A reining horse could jump, and might even have really nice form over fences, but he’ll have a hard time competing against a tall, lanky hunter with a natural 12′ stride. What is the highest fence a horse can jump? 2.47 metresWorld records The world record for the highest obstacle Read more…
It’s perfectly normal for all horses to shake their heads at some time or another. Thankfully, in general it’s just a defence mechanism aimed at agitating and dislodge any pesky flies. So, if you see your horse shaking his head when there are flies about, they are probably the culprit. Read more…
Like any companion animal, horses require care. Horses, however, need a lot more care than dogs, cats or goldfish. If you’ve always wanted a horse, it’s important to understand both the financial and time commitment required for horse ownership. Can a horse be happy living alone? Some horses thrive living Read more…
Bottom line: You CAN learn to ride a horse at any age, provided you have the physical fitness and mental acuity to develop the necessary skills and do so safely. Fortunately, there are equestrians enthusiastically trotting along at all levels of skill and at all ages to inspire you. What Read more…
There are no records of its breed, but it clearly came from a line of horses that was bred over many generations to be massive and strong. Such breeds are known as draft horses because they are especially fit to draw or pull heavy loads. Which horse breed is muscular? Read more…
Barbaro (April 29, 2003 – January 29, 2007) was a champion American Thoroughbred racehorse who won the 2006 Kentucky Derby but shattered his leg two weeks later in the Preakness Stakes which ended his racing career and eventually led to the need to euthanize him. Why did Ruffian break her Read more…
Horse breeds with long hair include the Gypsy Vanner, Friesian, Friesian, Shire, and Dales Pony. These horse breeds all have long manes, featured hooves, and fluffy coats in winter. Most breeds boasting feathers are either cold-blooded Friesian or ponies. What are the big horses with fluffy feet? Clydesdale horses are Read more…
While it’s said that most horses are nervous of the strange movements snakes make, a lot of horses have shown to be more curious than afraid. It is true, however, that your horse may outrun you if he is as scared of it as you! Why do horses get spooked Read more…
A half-century is even a long time for light horse breeds. He noted that he has seen Belgians live into their mid-20s, but notes that the majority of draft horses live to be 18 or 19. Like large breed dogs, draft horses have shorter life expectancies than their smaller breed Read more…
Loud, Sudden Noises Frighten Horses Loud, sudden noises can be frightening to horses as they may be a sign of potential danger. Horses may spook at loud sounds if they don’t know what is causing them. Anything from the sound of fireworks going off to a bag of chips opening Read more…