Today, Walt Disney World Resort is a horse lover’s paradise. You’ll see big, beautiful Percherons, Clydesdales and Belgians pulling the trolleys down Main Street, U.S.A. And you’ll find even more breeds at Tri-Circle D Ranch at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground. What breed is Merida’s horse? ShireAngus is the Read more…
Although a centaur, Chiron’s physical appearance often differs somewhat from other centaurs, demonstrating his status and heritage. What kind of horse is Chiron? The Centaur Chiron Chiron was a centaur of Greek mythology, meaning he was a half-man, half-horse figure; but Chiron was different to most of the other centaurs Read more…
Andalusian horse breed. Maximus’s appearance is based on the Andalusian horse breed. Is Maximus from Tangled a stallion? But if you’re never heard of it, or need a reason to give it a try for the first time, then you’re going to love the horse from Tangled – a handsome Read more…
While no pasture is perfect, try to find a relatively flat, fertile area to establish your pasture. Be mindful of trees or shrubs you decide to include in your pasture. Chokecherry, boxelder and red maple are a few of the common trees that have seeds, leaves or other plant parts Read more…
Pattern-specific scoliosis rehabilitation (PSSR) works to reduce the asymmetrical load caused by scoliosis. PSSR is effective in stabilizing Cobb angle, and can, in some cases, reduce Cobb angle in adolescents. Patients recommended for surgery may be candidates for conservative treatment. Can scoliosis curve be reduced? Cases larger than 25 degrees Read more…
Horses are still seen in use by organized armed fighters in developing countries. Many nations still maintain small units of mounted riders for patrol and reconnaissance, and military horse units are also used for ceremonial and educational purposes. Are war horses still used? Did you know that the U.S. Army Read more…
Horses can’t vomit because they have a strong lower esophageal sphincter that acts as a one-way valve, preventing food from coming up. Food and water pass through the sphincter and into the stomach, but the contents can’t travel in the reverse direction because of the valve’s strength. Can horses and Read more…
Cholecalciferol Poisoning in Horses Cholicalciferol (vitamin D3) is the active ingredient in many types of rat poison. A high dose of cholicalciferol will cause a destabilization of calcium in the body, leading to a condition of hypercalcemia, and eventually causing calcification of the tissues and organs of the body. How Read more…
Horses can’t vomit because they have a strong lower esophageal sphincter that acts as a one-way valve, preventing food from coming up. Food and water pass through the sphincter and into the stomach, but the contents can’t travel in the reverse direction because of the valve’s strength. What happens when Read more…
Heaves can affect a horse’s performance and reduce their quality of life. This condition is rarely fatal unless complications such as pneumonia develop. What to do if your horse has heaves? Horses with heaves need to be kept outside as much as possible. Removing round bales is imperative and steaming Read more…