‘Blackhorse’ is a corruption of Black House, a mansion that stood at the southern end of the road. Originally called Werdestrete and later Black House Lane, the road came into existence in Saxon times as a route from the common lands of Higham Hill to the nearest mills, at what Read more…
The guttural pouch is a structure found only in equine species. It is an outpouching of the Eustachian tube, the tube that connects the ears to the nose and mouth and helps to regulate air pressure. What is the function of the guttural pouch in horses? Recently, investigators determined that Read more…
A horsefly trap takes the form of a black ball that is heated by the sun and releases heat. The ball swings slowly back and forth in the wind and is taken for an animal by the horsefly, which tries to sting it. How does a horse fly trap work? Read more…
Race description The Kentucky Derby takes place annually at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, on the first Saturday in May, where it began in 1875. Participating horses run a distance of 1+1⁄4 miles (2.0 km), or 10 furlongs. The Derby is a Grade I event with a purse of $3,000,000 Read more…
The choice to skip the Preakness was made in the interest of rest and recovery for the horse, Dawson said. “Obviously, with our tremendous effort and win in the Derby it’s very, very tempting to alter our course & run in the Preakness at Pimlico, which would be a great Read more…
Female horseflies bite when they need blood to develop their eggs. They use saw-like mouthpieces to cut through the skin. The bite can be very painful. How does a horsefly bite? The males don’t make eggs, so they don’t need blood. The way that horseflies feed on blood can seem Read more…
More Great Brown Horse Names for Inspiration Nestle. Milky Way. Espresso. Tootsie Roll. Godiva. Amber. Peanut. Monkey. What is the name of a dark brown horse? In the Western disciplines you’ll commonly hear chestnuts called “sorrel,” with the term “chestnut” being reserved for the darker brown-red coats. Chestnut horses may Read more…
Boswellia is an excellent choice for providing soothing comfort for equine joints, digestive support and support of the respiratory system. Is Boswellia safe for horses? Is Boswellia safe and natural for horses? Boswellia is 100% natural and safe for consistent, long term use with no reported side effects. Which Boswellia Read more…
It’s starch free and low in sugar, so safe for laminitics. Speedi-Beet is extremely versatile. Feed it in small amounts to overweight horses as a carrier for a multivitamin and mineral supplement or in larger quantities to a poor doer for weight gain, or to a working horse for energy. Read more…
This special home-made treat is decorated with all the things horses and donkeys love to eat – including delicious crunchy carrots! Just remember; while our cakes are nutritious, they should only be given as occasional treats to ensure a healthy diet. Can horses eat birthday cake? And there’s no better Read more…