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Videos with Horses
How To Tie A Quick-Release Knot
Those of us who have spent time in the horse world can tie quick-release knots in our sleep, but if you don’t know how to do it, the process can be a mystery. An important thing to master & there are lots to choose from. A quick-release is really the only kind of knot that […]
Horse Basics
Fun Horse Basics
Learning isn’t always easy, but when it is about something you love it can be entertaining. It’s amazing how much I’ve learned about horses while writing this site. Even more amazing is how much I have left to learn. Here is a strange mix of basics, tips, ideas and facts that any horse lover can […]
Events
Horsefest 2010
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
The Trough
Unusual Plant Macro Photography
Image from kaibara87 A couple of weeks ago I did a post with some flower macro photography and people seemed to like it. As I was searching for flowers I ran across a number of unusual plant macro shots I wanted to share too. Here is a selection of up-close-and-personal images of some pretty (and […]
Horse Basics
American Spotted Paso – Breed of the Week
Image from Equine Now The main goal of American Spotted Paso breeders is to create an animal with the beautiful pinto color patterns and the smooth easy to ride gaits of the Peruvian Paso.
Events
Equitana Equestrian Sports World Fair 2010
A trade show, exhibition and all around worldwide horse extravaganza featuring a long list of highlights and celebrities. All brought together to allow the public to learn and enjoy the wonderful world of horses. Highlights Hop Top Show and Hengste Equine Expertise Centrum Breeding show Stallions 2009 Honza Blaha
Horse Basics
Meet The Equidae Family – Equus & Asinus
The Equus family is larger and more diverse than you may think. Each member with its own distinct look and coloring. As I started delving into the equus family tree I realized just how colorful and beautiful these animals really are. I’m hard pressed to pick a favorite & sad to see so many of […]
Interviews
Betsy Kelleher – Horse Author Interview
Name Betsy Kelleher Website and Places you can find me online My website is www.goduseshorses.com and I recently started a new blog, MARES and more, exploring the world of the female equine. I’m also on Facebook and Linkedin and I recently joined the online Rocking G Riding Club. Where I am My husband and I […]
Horse Art
The Horses of Evariste-Vital Luminais
Evariste was a French painter, born into a family of lawyers who (interestingly enough) encouraged his art and sent him to Paris when he was 18 so he could learn from well known sculptors & painters of the time. Dark Themes This is a bright artist who spent much of his time focusing on the […]
Events
Dressage at Equestrian Estates 2010
The final show in the Palm Beach Dressage series is held at the Equestrian Estates and has been a part of the series since 2000. Qualifying Competitions USEF High Performance Qualifying Competition USEF National Intermediaire I Championship FEI North American Junior & Young Riders’ Championships USEF National Junior, Young Rider & Brentina Cup Championships Markel/USEF […]
Equine Products
Cool Breyer Equipment and Tack
Perhaps one of my favorite toys growing up were my Breyer horses & I can admit to hours spent creating felt leg wraps and yarn halters for them. Back then there weren’t nearly as many cool options for models and a DIY attitude kept them looking flashy. These days it seems they have thought of […]
Videos with Horses
The Loyalty of Arabian Horses
Today’s video is an interesting demonstration of the beautiful Arabian horse, an animal known for its spirit, history and rich bloodline contributions to many breeds worldwide. Here is a brief glimpse into a world which holds bloodlines, training and horsemanship very dear and a look at the loyalty of the lovely Arabian.