Fun Facts

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…

On Saturday, May 6, 2017 the 143rd Kentucky Derby race will enter the history books. With such a long legacy, there is quite a bit to know about this cherished…

Practical Joker, Irap, Always Dreaming–these are only a few of the thoroughbred racehorses preparing to compete in the 2017 Kentucky Derby. They’re the best of the best, and some of…

Did you know there are several hundred horse clones around the world eating, breeding, and even competing? Cloning isn’t science fiction any more. It’s here, and horse associations and federations…

Appaloosas are known for their beautiful spots, but there is so much more to this gorgeous horse. You might already know that the Appaloosa is a distinctly American breed developed…

Whether you know it or not, you’ve probably seen pictures of the Friesian stallion Frederik the Great. He’s been named by multiple sources as “The Most Handsome Horse in the World.”…

You probably know that horseback riding is generally split between Western riding and English riding, with the saddle itself being the biggest difference between the two. But how many other…

Draft horses were originally bred primarily to work on farms to pull plows and other heavy loads. Between World War I and World War II, tractors became the preferred tool…

We love horses for their beauty, personality and the way they make our world a better place. Think you know everything about horses? Well, did you know that a horse’s…

The Morgan horse is one of the most elegant and versatile breeds. From roping to dressage and every sport in between, Morgans can be found competing. They are known for…

The Arabian horse is one of the most well-known horses in the world. Their dished faces, high tail set, and graceful carriage has made them frequent subjects of the arts.…

We see them every Super Bowl and Rose Parade in Pasadena, California. For some, Clydesdales are synonymous with Budweiser, and that’s about it. But there is a lot more to…

Growing up, the draft horses were always a favorite of mine. I loved that they were so huge, and yet so gentle. The Belgian Draft Horse is no exception, with…

Debating whether you should buy yourself a horse that you’ve been looking at? We’ve all been there, and sometimes it just takes a little enabling to seal the deal. Here…

They say “pony” is a four letter word. In some cases, it seems to be true – riding ponies is a bit of an art. Here are 7 truths that…

Have you ever been told that horseback riding isn’t a sport? Nonsense. Here are seven great reasons why horseback riding IS a sport. 1. We Have Teammates In riding, our…