The Equinest archives

Horse Buddies – Goats

Goat & horse running

Herd animals by nature, horses need to have buddies or they actually get lonely. Not everyone can afford one horse, much less a second to keep the first one company. So often horse owners have to come up with creative solutions to keep their equine from feeling sad.

Best Pals

I searched high and low to discover some of the different creatures people use as friends for their equine. In the process I found some fantastic images that I just had to share. In fact I found so many, I created several posts, one for each of the popular horse buddies. Today, it’s goats.
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2009 Horse Fest

What

2009 Horse Fest

Festival Features

Nationally known clinicians
Huge trade show with hundreds of equine-related exhibits
Equine educational presentations
Horses displayed by area breeders
Horsefest Shootout
Cowboy Church on Sunday

Admission
Adults – $10.00
Children 12 to 18 – $5.00
Children under 12 – Free
Free Parking
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The Colorful World of Pintos

Spotted horses have always held a special place in our heart, their showy displays of color make them great photography subjects.

Pintos Come in A Rainbow of Colors

Because pintos can be any breed, their colors and genetics vary widely. With so many patterns and so many colors to choose from we’ll never be able to pick a favorite. In our quest to find the prettiest pinto out there, we ran across such a lovely rainbow of colors and patterns that we decided to put them together into a post and share them.
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2009 National Reining Horse Association Futurity

What

2009 National Reining Horse Association European Futurity National Reining Horse Association European Futurity

The first NRHA European Futurity and show is now open to the world. Uniting Reining Deutschland and the NRHA of the US and they are proud to offer the highest prize purses paid for reining outside of the US.

In addition to the shows there will also be a trade show with over 20 vendors offering western tack, equipment and apparel.

Admission is free for spectators.
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Comanche Nation Saves Starving Horses

The Comanche Nation seized 20 starving horses from their owner this week in Cotton County, OK.

In Bad Shape

The animals were discovered on Comanche land. Seven of their members already dead from starvation, 20 still alive but in terrible condition.

Taking Responsibility

The owner signed the horses over with no arguments and they are now in the custody of the Comanche Nation who intend to nurse them all back to health.
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Horse Job – Stable Hand

A position usually found in small establishments with fewer horses and employees, the duties of a stable hand can encompass those of groom, handler, stall cleaner & schooling rider. This is an entry level position, good for those who want to begin a career in the equine industry.

What You Need

This is a position which benefits from a working knowledge of horses, general maintenance skills and solid communication skills. Smaller stables often rely heavily on each employee and everyone shares responsibility for the animals.

A firm belief in teamwork, physical strength and the ability to stay calm under pressure are all key ingredients to a successful stable hand.

What

2009 International Masters Florida Intenational Masters Polocrosse Competition – Charlie Horse Spring Fling Tournament

Put together by the International Polocrosse Council and includes Masters A, Masters B-C, A, B, C, D and F and Intercollegiate divisions.

On Saturday night there is a dinner and dancing at the Charlie Horse Farm nearby.
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Horse Fight Club – Round 1

These horses have taken all they are going to take, and they aren’t going to take any more. The bell has rung, the match is on and in the end usually the big guy wins.

Here are some videos of horses who decide to fight back. They are all safe for work and hopefully no one was hurt too badly.
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2009 Black Hills Horse Expo

What

2009 Black Hills Horse Expo Black Hills Horse Expo

Initially created as a fundraiser for CASA, and to bring horse enthusiasts and professionals together.

Now the expo has become something to look forward to. Events and festivities include all breeds, disciplines and skill levels making it a great event for all types horse people.
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Horses and Their Kids

Kids on a horse

Image from Eduardo Amorim

There isn’t much cuter than animals with their children. Youngsters often share a special bond with the animals in their life, one that perhaps adults can no longer understand.

Horses seem to have a love of the kids too and some exhibit a great tenderness towards the children in their life.
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2009 AQHA Convention

What

2009 AQHA Convention AQHA Convention

Discussions and meetings held annually by the American Quarter Horse Association.

This year one of the most controversial forums will be held about the subject of potentially admitting cloned animals into the registry.

The registration fee is $100.00 for a name badge and admittance to meetings, social events and breakfast.

*The Awards Hall of Fame Banquet is not included in general admission cost.
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Horse Pictures From Sweden

Sweden is the home of the Swedish Warmblood, a popular competition horse. Like many of the warmblood breeds they were initially developed as calvary mounts.

The domesticated horses of Sweden were smaller than other countries, but as years passed, the smaller animals were crossed with more robust breeds to develop a larger animal.

More recently the breed has become more and more refined as a show and competition horse.