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It’s another Monday morning and once again time to learn something new, like which plants your horse can’t eat. Today, we’ll be looking at the Cherry Laurel which isn’t the kind of cherry tree which bears edible fruit.
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Horse Breeds From Egypt
It’s Friday, time to visit another country of the world and all of the fascinating horse breeds it has given rise to. Looking at each breed in the context of their origins is truly an interesting ride. Today a look at the breeds from Egypt.
Chariots of Fire
Horses have been an integral part of Egyptian civilization for thousands of years. The chariot a tool that gave them military might and control over neighboring nations for centuries. Although these animals have contributed so much the resulting modern breeds are strangely polarized. From the mongrel that is the Baladi Horse horse to the fine strains of Egyptian Arabian.
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Apassionata
Todays video falls under the ‘amazing find’ category & I’m so excited to be able to share it. It’s a full length video version of the Apassionata show.
Horse Sensation
This show tours all over Europe & the UK and shares the magical world of horses. Using a variety of breeds and types…even donkeys. Generally I’m not a big fan of circus type animals on show, but I’m hoping this is a little different…I mean, look at their animals, they are magnificent!
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The Horses of Adam Frans van der Meulen
Adam Frans van der Meulen was a Flemish Baroque painter during the 17th century and was perhaps most well known for his battle scenes.
Equine Focus
Frans van der Meulen’s art focused on horses in landscapes and because of this he was quickly recommended for (and given the job of) battle painter for Louis XIV of France. Although I can’t say I’m a huge fan of his art, I can appreciate the level of detail involved in each of his subjects and the stout bodied, flowing maned mounts of his calvary units.
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The Man From Snowy River
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Charlock – Toxic Plant of the Week
It’s Monday morning again and time to learn about another plant your horse shouldn’t eat. Today, we’ll be looking at an incredibly common yet wildly pretty plant, Charlock.
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Horse Breeds From Denmark
It’s time to visit another country of the world and all of the majestic horse breeds it has given rise to. Looking at each breed in the context of their origins is an interesting ride indeed. Today a look at the breeds from Denmark.
Some Old Papers
When it comes to horse breeding, the Danish are meticulous and it’s clear the equine world actually learned a thing or two from them. The handsome Frederiksborg breed is the oldest pedigreed domestic animal in the world and was traditionally used as a royal riding mount.
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Snow Polo
Honestly I didn’t even know this sport existed, but I guess cold countries want to play polo too. Polo in general is a part of the equine industry that I know next to nothing about.
Good or Bad?
While it looks like it could be great fun, (on grass or snow) this is a game that also seems like it’s incredibly hard on the animal. As I spend more time writing about animals I’m coming to believe that using them as professional athletes isn’t very fair to them.
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Jockey World – New Site and Online Academy
The racing scene has a newcomer on the track as Jockey World made its debut on the web this summer. Created by retired jockey Frank Lovato Jr., the site offers info & resources to those interested in a career (or just interested) in the racing industry.
Subscription Benefits
This is essentially a social network. You do have to subscribe to have access to most of the information, but it doesn’t require much beyond an email address & a name. Subscribing allows you to meet and mingle with industry experts, including jockeys, exercise riders, trainers – all willing to share their knowledge & experience.
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Chestnut Horse Breeds
Chestnut coloring can be found in almost every horse breed on the planet and some cultures regard this color to be the strongest and fittest of them all.
Basic Chestnut
Although we can’t testify to the truth of the legend above, there are some breeds who are prized for fiery red coats. Chestnut is one of the base colors and perhaps the most common of all horse colors. Unlike the black and grey breeds, many of the chestnut breeds weren’t created by natural selection, they were created by mankind through selective breeding.
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Where the Brumbies Come to Water
Today’s horse poetry is another sad one written in 1898 by William Ogilvie, a Scottish narrative poet and horse lover.
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Wild Horses in Winds of Change – Review
This handy review is curtesy of Carol M. Upton, who works with a number of amazing animal authors & media artists.
“How can they be other than legend, nature at her most eloquent? They speak of our most cherished longing. They speak of freedom.” ~ Mara LeGrand
Majesty in Motion
The opening scenes of Wild Horses in Winds of Change take us on an unforgettable journey into the souls of mustangs, portraying their freedom, sensitivity and delightful family units. It is a trail interwoven with our own freedom. This award-winning documentary stimulates awareness, offers fresh understanding of the wild horse crisis, and is a film for all who care about our planet’s fate.
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