Fun Facts

While we all know a healthy diet is essential to a horse’s well-being, there’s nothing wrong with spoiling them with a special treat every now and then. Apples, sugar cubes,…

Listed on “5 Most Endangered Horse Breeds,” the Cleveland Bay Horse is one of the oldest breeds from northeast England. These horses were used everywhere from the fields to drawing…

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…

You don’t have to be an expert on horse racing to recognize the name Seattle Slew. With an unrivaled reputation as not only a champion and Triple Crown winner, but…

All horse breeds have their own unique and wonderful characteristics and history; but few are as synonymous with British history and heritage as the famous Shire. The Shire horse has…

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…

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…

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…

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…

When you think about a wild horse, what’s the first thing the comes to mind? Most of our minds wander in the direction of a horse like Spirit, Stallion of…

Horses come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, as well as a whole rainbow of colors. And while, for many centuries, solid-colored horses have outnumbered spotted, pinto, and a…

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…

All horses are beautiful in my opinion. But there are some horse breeds that really catch our eyes. While beauty is certainly in the eye of the beholder, the Noriker…

The lifespan of a horse depends on many factors. Obviously the size of a horse will affect its life span, just as it does in dog breeds. But on average,…

All horses are beautiful, but there are a few unique horse breeds out there that are extraordinary when it comes to their appearance. We created this list for you to…

All horses are beautiful in my opinion. But there are some that are unique and catch your eye and hold your grasp. The Black Forest Horse of Germany is certainly…

For decades, American mustangs have been a symbol of freedom and strength. They thrive in some of the country’s most hostile environments and inspire us all to live without restraint.…

With their glistening golden coats and beautiful blonde manes, Palomino horses are an all-around favorite. They’ve been around since ancient times and have been revered for their brilliant coloring ever…

On the island of Yonaguni, one of the Yaeyama Islands near Japan, you will find a unique culture and breathtaking sights to behold. And if you’re a lover of horses,…

All you have to do is say his name for horse lovers to feel a sense of nostalgia that pleasantly sweeps over them. In 1933, the world was first introduced…

For many of us, our love of horses fosters from a very young age. While each horse is an individual, there are certain horse breeds that make an ideal choice…

How many times has a panicked non-horse person rushed up to you saying, “Your horse is dead in the pasture!” Your heart might skip a beat at first, but then…

We all know that horses are prey in the wild. Because of this, horses can be naturally untrusting or skittish. Oddly enough, cats are the same way even though they…

Have you been taking lessons or leasing a horse for a while and feel as though you’re ready to jump into the horse ownership pool? Owning a horse is a…

Horses are truly magnificent creatures. They come in all shapes and sizes, and each has a purpose or a job to do. Fun fact for you: Did you know that…

We’ve talked about the smallest breeds in the world; now it’s time to take a look at the other side—the 5 biggest horse breeds in the world. Can you guess…

Even non-horse lovers know that draft horses are large and incredibly strong. Many draft horses even have serious lifting jobs to do on farms and the like. For Petra, she’s…

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…

Do you love horses enough to be horse crazy? If you do, you may identify with these 15 signs: Kids at school knew you as “the kid that loves horses.”…

It’s cold outside and the perfect time to have a movie day with all your riding and barn friends and binge watch all the horse movies you can! Just be…

The mane of a horse has served so many purposes for us horse-crazed people. We’ve learned how to French braid on a horse’s mane, and they’re a means of security…

Unusual and beautiful with a pinch of a majestic appearance, the Cremello horse has a cream color with no markings and a white mane and tail. Blue eyes and pink…

The average person can look at a herd of horses and distinguish between a bay and a palomino or a buckskin and a cream. Identifying a horse’s coat color is…

There are over 350 breeds of horses on the planet – that is a ton of new prospects to choose from. We are all familiar with the well-known breeds like…

Developed in the state of Marwar (Jodhpur), this rare breed of equine descends from the mounts of the famous Rajput warriors. A breed of strength, loyalty, and grace, the Marwari…

Horses are amazing creatures. They are majestic, heart-warming, and, just like shoes, horses come in many colors. Horse coat colors are dependent upon genetics, just as our hair and eye…

The great thing about horses is that they come in all different colors and sizes – there’s a horse for everyone. Smaller horses may not be big enough to ride,…

When we think of the horse, it’s no doubt one of the first things we think of is them galloping through an open field with the wind blowing through their…

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…

For an equine enthusiast, there are horse terms that we say that can really have others scratching their heads if they’re not familiar with the equine world. I’m sure you…

Just as the old saying goes, sharing is caring. And who better to share with than our favorite equine! As we all know, there are basic foods that you can…

It’s Friday the 13th! That makes this the perfect time to talk about superstitions. In the past, there were plenty of things in the world that hadn’t been explained by…

Scientists have isolated 27 discrete facial movements humans use to communicate, the most of any animal. Recent research conducted by the University of Sussex has found that horses use an impressive 17 distinct…

Last year Nancy Elwood was checking on the animals in her stable when she noticed a peculiar sight. One of her chickens was perched atop her horse, Rocky’s head! The…

William Shatner is best known for his roles as Captain Kirk in the original Star Trek and Denny Crane in Boston Legal. The 86-year-old actor also makes some pretty funny…

The Skyrian horse is one of Europe’s oldest breeds, existing almost exclusively on the Greek Island of Skyros for 2,000 years. Up until World War II, they numbered in the…

You may know that your vet needs to periodically “float” your horse’s teeth, but do you know what that entails and why it’s important? What other dental problems are horses…

Earlier this week we featured a story on the strict and strange rules involved in naming a thoroughbred racehorse. Now that the 2017 Kentucky Derby is less than 24 hours…