You can see a lot of strange things while taking advantage of a big city’s public transportation. Some of those things you wish you could have avoided, but meeting a…
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The rescued horses at Henry’s Home Horse and Human Sanctuary in Conroe, Texas know what it’s like to overcome challenges. They come from hurt and heartbreak, and many of the…
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A young horse is being a hailed a hero as CA wildfires continue to rage and cause destruction. The Easy Fire in Southern California ignited around 6 AM on Wednesday.…
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It’s time to celebrate all things spooky! Whether you’re manning the front door with a bowl full of candy or taking your horse to a Halloween-themed show, it wouldn’t be…
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Depending on where you live, winter brings on a whole new set of challenges for horse owners. There’s snow, rain, and the inevitable mud, and you also have to figure…
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Horses are your passion, and you can’t imagine your life without saddle stains on your jeans or hay sticking out of your hair. You knew by the first time you…
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Stinna Kaastrup has been riding horses since she was six years old. Like many young riders, she fell in love with the sport. She loved everything from the adrenaline she…
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We all know horses are powerful animals. They can run for miles without tiring and carry heavy loads on their backs, but a new study shows their power is about…
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There are few places in the world where you can see the beauty of wild ponies in a natural environment. Grayson Highlands State Park in southwestern Virginia is one of…
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The odds of a mare giving birth to live twin foals is 1 in 10,000. So when Kevin Spurr of Spurrs Stud in Western Australia saw two newborn foals in…
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As Tropical Depression Imelda pummeled Texas, rescuers rushed to save stranded animals. The massive storm system triggered a string of thunderstorms and heavy downpours in the Houston area. Meteorologists estimate…
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Everyone including your four-year-old nephew knows that zebra have stripes. They’re one of the most recognizable animals in the world thanks to their distinct black and white coat markings. But…
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Typically, a phone call in the middle of the night is never good news. That’s exactly what members of the Corolla Wild Horse Fund feared when the sheriff’s department dialed…
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Cape Lookout National Seashore announced an adorable surprise this week as officials work on recovery after Hurricane Dorian. The storm hit the barrier islands of North Carolina as a category…
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When a mini horse named Waffles and a goose named Hemingway first made their Internet debut, it didn’t take long for the world to fall in love. The Bucks County…
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When Avery Carlson was 8 years old, she got her first horse. By the time she was 11, she was competing in hunter/jumper and racking up wins. Horses were an…
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With long lines and limited leg room, flying is rarely fun. You’re considered lucky if you manage to get a whole row of seats to yourself, but passengers on this…
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The Mongol Derby is 620 miles of intense terrain and unpredictable weather. There are wide river crossings, endless stretches of grassland, mountain passes, and wetlands. One day it is sweltering…
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For 100 miles, 18-year-old Sanoma Blakeley and her horse, Goober, battled some of the toughest terrain in California’s Gold Rush country. They crossed rivers, traversed canyons, and pushed through elevation…
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Every horse owner is familiar with the classic story of Black Beauty. The 1877 novel written by author Anna Sewell is one of the best-selling books of all time, and…
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When Hurricane Michael made landfall in 2018, countless homes and entire towns were devastated. The Florida Panhandle was faced with a humanitarian crisis, and thousands of people and animals were…
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In North Carolina, three dogs died after swimming in a pond. In Texas, three more dogs died after spending time with their families at a popular lake. You’ll find similar…
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There’s nothing quite like looking down the hall and seeing a herd of perfectly coiffed ponies strutting through the door. Their manes are perfectly groomed, and they walk calmly and…
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With their massive hooves, rippling muscles, and incredible size, it’s easy to understand why we can’t help but fall in love with draft horses. These large horses are bred for…
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The 94th annual Chincoteague Island pony penning was another success, and the herd is now safely back on Assateague island to live wild and free for another full year. The…
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When a horse named Mochi was rescued from “deplorable conditions” near Hood River, there was only one word to describe her personality—aggressive. The rescue horse had been hurt by humans…
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Relatively unknown to North American horse lovers, the Ardennes horse (AKA Ardennais) is an ancient breed of European draft horse that is distinctly different from other heavy horses of its…
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Firefighters in Fort Eire are trained and experienced in animal rescues, but a horse falling through a sinkhole was a completely new challenge. It happened when a water main break…
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With only about 450 Newfoundland ponies alive today, every birth of the stocky little pony is special. That’s why Sarah Kean and her family are especially thrilled to announce the…
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Sheriff Tim Morse with the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office announced over the weekend that 42 horses involved in criminal or civil cases are ready to find new homes. The sheriff’s…
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The annual Chincoteague Island Pony Penning is on its way, and this year’s festivities will mark 94 years of wild pony love. The swim was made famous by Marguerite Henry’s…
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Texas livestock owners are being urged to check their horses and other animals for disease after a contagious insect-born virus was confirmed at a farm in Kinney County. Multiple horses…
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It doesn’t matter if it’s your first day in the saddle or if you’ve been riding all your life—you’re going to fall off your horse. Falling is a part of…
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While St. Louis Blues fans celebrated a Stanley Cup victory Wednesday night, Warm Springs Ranch outside Columbia, Missouri was cheering for an altogether different reason. Staff at the farm missed…
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Every horse lover has a heart horse, and for Roberta Moore, that horse is 40-year-old Whiskey. Through three decade’s worth of good and bad, Whiskey and Roberta have always been…
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While women continue to fight for equal wages and respect within the workplace, the horse racing industry is surrounded by barriers made to keep women out. Women jockeys are rare,…
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Horse racing has always been a controversial topic, but the recent spate of horse deaths at a famed California horse track (Santa Anita) has brought the issue into the limelight.…
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It’s been a rough year for Idaho horse owners as yet another infectious disease makes its rounds across the state. The Idaho State Department of Agriculture warned horse owners back…
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You might be able to fall in love with anything with hooves, a mane, and a swishy tail, but you have to admit, there are certain horse breeds that get…
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An entire generation of horse lovers is in mourning as the Chincoteague Volunteer Fire Company announced the death of Maureen Beebe over Memorial Day weekend. Known nationally as the woman…
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While there are over 100 wild horses living on the Shackleford Banks in Cape Lookout National Seashore in the Outer Banks, you have to be lucky if you want to…
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The herd of wild horses that call Assateague Island home welcomed a new member to the family. The National Parks Service made the exciting birth announcement on May 15th, and…
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Regardless of experience, every horse owner goes through the same learning process. It’s like a rite of passage to go from the clueless newbie to the capable and confident horse…
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As an international horse charity, World Horse Welfare has seen some of the worst parts of humanity. They’ve rescued horses and ponies from deplorable living conditions and saved them from…
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If you were one of thousands of people to watch the 2019 Kentucky Derby, congratulations, you witnessed history. We’re not talking about the kind of history that everyone was expecting.…
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The Coach and Livestock Program at Colonial Williamsburg in Virginia excitedly announced their newest addition in early May of 2019. A rare Cleveland Bay foal was born on April 28,…
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It’s official, there’s a newest and cutest addition to the Disney World family. Her name is Lilly, and at only a few weeks old, she already has fans swooning over…
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When your horse is your best friend, it doesn’t take you long to notice when something isn’t quite right. You’ve spent so many hours in the saddle and at the…
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The Budweiser Clydesdales are arguably the most famous group of horses in the world. They’re known for their strength, elegance, and the sheer magnitude of their size. Each Clydesdale on…
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Newcastle commuters were treated to an adorable sight when a highly trained pony stepped on to the metro. Digby, a two-year-old pony, rode the metro for the first time as…