Other than man, the horse’s only natural predator is the mountain lion which is also known by the name puma and cougar. Mountain lions don’t typically attack healthy adult horses and they generally avoid humans, however serious encounters have occurred. Will a lion attack a horse? Some lion mothers who Read more…
Many horses refuse to comply with treatment procedures and are unable to recover. There are numerous instances of racehorses thrashing about after surgery to repair a break resulting in a reinjury to their leg. When this happens, a horse must be euthanized. Do race horses get put down? Most horses Read more…
Horses will be walked in hand until they’re dry and no longer blowing (breathing heavily) from the exercise. This usually referred to as being ‘cooled out’ or ‘cooled down’. This activity brings down their heart rate and dries them off while giving them time to mentally unwind and relax. Why Read more…
The only true wild horse breed on the planet, the Przewalski’s Horse, is native to the central Asian steppes. Przewalski’s horses are a rare and endangered breed, with only about 2,000 animals left worldwide across zoos and nature reserves. How many horses are wild in the world? Strictly speaking, there Read more…
In short, we estimate that over 2,000 racehorses are killed in America every year. How many race horses end up in slaughter? According to the National Thoroughbred Racing Association, approximately 7,5000 thoroughbreds are slaughtered for human consumption each year. However, it’s not just horses in the racing industry facing this Read more…
Horse owners can make money in varying ways; breeding, racing, boarding, or buying and selling horses are examples. Racehorse owners make money if their horse runs well enough to receive a portion of the purse. However, it is most likely they will never make a profit. Can you make a Read more…
Leaning forwards is often caused by a lack of balance in the saddle. This can happen when you’re a beginner and haven’t yet developed an independent seat, and it can also happen when you don’t know where your own “neutral” point is. Here are some position fixes you can put Read more…
Horses with the same sire but different dams are simply said to be “by the same sire”, and no sibling relationship is implied. “Full” (or “own”) siblings have both the same dam and the same sire. The terms paternal half-sibling, and maternal half-sibling are also often used. Can you breed Read more…
Experience from the racing track A career on the racetrack is the perfect preparation for competition life; ex racehorses are used to crowds, loudspeakers, other horses, and the adrenaline rush of events. Are Thoroughbreds good eventers? Considered the fastest breed of horse, Thoroughbreds are well-known for their athleticism and excel Read more…
What is drifting, falling in, or falling out? People often use this term interchangeably. A horse might only fall in or out on one rein, or may do it all the time. Essentially, it refers to a horse who doesn’t travel straight. What Does drifting mean in horse racing? Drifting Read more…