Overgrown hooves in horses represent a serious condition that can lead to discomfort and other health issues such as lameness. In this article, I plan to dive deep into the subject and explain the root causes of overgrown hooves so that you might get a better understanding of how to treat them and what are…
When it comes to equestrian sports, some of the most popular ones include dressage, show jumping, and hunter trials. I’ve written about each of these at length in my article about horse sports and events, but today I wanted to talk about a unique and interesting equestrian activity named horseball, otherwise known as horse Quidditch….
Native Americans have a rich and interesting history, particularly when it comes to the tight bond they had with their horses. Apart from riding them in battle, Native Americans also relied heavily on their horses for day-to-day tasks and survival. Today, we’re going to have a look at some incredible Native American horse names, all…
While female horses might look identical to males at a glance, they’re different when it comes to personalities and even physical prowess in some cases. Female horse names are abundant if you know where to look, but if you want a horse name that really stands out for your mare or filly, keep reading and…
Horses are fast, we all know this, but some of them are undoubtedly faster than others. Some horse breeds such as the Thoroughbred or the Quarter Horse are specifically bred for endurance and speed respectively. If your horse is particularly quick, even if it doesn’t belong to a breed that’s known for its speed, you’ll…
The Pegasus is perhaps one of the most unique and beautiful incarnations of a horse. One of my earliest “encounters” with such a beautiful being was in the old video game Disney’s Hercules. Granted, the Pegasus is a recurring theme in numerous movies, children’s cartoons, and games. While winged horses don’t exist in reality and…
Find a Horse Rescue in your own state. While I originally put this blog together as an attempt to help equestrians form a better bond with their horses, I realized that I shouldn’t only strive to help people out, but also the horses themselves. Historically, we’re probably treating our horses much better than we ever…
I had a really bad craving for sweets the other day, and I do love a good cake from time to time. But since horses are also such a big part of my life, I figured I’d make a list of some of the most awesome horse cakes I’ve ever come across. However, to make…
I don’t know if you noticed but I started to look into some of the lesser-known horse breeds out there, particularly those from Eastern Europe. After I learned and shared everything I could about the Romanian Sporthorse, I figured it was time to have a look at another exceptional horse breed from Eastern Europe: Furioso…