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Horse Basics
What Color is Comanchee?
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. Not Easy To Eyeball I realize that color genetics isn’t […]
Horse Basics
American Indian – Horse Breed of The Week
Image from Northern Dream Spanish Mustang The American Indian Horse is known by many names, including Indian Pony, Cayuse, Buffalo Horse and Cow Pony. The ancestors of these animals were brought to the US by the Spanish during their colonization of the west. The Spanish were smart horsemen and only brought their strongest mounts on […]
Guest Posts
Horsesport is Launching A New Look
A quick quest post by Nikki over at Horsesport about their newly redesigned website & it’s features. Horsesport has new owners and is coming back with a new look and new feel for all horse & pony lovers. Everything For Horse Business It will offer a comprehensive directory listing businesses from around the country which […]
Horseplay
Jumping Horses in Motion
Image from Kris Katford Horses are pretty graceful for such big animals, a powerful stride and strong hind legs both contribute to their grace over fences. Horses in Motion The past few weeks I’ve been sharing my collections of horses in motion, giving each type of movement it’s own day to shine. This week it’s […]
Horse Art
Art for Critters
My recent fascination with horse artists and photographers has led me to some pretty amazing individuals and organizations. One in particular I really like is Art for Critters, which several of the artists I’ve interviewed are connected with. Global Community Art for Critters features artists from around the world who donate a portion of their […]
Horse Jobs
Jockey Valet – Horse Jobs
The position of jockey valet is similar in many ways to a groom, they are to aid and assist in every aspect of preparing both horse and jockey for a race. What You Need This is a position which benefits from attention to detail, the ability to work well and make decisions under pressure – […]
Videos with Horses
3 Drunks and A Horse Statue – SFW
This is a very strange clip of two men, one woman, a camera and a horse statue. Man vs. horse statue – who will be left standing? Staged? Maybe. Funny? Definitely, and absolutely safe for work.
Horseplay
Smithfield Horse Market & Fair Pt 2
Image from admanchester This is the second part of a two part series (here is part 1) featuring some amazing images of the Smithfield Horse Market & Fair in Dublin, Ireland. A Monthly Tradition The market is held on the first Sunday of every month and during that time the market is flooded with horses […]
Horse Culture
Horse Pictures From Myanmar (Burma)
The horses in Myanmar (formerly known as Burma) are obviously used far more for business than pleasure. Whether it is for the tourist industry, work horses or transportation. The Burmese pony is a breed local to the area. This breed is similar in confirmation to the Bhutia, Spiti and Manipuri ponies who collectively carry Mongolian […]
Horse Basics
American Drum – Horse Breed of The Week
The American Drum Horse is a relatively new breed, however their lineage is part of what makes them so special. Royal Duties Drum horses were originally used by the Queen of England as part of her ceremonial band. They had to be sturdy and calm enough to carry a rider with large kettle drums through […]
Interviews
Horse Artist Interview – Sharon Crute
Sharon Crute, Dynamic Equine Artist Ocala, Florida Website & places you can find my work online Website: www.sharoncrute.com Art of Horse Racing blog: scrute.blogspot.com Facebook: Sharon Crute Follow Sharon on twitter: @srcrute Tell us a little bit about you, what is your background and where do you come from? Born and raised in Rhode Island, […]
Horseplay
Running Horses in Motion
Image from Arston Collander There are few things more poetic and perfect than watching a horse run (especially when they are at liberty). Horses in Motion I probably say that every horse motion is my favorite, but really, I love watching a horse run the best. Often I hear people say they wish they could […]