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Horse owners may not realize equine massage has been practiced since ancient times and is reflected in Egyptian hieroglyphics. It has long been used to assist with exercise recovery, improve…

Horses are like dogs in the respect that some want to be petted, and others aren’t so thrilled about the idea. Some like to be rubbed in some areas, but…

Although some may say horses are boring, the truth is, horses have comedic side. They might make faces and do things that look funny to us humans. But in general,…

Ever wonder what your horse is saying to you? The language of equines is complex. Many equestrians have dedicated their lives to becoming behavioral experts and understanding the language of…

Ask most anyone, “How do horses communicate?” And more often than not, the answer you get will refer to vocal communication, such as whinny, neigh, or snort. Horses have a…

There are definitely strong opinions on this subject. Some say horses can love their human companions. Others say they only love other animals in their herd. It really depends on…

In the equine world, especially wild horse herds, the stallion and the “boss mare” have distinct roles in the herd’s survival. In this article, we will focus on the boss…

The roan horse’s flashy and stunning colour is admired throughout the world. Roan horses can appear in every traditional colour, from bay to chestnut and grey. Unique and wonderful in…

You put in the time doing ground exercises with your horse, and now you are well on your way to developing a loving relationship based on respect and guided leadership.…

No matter what we do in life, there is always a learning curve. Horsemanship and horse ownership are no exception. Horses are large animals with minds of their own and…

It is helpful to understand why horses kick. Then we can use this knowledge to teach them to stop kicking. Horses are a prey animal. For thousands of years they have…

Trust in a human-equine relationship is just as crucial for the horse as it is for the human. We should never trust our equine friends 100 percent. Sometimes they forget…

Yeah! You have graduated from ground control to riding. Now is the time to learn to sit on the horse properly. Good equitation is important. It doesn’t matter if you…

You have the horse now. So, the question is, when should you start horseback riding? There are several things to consider when you are thinking about joining the elite club…

There are two basic categories of bits, the snaffle and the leverage bit. In this article, we will be discussing what constitutes a snaffle, the different types of snaffles, and…

You might be starting horseback riding lessons at the local stable. Or maybe you are planning a vacation at a ranch, where you will be riding horses. Perhaps, best of…

A horse owner in Riverside County, CA lost her horse recently due to injuries that she believes were caused by the use of illegal fireworks, according to ABC7.  Sharon Holmberg…

There’s so much to love about the Friesian horse. From their long flowing manes to their shiny coats, we just can’t get over how beautiful these horses look, especially when…

Jog trot, posting/rising trot, and extended trot. What do they all mean? Maybe it is a way for the horse to get back at the rider by jarring their teeth…

Horses never cease to amaze us. They can be incredibly fast and live longer than you might expect. These beautiful animals have plenty of fascinating characteristics, and there are some…

If you ever have the opportunity to visit Southern France, be sure to take in the Camargue Natural Park.  Located by the Mediterranean Sea, the park is full of wetlands…

There’s no question about it, rearing is an extremely dangerous behavior in horses. When a horse rears there is a significant chance that the rider can be unseated. In extreme…

One of the most common questions we receive from readers is how to canter on a horse properly. Whether you are new to horses and you’re not sure what canter…

What is a chestnut-colored horse? That is a million-dollar question that has been debated for years! Chestnut horses can be pale reddish to dark coffee color, and all reddish-brown shades…

The Appaloosa is renowned for its spectacular spotted coat and is recognized by equine enthusiasts everywhere. However, did you know that the Appaloosa horse isn’t the only breed that sports…

Most horses can turn their hoof to jumping as long as they have a willing attitude. From Welsh ponies and traditional cobs to Arabs, all horses are capable of jumping.…

A horse that got trapped on a wooden pedestrian bridge in Plantation, Florida has been rescued, according to the Miami Herald. On Wednesday, June 5, an owner was riding their…

Owning a horse can be serious business. The same can be said for horseback riding, no matter which riding style you are performing. However, that doesn’t mean that us equine…

A horse is a horse, and they will be a horse, right? Being a veterinary technician and someone who has had their own accident-prone Appaloosa for 19 years, I have…

  You probably guessed by now that our favorite animal at iHeartHorses is, well, horses. But that doesn’t mean that dogs don’t come in a close second. And when the…

When you think of an endangered animal, what comes to mind first? Maybe an Orangutan or a Black Rhino, something exotic that lives in the jungle and is always in…

There’s something fascinating about watching horses interact with one another. Whether they are galloping through the pasture or grazing in the shade, we could stare at horses playing with one…

A Zorse is one of the many equine hybrids that are referred to as Zebroids. The term is used to describe an animal with Zebra heritage. A Zorse is a…

The term Brumby refers to the wild Australian horse that is most commonly found in the Australian Alps, Northern Territory and Queensland today. With these feral horses in the news…

The hills of Exmoor in Southwest England are home to wet winters, harsh winds, and a distinctive breed of pony that has roamed the moorland for millennia. The Exmoor Pony…

Of course, every horse has its own unique personality, but their behavior can often tell you if they are in pain, not feeling well, if they’re happy… or if they’re…

Have you ever been to horse camp? If so, you know that it can be a very special place, and along with riding and being around beautiful horses, the experience…

Few first-time horse owners reside on a property that is suitable for housing their horses at home. Many equestrians find a solution to this situation by keeping their horses at…

Officials in Virginia have officially cancelled this year’s Chincoteague Island Pony Swim, according to WJLA. The carnival and pony penning celebration that was scheduled for July of 2020 has also been…

The clip-clop of footsteps through a barn aisle is a familiar sound to many equestrians. The metal shoes responsible for this melody have been fitted to hooves for centuries, but…

As horse lovers, many of us have likely used the phrase “1000lb animal.” We use 1000lbs for dewormers because we’ve commonly used that number for the weight of an average…

The Rocky Mountain Horse is one of those breeds we sometimes forget to recognize, but these rare beauties are truly one of a kind. Did you know these 5 fascinating…

While horse racing is far from new, horrific events of the past few years have forced many of us to take a closer look at this long-standing tradition. We’ve all…

It is with a heavy heart that we must report that Blindaj Billy, the last remaining horse to play Black Beauty, has passed away. The legendary horse left us on…

By Cathleen Leonard Ever since I first sat on a horse, I dreamt that one day that was how I would travel the world. I was eight years old, and…

By Sandy Sharkey “Blame it or praise it, there is no denying the wild horse in us.”  ~ Virginia Woolf Their existence stirs our imagination. We feel their energy and…

Foals – adorable and by far the best entertainment on a farm. Can you think of how your horse was when they were just a newborn kiddo? As if we…

For all of us who have horses, the c-word is one of the most terrifying emergencies we never want to encounter. However, the best way to face horse colic head-on…

For people who love them, the decision to sell a horse can be excruciatingly difficult. Alas, it is a situation many horse owners must face at least once in their…

We all know that horses are good for our soul, but did you know that they are also good for our mental health? It is becoming more and more popular…