What is a dull horse? A horse who does not adequately respond to the aids is a dull horse. But a more appropriate definition would be that a dull horse is a horse that does not ‘yield to pressure. Why is my horse’s coat dull? A rough or dull coat Read more…
Unfortunately, a lot of hair growth is determined by genetics (as in humans) so your Thoroughbred is probably never going to have a mane as thick as his Welsh pony counterpart. However, most horses can grow stronger and longer manes and tails with the right care. Can all horses grow Read more…
First of all, whales and dolphins do not descend from cows and horses. They are in the same order as even-toed ungulates, called Artiodactyla. What are whales closest ancestors? Scientists find missing link between the whale and its closest relative, the hippo. Is a seal more related to a whale Read more…
Legging your horse up will take a minimum of four weeks, and six weeks might be a better target to shoot for if you plan to compete in speed or jumping events. How long does it take to leg a horse up? You’ll start off with walking in hand, before Read more…
No, sea horses were given that name because their angular heads reminded someone of the head of a horse. There is a vague visual resemblance. They are both animals of Earth, but one is a large land mammal, and the other is a tiny, delicate, ocean-dwelling fish. Are seahorses related Read more…
Coverage. Vets and equine professionals agree that horses in stables need a good covering of at least 15 to 20 cms (6 to 8 inches) of bedding across the whole stable floor. This depth of bedding should be provided on all stable floors, including rubber matting. How much bedding should Read more…
Once the Mohicans acquired horses, girls and boys as young as five years old learned how to ride. What were men and women’s roles in the Mohican tribe? Mohican men were hunters and sometimes went to war to protect their families. What Indians were best with horses? After 1680 both Read more…
Light horses known as saddle horses include breeds that are often used for riding, racing, performances in horse shows, and hunting. What breed of horse is used for riding? Here are seven horse breeds that are often touted as ideal for novice riders… Morgan Horse. Friesian Horse. Icelandic Horse. American Read more…
Two main odor producers are manure and urine. One 1000-pound horse produces an average of 31 pounds of feces and 2.4 gallons of urine a day. Add to that soiled bedding and the results are more than fifty pounds of waste per stall that has the potential to cause a Read more…
A starting gate also called a starting barrier or starting stalls is a machine used to ensure a fair start to in horse racing and dog racing. Do they put weights on race horses? How are horses given weights? Race horses running in handicap or allowance races will be given Read more…