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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…

Does your horse respond when you call their name but completely ignore someone like the farrier, vet, or a complete stranger? Do they run toward you when you open the…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

When the Saddleridge Fire came dangerously close to a ranch located in Sylmar, California, the community banded together to rescue 40 horses threatened by the deadly blaze. The Saddlebridge Fire…

The best age to start training a horse has been a highly debatable topic for years. Some say start under saddle once they reach the age of two, this being…

As winter approaches, reduced sunlight increases melatonin production in horses, resulting in hair growth. However, there can be variation or inhibition in growth due to a horse’s climate, clipping, or…

Firefighters in Fort Eire are trained and experienced in animal rescues, but a horse falling through a sinkhole was a completely new challenge. It happened when a water main break…

Do you ever look at a show horse’s mane and wonder how certain looks were accomplished? Some styles are more popular than others; some styles are required for certain breeds…

Patti Womer wanted to find a way to represent her dad in her wedding, even though he passed away in May of last year. She decided to include the first…

25 wild horse foals, which were born in captivity at Bureau of Land Management (BLM) corrals in Litchfield, CA, recently passed away. Veterinarians are researching the deaths, and initial test results…

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…

Whether you’re an avid horse lover or you’ve enjoyed petting a few at local fairs, it seems that no one can resist the big-eyed, leggy adorableness of each new Budweiser…

If you love Johnny Depp as much as you love horses, your chance to buy his Kentucky horse farm is coming up soon! The property will be up for public…

Pastor Leonard Barney of St. Clair County in Michigan was helped by an unlikely hero – Moonshine – after a lawnmower he was trying to unload from the bed of…

Move over, Thumbelina! There’s a new tiny foal in town! According to the NZ Herald, the itty-bitty baby, who was born in Russia, is about the size of an average…

When it comes down to it, celebrities are people just like anybody else. They all have human likes and dislikes. So of course some stars are especially fond of horses,…

Disneyland’s horses have a new home in Norco, California. The Circle D Ranch had to be moved from its original location backstage at Disneyland. That area is now under construction as…

Laminitis is a debilitating disease that affects the tissue that connects hoof to bone. In the most severe cases, euthanasia is the only humane treatment. What can you do to…

On June 2, 2017, Colorado State University will break ground on their newest state-of-the-art research facility that will help both animals and people who are suffering from a wide range…

Does your horse have a dull coat, a short mane, or a wispy tail? Part of it may be genetics, but there are many things you can do to help…

Did you know that horses are used in several different types of therapies to assist people with physical, mental, or emotional difficulties? Equine therapy is usually done in conjunction with…

Nobody wants to think about their equine friend getting cancer, but it is something that many horse owners are forced to deal with. Are you familiar with the most common types…

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…

For this young horse, having one eye won’t stop him from succeeding in racing… and competing in the Kentucky Derby! Patch is a 3-year-old Thoroughbred who lost his eye in…

Did you know that 90% of snake bites (in the northern hemisphere) occur between April and October? Do you know what to do if your horse gets bitten? Here are…

Spring is here! Time to turn out your horses to pasture, right? Not so fast. Transitioning your horse from hay to pasture too quickly is a recipe for inducing laminitis.…

Lameness is a problem that will affect most horses at some point in their lives. Up to 90% of lameness originates in the foot, but there are a wide variety…

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 this horse 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.”…

Meet Einstein, the world’s smallest stallion! When he was born on April 22, 2010, he weighed only 6 pounds and was no taller than a box of cereal: the smallest horse…

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…

On March 25, American racehorse Arrogate won the Dubai Word Cup to become the highest earning horse in racing history, and he did it in spectacular fashion. He stumbled out…

Whether it’s a gorgeous house that’s impeccably decorated or a huge mansion that’s drenched in history, many people will ogle over stunning dwellings and wistfully label them as their “dream homes.” But…

Nobody likes to imagine worst case scenarios, but it is crucial to have a plan in case you have to evacuate with your horse in case of an emergency. Depending…

Have you been away from horses for months, years, or decades, but lately you find yourself fantasizing about getting back in the saddle? Maybe you have some fears: you won’t…

Horse lovers know that these gentle giants are amazingly sensitive and emotional. It’s just in their blood, as made evident by the touching video below. Volunteers from the Salt River Wild…

Just like humans, horses start to have health problems as they age. Many of these issues are treatable, if not avoidable. As long as you know what to look out for,…

While most broncs are geldings, mares can also compete at a very high level- as proven by Hostage, a famous bucking horse with 168 rides under her belt. Before retiring…

Bored horses can develop bad habits that may become irreversible- such as wood chewing, cribbing, and disobedience. What can you do to keep your horse mentally stimulated and prevent destructive…

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…

Most people can agree that horses have gorgeous manes. Long, shiny locks that flow in the breeze are the stuff that fairytales are made of. In fact, equine hair is…

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…

Every horse lover knows that when it comes to riding, the learning never ends. And there’s a lot to remember — how many times have you been taught a technique, just to…

In Idaho, a horse found himself stranded in deep snow and inclement weather over 7,000 feet up on Boulder Mountain. A brown horse, along with a white one, had been…