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The Trough
The Carrot Story
Image from marco Veringa Wild carrots are thought to date back around 10,000 years, although the carrots of those days were a far cry from the domestic root we think of today. Colorful Carrots Carrots actually come in a rainbow of colors including purple, yellow, red and white. Each color with a different flavor and […]
Horse Art
The Horses of Henry Farny Pt 2
Although he was born in France, Henry Farny immigrated to North America early in life and settled in Cincinnati, Ohio where he spent most of his life. Learning the Arts His education took him back to Europe & he studied in Dusseldorf and Munich learning some of the most sophisticated artistic techniques available during that […]
Events
Spoga Horse Equestrian Fair 2010
Some of the top representatives of the international equestrian sports sector will present their ranges of products for both horse and rider. The trade fair will be promoting the latest products and trends in the sport horse world. Features Centre of Expertise for Equestrian Sports Equestrian Job Exchange International Trade Fair for Equestrian Sports
Horse Jobs
Find Horse Jobs Online
For many young horse lovers the idea of working with animals seems like a dream come true. There are, in fact, more jobs working with horses than you may expect. Monday will once again become horse job day and I’ll continue to post in-depth looks at horse careers every week (starting with a look back […]
Videos with Horses
Identifying & Treating Thrush
Probably one of the most common feet problems for horses (especially in wet climates), thrush is something that most horse people deal with at some point or another. This is a good brush up video for the pros and brief education for newbies, about identifying and treating thrush. Always contact your vet if you are […]
Equine Online
Equine Online
As the Internet grows more and more services pop up that benefit horse lovers. I report them as I find them, but always welcome tips from my readers. Over the last couple of years I have collected thousands of horse sites, knowing that each and every one of them could come in useful. Here are […]
Events
Flanders Horse Expo 2010
A combination of commercial stands, demonstrations, seminars and equine product introductions this is a large fair for horse lovers of all types and disciplines. New this year is a competitive element, with jumping competitions, indoor driving competitions and a Flanders Horse Ball Cup. When February 26-28
Equine Products
The Equinest Gift Guide 2009
Through the past few months I have been throwing out gift ideas every Monday. Yes, I know today is Friday…but it’s last minute time. Don’t worry, it’s not too late to get something for those left on your list. I’ve prepared a collection of all of my gift ideas for 2009 into one handy post, […]
Horse Basics
American Warmblood – Breed of the Week
Image from Lar Like warmbloods in most countries a wide variety of breeds & bloodlines are accepted under the American Warmblood registry, as long as they are of sport horse/ warmblood type and meet physical requirements.
Events
NRCHA Fort Dodge Celebration of Champions 2010
The National Reined Cow Horse Association Presents this celebration. The show featurs three world-class events celebrating the champions from around the globe. NRCHA World Championship The top ten horse & riders from each of NRCHA’s geographical regions compete in eleven events to earn the World Champion title.
Horse Basics
Zedonk & Zebret – Donkey Zebra Hybrids
Image from nyluke Perhaps the closest in physical appearance of the equidae family, it makes sense that eventually the donkey and the zebra would be crossed. Here is a little information about resulting hybrids of the two. Zedonk Also called the zebras, zebronkey, zonkey, zebadonk, zebryde, zenkey, hamzab & zebrass the zedonk is a result […]
Horse Art
The Horses of Henry F. Farny
Perhaps one of my favorite artists so far, Henry F. Farny’s images provide an in-depth look into how he viewed the wild west. An import in the Americas, Henry was born in France and immigrated to Pennsylvania with his family at a very young age. An Indirect Subject As with most of the artists I’ve […]