Fun Facts

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…

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…