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The Horses of Nils Kreuger
Nils Kreuger was a Swedish artist during the late 19th and early 20th century. He spent much of his artistic career in Paris where he immersed himself in the plein air style of painting. Love of the Outdoors Painting outdoors had to provide a sense of liberation and Kreuger indulged his painting urge whenever he […]
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The Hooves of Horses
Today’s horse poetry is by Will H. Ogilvie, a Scottish narrative poet and horse lover. I’m not sure what it’s called or when he wrote it, but he lived from 1869-1963.
Horse Basics
Branching Ivy – Toxic Plant of the Week
It’s the start of another week and time to learn something new about your horse, like the name of another plant your horse can’t eat. Today a look at the incredibly common and unbelievably fast spreading Branching Ivy
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Horse Breeds From Belarus
I’ve been enjoying my theoretical trip around the world to share the horse breeds of each country. I’ve researched a HUGE list of horse breeds and it’s interesting to look at each one in the context of their origins. Today we take a look at the breeds of Belarus. Interesting Fact There have been horses […]
Videos with Horses
How to Make Balloon Horses
Who doesn’t love a good balloon animal from time to time? Whether you want to make them for your horse crazed daughter’s birthday party or simply to amuse your horse pals, this is a fun trick to know. Harder Than it Looks I haven’t tried it yet, but I’m willing to bet it’s more difficult […]
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The Horses of Arturo Michelena
Arturo Michelena was a Venezuelan artist during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born to an artistic family, he began painting at an early age under the guidance of his father. Venezuelan Hero As a young man he helped his father to open an academy of art in his home town of Valencia. However […]
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Bedouin Horse Legend
Today’s dose of horse poetry is a Bedouin Legend dedicated to the creature around which their nomad lives still revolve.
Horse Basics
Bracken Fern – Toxic Plant of the Week
It’s the first work day of a brand new week and I’ve got something to help keep your mind off the work already. It’s time to meet another plant horses can’t eat. Today we’ll take a closer look at the seemingly innocent & strangely lovely Bracken Fern
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Horse Breeds From Azerbaijan
I’ve been enjoying my theoretical trip around the world to visit the horse breeds of each country. I’ve researched over 600 breeds of horse and it’s interesting to look at each one in the context of their origins. Today we take a look at the breeds of Azerbaijan. Interesting Fact The climate of Azerbaijan is […]
Videos with Horses
Lyme Disease Symptoms in Horses
As the summer starts to heat up and grass grows taller, ticks start to become a problem. Not just for your and your horse, but for all of your furry friends. Nasty Buggers Lyme disease is just one of the yucks that ticks spread, but it’s a serious one so it’s important to be aware […]
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The Horses of Jean-Léon Gérôme
Jean-Léon Gérôme was a French artist in the Academicism style during the late 19th century. This style of painting was produced under the influence of academies or universities. Not Really About Horses Gérôme’s work is incredibly detailed, and his mastery of capturing the equine animal is quite amazing considering they weren’t his actual subject. Part […]
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The Undertaker’s Horse
Today’s horse poem entitled The Undertaker’s Horse by Rudyard Kipling. I’m not sure what year he wrote it, but he lived from 1865-1936.