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Horse Basics
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Abtenauer – Horse Breed of The Week
Image from: Equine Board Another very rare member of the equine family is the Abtenauer, the smallest variation of the Noriker horse. Mountain horses through and through, this breed is a beautifully built light draft known for their easy flowing trot.
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Abaco Barb – Horse Breed of The Week
Image from: The Bahamas Weekly The Abaco Barb is quite literally the most endangered horse breed on the planet. Their bloodlines come from the animals brought over from Europe by Spanish explorers.
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11 Things You Can Do To Help Starving Horses
Every day we see pictures of horses that look like this and it is not ok. (let’s be real, we choose an image that isn’t very graphic).
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The Colorful World of Appaloosas
Although in many ways they symbolize the horses of America, appaloosas are thought to have come to the Americas via the Spanish. Their ancestors dating back thousands of years in Asia and Europe. Quickly Adopted The people Native to American soil prized the spotted horses and different tribes began breeding of both appaloosas and pinto […]
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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 […]
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Horse Leg and Foot Equipment
There are a wide variety of boots and wraps for horse legs. Here is a quick glossary of terminology (with pictures) to help eliminate any confusion when it comes to horse leg and foot equipment. Boots These days many boots and wraps are similar enough to be interchangeable to some degree. However there are some […]
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45 Random Horse Facts
I’ve gathered a huge list of all of the random horse facts I could find. Some I already knew and some were news to me. Horses are stranger than they look. Here’s to learning something new today.
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Horse Hoof Anatomy
A quick cheat sheet on the anatomy of horses hoof Image from University of Missouri
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Horse Foot Anatomy
Image from ubookworm Horse foot care is essential to keeping a happy (and healthy) mount. Nothing is fun when your feet hurt. Know Your Stuff Knowing the basics where your horses feet and hooves are concerned helps you to practice preventative maintenance, troubleshoot problems and communicate better with your farrier. Here is a quick guide […]
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Basic Horse Tips
Let’s face it, this list could go on forever. However there are a few important fundamentals which every horse owner should follow. (Be sure to check out the care section for more in-depth info!)
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Horse Bridle Terminology
One of the most basic pieces of equipment a horse person needs, the bridle comes in all shapes and sizes. From minimalist Native American rope headstalls to the extensive (& expensive) contraptions used to train dressage & carriage horses.
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Dressage Terminology and Lingo – P – W
The Basics of Dressage terminology P – W, the list is so long we had to split it into sections. Check out A-E and F-O. Pace 1. All variation of a gait – collected, working, medium and lengthened. 2. A gait in which the ipsilateral pairs of legs move in unison with each other – […]