The blood of the American Miniature Horse comes from England & the Netherlands where they were used as mine horses. Their ancestors were brought to North America in the 19th century for use in the Appalachian coal mines.
The original miniature horse bloodlines come mainly from Shetland & Dartmoor ponies. However, once brought to the states, there was an attempt to refine them with Hackney, POA and Thoroughbred genetics.
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HorseNet Horse Rescue (HNHR) is a 501(c)3 equine rescue & sanctuary with two locations in Maryland- New Windsor and Mount Airy.
HorseNet is a no-kill, anti-slaughter horse rescue that currently cares for about 100 horses.
HNHR is also 100% volunteer-run organization with no paid staff, so they’re always looking for new volunteers and donations!
HorseNet has many lovable and beautiful horses currently available for adoption, both ridable & companion animals. Anyone in the state of Maryland or anyone that resides 2.5 hours away from their facilities are eligible to adopt. An adoption contract and appointments are needed before adopting any horse.
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Image from Rob Ireton
Although I’m not always in agreement with the racing industry, the excitement of the races is not lost on me. There is something about the bright silks and sense of anticipation and I do have to admit, I get a thrill when the starting bell peals.
The equine is an animal of prey, and running is in their nature. Nothing about horse racing is natural, but the beauty of the animal at a full gallop, trot or pace remains.
So far I’ve covered the motions of rearing, running, playing & bucking, and there are more to come.
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Name
Joni Solis
Websites and places you can find my work online
horse-logos.com
alove4horses.com
Facebook: A Love for Horses
Webshots: alove4horses
Picasa: Horse Logos
Flickr: A Love for Horses
Follow Joni on Twitter: @jonisolis
Where I am
In the piney woods of the hot and humid deep south in Kentwood, LA. I live in a small handmade house on two acres with gardens and creatures (mainly bugs). I have two fat ponies, three spoiled dogs, three goldfish, one gold Koi, one cat (Nimbus the Queen), and one son, Felix. My Pets Picasa Photo Album.
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Adjusted Monitor System
Should there be a discrepancy, the judges will review video footage to determine if the score should be adjusted.
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Name
Manuela Casanova Klement
Website & Places you can find my work online
www.pferdebild.ch
Follow Manuela on twitter: @manuelacasanova
Where I am
Fehraltorf, Switzerland
Tell us a little about you, what is your background & where do you come from?
I was born and raised in eastern Switzerland. We lived in a small town close to the regions main city St. Gallen. My parents had a restaurant and I spent my entire scool time there.
I actually dreamed of a career with horses, ‘cause in switzerland, we have horses everywhere. But my parents saw my drawing talent and were afraid I‘d throw away my future if I wouldn’t turn this gift in to an occupation.
So my mom said: ” Why don’t you try the entrance examination for art school – if you don’t succeed, you can still work with horses.”
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This is a position which benefits from a knowledge of horses and the racing industry, a strong teamwork ethic and a love of the outdoors. Exercise riders work closely with the each horse’s trainer to keep the animal at peak performance level.
Strong communication skills, the ability to think/ act quickly and attention to detail are all characteristic of a good exercise rider.
Horse rescue is no easy business and usually comes with a high degree of drama.
However it is always amazing to see how people come together and help when there is an animal in peril.
With thanks to all of the rescue teams who risk life and limb to help our equine friends.
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As I interview more artists I come to realize that horses seem to be a universal subject. Artists of all mediums and walks of life can appreciate their quiet conviction and innate beauty.
So I shouldn’t be surprised when I run across even more horse graffiti that I haven’t seen. (Especially considering I have posts and posts of horse graffiti and horse street art already).
Here are some more graffiti artists worldwide who appreciate the masterful presence of our equine friends.
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Name
Melody Lea Lamb
Website & Places you can find my work online
Website: www.melodylealamb.com
Gift Shop: www.miniatureanimalart.com
My Blog: (I sell my originals directly from my blog as well as give a daily progress of new work) melodylamb.blogspot.com
Etsy: Melody Lea Lamb
Bonanzle: mllamb46
ArtFire: Melody’s Mini Art
eBay: Melody Lea Lamb’s Original Art
Follow Melody on twitter: @MelodyLeaLamb
The easiest way to find all my sites is to put “Melody Lea Lamb” in your internet search.
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Recently I received a comment from Juli over at HorseNet Horse Rescue asking for help determining the color of one of their rescues.
So I told her I’d post pictures of him to see if any of my readers could help her pinpoint Comanchee’s coloring.
I realize that color genetics isn’t always as it appears but thought it was worth a try. Here are a couple images of Comanchee and one more can be found on their website (scroll down and he’s the first one under the Non-Ridable animals header).
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