Horses, like other mammals, have only one heart. However, the frog in each hoof acts like a pump to push blood back up the leg with each step a horse takes. The frog also acts as a shock absorber. Is there heart in horse? The size of a horse’s heart Read more…
The name was derived from the belief that when a horse lost its shoe, the horse’s owner would stop at the inn to re-shoe his horse and thus when they came, the horse only had three shoes. The pub itself has had many landlords over the years but was kept Read more…
Some horses will exhibit several common behaviours when suffering colic, whereas others will show no outward sign at all. The most common signs of colic include: Pawing at the ground. What does it mean when a horse stomps the ground? Horses stomp to indicate irritation. Usually, it’s something minor, such Read more…
Hoof glue is a form of animal glue made by boiling down the hooves of ungulates into partially hydrolyzed keratin. It is not to be confused with hide glue. Are horse hooves still used in glue? Some companies, such as those in Canada, still produce animal, hide and hoof glues Read more…
every 4 to 6 weeks. Horses need new shoes every 4 to 6 weeks. What animal regularly wears shoes and needs help putting them on? It’s a horse, of course! Horses need their hooves trimmed and horseshoes placed regularly, a procedure referred to as “shoeing” a horse. What happens if Read more…
Hooves and long legs help horses run farther and faster on the open prairie, helping them flee from predators and find fresh grass for grazing. Why did horses evolve to have longer legs? Palaeobiologists from the University of Bristol and Howard University (USA) have uncovered new evidence that suggests that Read more…
Spoiler alert: horses are herbivores! Their entire digestive system is designed to process plant matter. Horses, as a species, do not eat meat. While there have been many cases of horses eating animals and animal products, it is NOT the norm. What animals do horses eat? Horses are herbivores but Read more…
If you’re worried your horse isn’t a big drinker, tips to encourage him to drink include adding apple juice or sugar beet water to his bucket, or using a product such as Horse Quencher – a natural supplement that can tempt fussy horses to take a sip. Can horses drink Read more…
Not only is it okay, it is actually a good idea! Keeping chickens along with horses is a time honored tradition that certainly can be manageable, and even beneficial – here’s why: Chickens are opportunists. When a pellet or kernel falls, they’ll be there to pick it up. Can chickens Read more…
When a horse goes lame, you can’t ride them. Riding a lame horse can injure it further and will almost certainly cause pain. Should you exercise a lame horse? With almost any injury, controlled exercise is a crucial component of a successful recovery. Hand walking, or even walking under saddle, Read more…