Where Horses Rule
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…
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…
Dogs are incredibly social creatures that can also adapt to almost any situation. This makes them great around a variety of other animals. Plus, their herding nature makes them feel comfortable around large, hooved animals. In fact, dogs are often used to help herd cattle and sheep without hurting them. Unfortunately, however, donkeys don’t have…
When the foal feels in danger or feels insecure, it uses some sounds to call its mother. She can become aggressive if the way she is called is worrying because she thinks someone wants to hurt her child. We see the same thing in the video, the foal cries calling its mother, and she comes…
I think we all realize how hard it is to take care of a blind horse. In addition to the pity you feel for him (because it really is something horrible when someone loses their sight), you also have to be very careful when you are around him. Just look at this beautiful white horse,…
If you’re wondering who’s faster, someone on a bicycle or someone on a horse, then here’s the answer: a person on a bicycle will win hands down. Horses are faster than humans on a short run, but a human can run farther in a day than a horse. A human on a bicycle, in turn,…
Some people have been known to train cows and bulls to jump and ride them just like a horse. It’s going to take some training, as bulls may be more naturally inclined to be aggressive, but they are rideable. Some are extremely gentle. Yes, they have a stronger character than horses or cows, but they…
The horse needs a full mane and tail if he’s spending time outside. Standing with his rump to the wind his tail protects his delicate underparts, and he can lower his head, so it’s shielded from the wind by the rest of his body. Horses like to play in the snow, as we see in…
Horses sometimes can be pretty dangerous animals, especially because they can harm their owner. Usually, these animals are very gentle and tender, but when they feel that someone is about to hurt them, they become violent. The horse is devoted to its owner especially when he is loved and taken care of, and when its…
The Straôrieen is a spring festival that begins back in the mid-19th century. In the run-up to Easter, the horses were released from their stable to work the land, but before being put to work, the ‘evil spirits’ (mud fever, mange, and other leg disorders) were chased away by the healing effects of saltwater. In…
The royal family had a longtime passion for the rough and sometimes tumble sport of carriage driving. The Duke of Edinburgh discovered his passion for outdoor sports in 1973 what soon became the world-famous Lowther Carriage Driving Trials, held in the historic grounds of Lowther Castle. The Duke of Edinburgh was well-known for his love…
Some may wonder why people still use horses today when there are many more automatic, easier, faster, and less tiring ways to do the job. Many do it because they like it and want to pass on what they have learned about horses. It is important to pass on what can be done using horses…
Horses have been our firm companions since the beginning of recorded history, often far more valuable than other domesticated beasts because of their countless uses. They are, like us, beings with a strange dichotomy: strong and tender, massive and graceful, confident and gentle. There is something about the outside of a horse that is good…
FEI – The International Federation for Equestrian Sports is the international governing body of equestrian sports. Their vision is to grow the unique and mutually beneficial bond between horses and humans in sports globally. Also, their mission is to drive and develop the equestrian sport globally in a modern, sustainable and structured manner with guaranteed…
The horse is one of the smartest animals. He can easily recognize his peers and is very rigid when he feels the presence of a stranger in his group. We can easily see how the white horse in the video realizes that “There is an impostor among us.” He does not become aggressive but arouses…
When you think of strong animals, what comes to your mind? Maybe a tiger or a lion, probably an elephant or an ox. But what about a Belgian horse that managed to pull 18 people after him? Big and resilient horses, but graceful and fast, are an image of pure power. Their large muscles have…