be some full hotels and if you don't have one then you will find it rather difficult to come to the city of Melbourne for the race. My recommendation would be to book your hotel at least 2 months in advance, if not sooner.
Get There A Few Days Early - Something else you need to do is make sure you are in Melbourne with a few days to space. The reason why you should do this is because there are a lot of things going on before the big race that you might want to take part in.
Go In A Group - What I highly recommend is that you don't go to the Melbourne Cup alone, it is more fun to go in a large group. The nice thing about going in a large group is that you can sometimes get group rates on things around the city and sometimes at the track.
Have Your Betting Money Handy - This is probably one of the most fun things to do while at the track, betting. If you want to bet you need to have your money ready because there will be so much betting going on that you will want to get in on the action. Trust me, if you are not betting on the race then you are not taking part in it as well as you should be.
The last thing that you need to know when coming to see the Melbourne Cup is to simply get to the track with enough time to place your bets and get to your seat. With everything that goes on before race time you will want to get there early enough that you do not miss a single thing.
There are a lot of activities and gatherings around the facility and if you want to experience everything that the [http://www.cupinfo.com.au]Melbourne Cup has to offer you need to get their on time.
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Do you have any idea how many people are in attendance of the Melbourne Cup each year? An astonishing 100,000 plus people are at the track for the Melbourne Cup and you know that a lot of these people are from out of town or from around the world. This is exactly why you need some good tips on coming to see the race because without some great tips you will not be able to experience the race in the way that it is meant to be seen.
Tips When Coming To Melbourne
Book Your Hotel Early - The first tip that I have for you is to simply book your hotel early. With over 100,000 people in attendance there are bound to be some full hotels and if you don't have one then you will find it rather difficult to come to the city of Melbourne for the race. My recommendation would be to book your hotel at least 2 months in advance, if not sooner.
Get There A Few Days Early - Something else you need to do is make sure you are in Melbourne with a few days to space. The reason why you should do this is because there are a lot of things going on before the big race that you might want to take part in.
Go In A Group - What I highly recommend is that you don't go to the Melbourne Cup alone, it is more fun to go in a large group. The nice thing about going in a large group is that you can sometimes get group rates on things around the city and sometimes at the track.
Have Your Betting Money Handy - This is probably one of the most fun things to do while at the track, betting. If you want to bet you need to have your money ready because there will be so much betting going on that you will want to get in on the action. Trust me, if you are not betting on the race then you are not taking part in it as well as you should be.
The last thing that you need to know when coming to see the Melbourne Cup is to simply get to the track with enough time to place your bets and get to your seat. With everything that goes on before race time you will want to get there early enough that you do not miss a single thing.
There are a lot of activities and gatherings around the facility and if you want to experience everything that the [http://www.cupinfo.com.au]Melbourne Cup has to offer you need to get their on time.
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