It’s not easy to think about nor is it easy to accept, but horse death and horses dying are just the natural way of things. Even though horses can live for a long time (25 to 33 years on average) the truth is that we’ll end up outliving them in most cases. This means we…
The most common term to call a group of horses is well-known in the equestrian world. Do you know it, though? Today I’m going to walk you through the most common terms used to describe different groups of horses. Some of them might be incredibly familiar to you, while others might surprise you. First things…
Not everyone likes puns and animal-related puns might be even less popular, but some of them are rather clever and deserve some recognition at least. I personally like puns that put my mind to work, whether we’re talking about horse puns or regular ones. Horses are so popular and widespread around the globe that they…
Can horses vomit? This is definitely one of the more disagreeable topics out there, but I think it deserved to be covered nonetheless. Most domestic animals that live around us nowadays are able to throw up their stomach contents. Whether they do it to eliminate something harmful they ate or simply because they’re sick, the…
Taking care of a horse on a limited budget might seem daunting, or even impossible in some cases. That’s because we all know how much time and effort it takes to care for a horse, to say nothing of the financials involved. Horses are expensive to buy and expensive to keep, but monthly and annual…
While horses are not the only equines in the world, certain aspects make them unique among their peers. In my experience, I’ve come across several unique and interesting traits that are exclusive to horses, and I wanted to share some of them with you today. The most unique and interesting characteristics of horses include their…
I’ve said it plenty of times: caring for a horse requires work and know-how. Apart from making sure our horses have shelter, food, and water, we need to keep an eye on their overall health, fitness, and body condition. As far as having a normal weight goes, some horses can be incredibly difficult keepers. Some…
Horseback riding with dogs might seem like a no-brainer, but there are some things that you need to consider before you attempt it. If you’ve read my previous article about how horses get along with other animals, then you already know that horses and dogs make great companions. In order to ensure the safety of…
Horse riding boots or equestrian boots represent a very important part of your equestrian gear setup, mainly because they help improve your own safety as well as your horse’s well-being. There are many different types of riding boots out there, in different designs and made out of different materials. The important thing is to buy…