We all love our horses so much that we want them to be a part of the biggest moments of our lives, including our weddings. Here are some ways that you can include your horse in one of the happiest times of your life (besides the day you bought your horse that is.) Include the...
Deadline Approaches For Comments On Proposed Management Plan For Heber Wild Horses
For generations, the Heber wild horses have made their home in the Mongollon Rim in Arizona's Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests. They survive with limited human intervention, and in recent years, their numbers have grown. The herd has also been a focus for controversy. Several horses were slaughtered earlier this year, and the Forest Service has debated...
Equine 411: The Horse Types Defined
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 there are over 350 breeds of horses and ponies all over the world? It would be impossible to remember them all. However, each of these...
Percherons: The Fascinating Backstory Behind Our Favorite Cold-Blooded Giants
Percherons come with style, grace, gentle temperament and, of course, size, but did you know the story behind their big hoofprint? The History of Percherons Not much is known about the history of the Percheron. However, we do know that they were discovered in Le Perche around Normandy, France. The ancestors of the modern Percheron...
8 Books Every Horse Lover Should Read
There's nothing quite like a great story that involves horses. We thought it would be fun to talk about some of our favorite horse-related books that we think our fellow equestrian reading enthusiasts will enjoy. So, grab a blanket and sit in the pasture or next to your horse’s stall and pick up one of...
Mini Service Horse Sits First Class On His First Ever Flight
Fred the mini service horse has places to go and people to see. And when he goes, he does so in style. He is a horse with class—first class, that is! But Fred the mini horse is not your average equine. His owner, Ronica Froese, spent over a year training Fred to do the work...
5 Of The Biggest Horse Breeds In The World
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 which breeds make it onto the list of gentle giants? Keep reading to find out! Percheron The exact history of how the big, bold, and...
Cushing's Disease in Horses: Important Warning Signs And How To Treat It
The list of diseases in horses that do not revolve around hooves or their gastrointestinal tract is not very long. One of these diseases is called Cushing’s disease, and we all should know enough about it to understand what it is and what warning signs to look out for. What is Cushing’s Disease? Cushing’s disease...
Gentle Giants Draft Horse Rescue Gives Equines Bound For Slaughter A Chance At A Happy Life
In Mount Airy, Maryland, there's a special place that's home to some very special equines. Gentle Giants Draft Horse Rescue is a place that's dedicated to saving draft horses from slaughter and giving them a second chance at life. They work tirelessly to show these once unwanted horses that not all humans are bad, and...
Photographer Captures Extraordinary Images Of Iceland's Half-Wild Horses
Located midway between North America and Europe, the Nordic island country of Iceland is a land of dramatic landscapes. There are geysers, volcanoes, and lava fields situated between ancient glaciers and powerful waterfalls. Tourists visit the country to get a taste of the ethereal beauty, and if they're lucky, they get a glimpse of the...
7 Early Warning Signs of Laminitis in Horses
Laminitis is not something we ever want to see our horses go through. For those who have heard the term but don’t know the description of the diagnosis, laminitis is when the laminae of the foot becomes inflamed (whenever you hear “itis” at the end of a word, think inflammation). The laminae is the tissue...
Meet Petra: Arguably The World's Strongest Draft Horse
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 a Belgian draft horse that many know as the strongest draft horse in the world. Videos started to surface of her online a few years...
Horse Plays Dead Anytime Someone Tries To Ride Him
Life is hard, and sometimes we just don't feel like doing as we've been told to do. Jingang is a horse that definitely feels that sentiment to his core. Not all horses like to be ridden, and Jingang falls right into that category—literally. He's found a rather unique and hilarious way to protest his discontent....
Woman Has Saved Over 500 Horses From Slaughter By Creating Her Own Sanctuary
We live in a world where animals do not have a voice. It is our job to help them. Often times, we are their saviors from certain death. For one woman living in California, she wanted to do something for unwanted horses that were being sold for slaughter. It's a scary fact, but in 2017...
Cowboy Gets Dying Wish To See His Beloved Horse One Last Time
For nearly two decades, Kansas cowboy Kevin Adkins spent every day with his horse named Vic. The two shared an incredible bond that spanned both good times and bad. When Adkins was diagnosed with cancer, he still found time for his best friend. But when his illness sent him to the hospital, things changed. Thanks...
Meet Majus And Majician: Twin Horses With An Incredible Survival Story
Do you know what's better than one gorgeous Arabian gelding? TWO Arabians that just so happen to be twins. Looking at Majus and Majician today, they are stunning examples of strong, healthy horses. Our eyes are drawn to their glistening coats and near-identical markings. Photos of them in motion emphasize their strength and symbolize the...
Meet Rynee: The First Budweiser Clydesdale Foal Of The Year
New year, new things, right? January is an exciting time of year and with the new decade upon us, things are even more exciting than usual. Even non-horse lovers (gasp!) know about the world famous Budweiser Clydesdales. For decades we've watched their famous commercials and always marvel at their effortless beauty. Warm Springs Ranch is...
20 Adorable Pictures Of Foals You'll Love
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 don’t get baby fever enough (horse babies, that is), here are some of our favorite pictures of foals and foal facts! A “foal bun” cooks...
The Different Types Of Horse Colic And What To Do About Them
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 is to educate ourselves as much as we can. Colic is basically stomach pain in horses. The only problem with this is that it can...
Shania Twain Rides Her Horse Through Las Vegas For New Commercial, And She Looks Absolutely Stunning
The queen of country herself, Shania Twain, has felt at home in the saddle since she first started riding at 12 years old. The Canadian-born country music singer has set the world on fire with hits including "Man! I Feel Like a Woman" and "That Don't Impress Me Much." But whether she's in the studio...
