Where Horses Rule
I think many of us wanted a horse or a pony when we were younger, and also, many of us want to own a horse even now. Also, those who have kids that love horses should consider giving them such a present. As we can see in many videos, including this one, someone’s reaction to…
One of the most critical questions you need to ask yourself is – do you have time to look after a horse or pony? Horses need daily care regardless of the weather, schedules, or holidays. Keeping a horse on your property is a 365 day a year job. As we see in the video, horses,…
Just take a look at this beauty in the video! Here’s something many of us probably didn’t know: the Turkish word Yılkı means “free horse living in its own environment”. The Yılkı Horses are hundreds of free, wild, noble, and gorgeous Anatolian racehorses that have been living in the center of Turkey for centuries. Most…
It’s challenging to find a horse owner who doesn’t also live with at least one dog. Horses and dogs are a natural combination. If you love horses, chances are you love dogs, too. Although dogs and horses can often become great friends, the danger is inherent whenever these two species come together. The sheer size…
Like successful human athletes, Winning horses must consistently train to be at their competitive peak when it comes to time to perform. Trainers will carefully formulate a specific training schedule that ensures each horse will be well-rested and capable of performing their best on the race day. The first thing to keep in mind is…
Here is another heartwarming video, where after being forced to sell her barrel racer four years ago, this girl has no idea that her parents repurchased him, and she’s about to be reunited with her horse. What do you think? Is a horse capable of remembering its owner? Well, many experts agree that horses do,…
Did you ever hear of laminitis? If you have a horse, or even if you just like horses, you probably heard about it. Well, in this video, you can see how hard it is watching your horse being in pain and not being able to help it. For those who don’t know, laminitis is inflammation…
As in any human-to-human relationship, communication and understanding one another are the keys; any communication breakdown can cause discord, even when showing affection. As Cherry Hill says in her handbook “How to Think Like a Horse,” “The better you understand horses, the less often conflict will arise.”. Horses love the ability to go to you…
Mustangs are close-knit animals, and they treasure their families above all else, and the close bonds they form are crucial both for their emotional and physical survival. They are gentle and loving towards their young, and yet, these strong and powerful stallions can fight to the death to protect their mares. In this video, we…
Do you think that riding is for any age? Well, the shortest answer would be yes, but a longer one would be that it’s not age that matters the most; it’s your level of fitness and willingness to learn. Also, you can learn to ride a horse at any age, especially if you have the…
What could be more adorable than watching a small child taking care of and riding her own pony? This little girl takes excellent care of her pony. She combs his mane, cleans his hooves, and gives him all the love he needs. Even though she is still tiny, she has already learned to put the…
The first 24 hours of a foal’s life are the most critical to supporting their well-being. They’ll experience a period of dramatic physical changes and may also be confronted with some of the greatest risks to their survival since they are at their most vulnerable during this time. Mares and foals are typically close to…
Breaks are most commonly heard of in racehorses, but any horse can break a bone in its leg. While euthanasia is often still the only option, advances in veterinary technologies and techniques mean some horses can be saved, and may even be able to return to their work in some capacity. Just look at this…
Did you know that horses are actually very playful? Yes, we typically think of horses as constant grazers and maybe even a little lazy. But horses actually love to play! Similar to how other animals in a herd will interact with each other, horses love to play with each other, with toys, and even with…
Getting horseback riding lessons as a larger person can be difficult. However not impossible. Generally, as long as you’re under 250 pounds, you’ll be able to find somewhere that will take you. Your options open up a little bit more if you can get down to 200 if that’s possible for you. Almost all horse…
Did you know that a horse is a “fight or flight” animal? Knowing this upfront can help a person stay safer when around their equine counterparts; whether it be in simple contact situations, training, riding, or all of the above. In situations where the horse feels threatened, the horse may resort to running away. We…