Horses hold a significant place in human civilization, with their domestication dating back to 5,500 years ago in Kazakhstan. Originally kept for milk and riding, they revolutionized the way we lived and propelled human progress. Their … Read more
Horses come in many shapes and sizes, but few are as majestic or have the same irresistible presence as the Friesian. With an unmistakable black coat and a flowing mane, this horse is as impressive … Read more
Equine sleeping patterns differ from those of other animals and humans. Unlike human sleep, which is a single stretch of about eight hours a day, horses take shorter naps. Such periods include short day lie-downs … Read more
Did you have your first horse riding lesson and now feel like you want to drop everything your doing and become a full-time cowboy or cowgirl? After my first lesson, I felt the same way, … Read more
Asking whether a horse is smart is sort of a non-sensical question. However, I believe we each have a slightly different perception of what being intelligent means, so we should probably begin our discussion by … Read more
If you’re a horse person – or perhaps even if you aren’t – encountering horses in dreams could be quite a common occurrence. But what does this mean? And how can we interpret these dreams? … Read more
Legend has it that horses were practical in the process of glue-making, particularly older equines. People needed a sticky substance to make glue, so they had to find it in nature. When it dawned to … Read more
Zebras, tigers, giraffes, and leopards are some of the most recognizable animals on the planet. Which is ironic in a sense, because those beautiful body patterns are intended to camouflage the creature! But pretty prints … Read more
When calculating how old your horse is, there are many factors to take care of. For instance, the horse size, genetics, health, and how well you take care of it will significantly affect the aging … Read more
Horses are magnificent creatures, and seeing a galloping horse jump over a fence is a sight that rarely leaves anyone indifferent. Still, horse jumping is a superior skill that requires intense training for both rider … Read more