The Legal Work Involved In Selling A Horse
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 lifetime. So, once you made the decision, it’s best to move things forward, in order to avoid dragging things. After all, a lengthy selling process...
Meet Picasso: The Most Famous Wild Mustang In America
Between the mountains, gullies, and plateaus of the Western United States, upwards of 71,000 wild horses live free. On windless days, you can hear their soft neighs and thundering hooves. They raise their foals in the wild landscape, forage for food in all weather, and spend most of their days avoiding human contact. These wild...
Little Girl With Brain Cancer Is Surprised By A Horse Dressed As A Unicorn
Naomi Short is only eight years old, but she has big dreams. She was recently diagnosed with a rare form of brain cancer, but that devastating news seems to have only fueled her love for life's adventures. She has a long list of things she wants to do and goals she wants to accomplish. Meeting...
Four Important Ways Horses Positively Impact Our Mental Health
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 for horses to be used in therapy. Keep reading to find out how horses can benefit our mental health. You can’t hide your emotions from...
15 Signs You Might Be Horse Crazy
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.” Fact: most people do like horses, but as a kid you LOVED THEM. If you spent time zoning out in math class doodling ponies or...
6 DIY Ways To Prevent Stall Boredom For Horses
In the perfect world, horses would roam in a pasture with luscious grass and plenty of room to run. Unfortunately, that isn’t the case in a realistic world and some horses are stalled for various reasons including weather, lifestyle or health. Stall boredom can have a negative psychological effect and can result in abnormal behavior...
How to Estimate Your Horse’s Weight
The importance of accurately estimating your horse’s weight will help you track their health as well as make sure, when they receive a dose of medicine, that the dose is as accurate as possible. Sometimes people may assume they are good at guessing their horse’s weight, however, they can still be off by nearly 200...
Firefighters Work For 7 Hours To Save Horse Trapped In Frozen Canal
Firefighters in Marion, Montana were in for a freezing night when calls came in about a horse in distress. The horse, named Henry, had broken through ice and was trapped in a canal. A team of more than 20 volunteers and members of the Marion Fire District and the Flathead County Animal Control worked all...
How To Prevent Blankets From Damaging Your Horse's Mane
Full-blown winter is upon us and we all want our horses to be cozy and snug as a bug in a rug. Even if we do not show during the winter and don’t mind the fuzzy winter coat, we still want our horses warm and comfortable. For those of us that do show all year...
15 Of Our Favorite Pictures Of Paint Horses
Did you know that Paint Horses were used by Native Americans that thought they had magical powers? It’s true. They were brought to America by Spanish conquistadors and bred with wild herds. Their colors engaged Native Americans, and they are the perfect combination of beauty and brains with different patterns and colors. Looking like a...
The Fascinating History Of The Knabstrupper
Have a thing for spots? The Knabstrupper horse is a rare beauty with plenty of them! Similar to the Appaloosa and possibly of the same ancestry, the Knabstrupper is a breed of interesting and intense history that has beaten the odds. Mare Power The Knabstrupper originated in Denmark in the nineteenth century and the breed...
Triple Crown Winner Welcomes First Foal—And It's A Girl!
There's exciting news in the horse world as the 2018 Triple Crown Winner, Justify, just became a daddy for the first time. The new foal was born on January 3 in Lexington, KY to a mare named Foreign Affair. Both mom and baby are doing well. The new foal's owner, Audley Farm, announced the birth...
5 Of The Oldest Horse Breeds In The World
There are literally hundreds of different horse and pony breeds around today and while some are less than a hundred years old there are a number of breeds that have been around for much longer than you might think. Some of these breeds, such as the Norwegian Fjord, can even trace their roots back to...
7 Movies Every Horse Lover Needs to See
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 sure to put these amazing horse movies on your list: 1. Flicka Katy is a fully spirited young woman who grew up on a ranch...
5 Horse Breeds That Have Unique Manes
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 when high tailing it bareback full speed across an open field. We take pride in our horse’s manes and can even become a little obsessive...
Artist Creates Unique Horse Sculptures From Driftwood
Monte Michener is a Colorado based artist who has been creating incredible driftwood sculptures of horses for years. Michener grew up on a farm in Minnesota where there were always horses around. He began riding ponies at age five, and by age 10 he had worked his way up to riding full size horses. “In...
2019 Movie Shows How Wild Mustangs Can Help Rehabilitate Prisoners
What’s the best trait of horses, is it their smell or their beauty? Or perhaps the feeling of freedom when we ride. For prisoners in a Nevada Correctional Facility, it may be that horses do not judge - they don’t care about your past, they just care about what happens now. In the movie, “The...
How To Adopt A Wild Mustang From The BLM
A mustang can be viewed as the spirit of the west. They bring a sense of freedom and grace with an estimate of 33,000 horses roaming across the western parts of the United States. A horse-loving gal that came to be known as “Wild Horse Annie” became an advocate for the horses back in the...
Champion Barrel Racer Cloned Her Horse Not Once, But Twice
When Mary Walker, 60, was at her lowest, a horse named Latte was her saving grace. Latte was there as she grieved the loss of her only child, and together they dominated the barrel racing circuit. From spending quiet time in the barn to training at high speeds, the duo shared a powerful bond. That...
At Least 21 Horses Shot And Killed In ‘Act Of Evil’ In Kentucky
UPDATE 12/23/19: Six more horses were found shot and killed since our original article on the incident in Kentucky from last Friday, according to USA Today. The horses appear to have been killed during the same shooting as the 15 horses that were discovered last week along U.S. 23. The reward amount has also increased...