Bend-Or spots (also called Bend Or spots, smuts, or grease spots) are a type of spotted marking found on horses. They range in color from dark red to black. These random spots are most commonly seen on palominos, chestnuts, and darker horses, and may not appear until the horse is Read more…
forelock Add to list Share. The part of a horse’s mane that falls across the front of its face like bangs is called a forelock. What is the thing on a horse’s face called? Muzzle: The part of the head that comes out of a horse’s face including the jaw, Read more…
laminitis. Hardening of the ‘crest’ coincides with not only spring and autumn growth spurts but also potassium and nitrogen spikes in autumn and winter grasses. It coincides with early signs of laminitis which are ‘stiffening’ of gait and being ‘footy’. What does a crusty neck mean on a horse? An Read more…
After four years old, the dark hairs will begin to lighten. After six years old, most dapple grey horses’ coats will transpose almost completely white. However, in rare cases, older horses have been known to retain some of their dapples or even have some dappling reappear. Can a gray horse Read more…
The most common black and white horse breeds are the Gypsy Vanner, black, Appaloosa, Knabstrupper, and black. These horses usually have the coat patterns spotted, piebald, tobiano, overo, or paint. From the show ring to trail riding, this sophisticated color combination stands out. What is it called when a horse Read more…
The Appaloosa is an American horse breed best known for its colorful spotted coat pattern. What do you call a patchy horse? A spotty or dotted horse is typically referred to as an Appaloosa (“apple-ooo-sa”). This breed can have spots all over its body or a blanket pattern on its Read more…
It teaches a child to put the needs of the horse and therefore others before their own and develops compassion and empathy. They will learn the importance of discipline, respect and a range of additional skills in a caring and nurturing way. What is the benefits of horse riding? A Read more…
Not all horses acquire a swayback with time, however. Some are born with this deformity. Also called lordosis, swayback does not necessarily preclude affected horses from being ridden, though saddle fit can sometimes be incredibly difficult, if not impossible. What causes a horse to be sway back? Swayback is caused Read more…
Routine icing or cold-hosing of your horse’s legs after strenuous exercise can help minimize the slight inflammation that naturally occurs following hard work. Why do they put ice on horses legs? Typically, veterinarians ice legs because there is acute injury, so in the first 24 to 48 hours; to help Read more…
Cold hosing is felt to draw the heat out of the tissues, reduce excess blood flow, reduce swelling and bleeding, and temporarily relieve pain. Because the running water is gently massaging the area at a constant temperature, it won’t be warmed up by the body as cold or ice packs Read more…