Evolving from multiple digits all the way to one is unusual; horses are the only living single-toed animal. Even though they have one digit on which they stand, they can complete many athletic endeavors, including running, jumping and endurance riding, among others. Read more at HorseTalk. Why do horses only Read more…
Each horse is issued with a unique 15-digit unique equine life number (UELN). What should I look for in a horse passport? The more detailed the passport is, the better. A good passport will show the horse’s breeding, its full date of birth, its markings, its vaccination history, its medical Read more…
Yes. You can get a DUI for operating any of the following non-motorized vehicles: Horses. Horse-drawn carriages. Is it illegal to ride a horse drunk in the US? Riding a horse while drunk is not against the law in most states. However, in Kentucky, Florida, and even California, you can Read more…
For more than nine centuries, no other horses have been allowed into Iceland, and today the country has only one, exclusive breed of horse. Ergo, the Icelandic Horse is one of the purest in the world. Being an exclusive breed, the Icelandic Horse has many unique qualities. What is the Read more…
Molasses supplies horses with digestible energy because it is composed almost entirely of sucrose, glucose, and fructose, sugars that are readily absorbed from the digestive tract. The amount of molasses in a typical helping of a textured feed cannot, however, induce hyperactivity. What food makes horses hyper? Feed ingredients such Read more…
First and foremost, it is important to note that horses are not considered vehicles in Texas. This means that you are not subject to the same rules and regulations as if you were driving a car or motorcycle. Can I use a horse instead of a car in Texas? Surprisingly, Read more…
Horse tripping is the intentional roping or lassoing of the legs of an equine, followed by the intentional causing of the equine to trip or fall. Horse Tripping for entertainment can come in two forms. The most common form is part of a Mexican Rodeo, or charreada (or charrería). Is Read more…
“Anything like a horse and buggy or even riding a horse, things like that, you can’t be prosecuted for DWI.” Under Missouri law, a person commits the offense of driving while intoxicated “if he or she operates a vehicle while in an intoxicated condition.” Can you be charged drunk on Read more…
If an officer believes you are clearly intoxicated while riding a horse, there are a number of charges they could file against you. The most obvious charge would be public intoxication. Is it illegal to ride a horse drunk in the US? Riding a horse while drunk is not against Read more…
Equestrian Licensing You don’t need a license to ride a horse, but you may need one if you want to do other things like drive a buggy in specific areas, guide other people on a trail ride, or pick up passengers in a carriage. Can you ride horses on streets Read more…