The Welsh Cob is actually a pony breed despite having no maximum height in its breed standard and has existed for centuries in Wales. The original Welsh Mountain Pony is believed to have evolved from the Celtic pony of prehistoric times. What is a Welsh Cob used for? Historically, they Read more…
A corncob, also called cob of corn or corn on the cob, is the central core of an ear of corn (also known as maize). It is the part of the ear on which the kernels grow. The ear is also considered a “cob” or “pole” but it is not Read more…
The difference between a cob bridle and a full size bridle is the cob bridle is a smaller size for a smaller horse. Generally, there are five bridles sizes – small pony, pony, cob, full-size or horse and oversize. It’s important to have a bridle and a bit that fit Read more…
The most common colour of the Gypsy Cob is the traditional black & white Piebald, however they come in all colours and patterns from skewbald, spotted, solid colour to bays, chestnuts, silver dapple, palomino and even the more rarer champagne, pearl, cream and dun colouring/dilutions. What colors do Gypsy horses Read more…
Tinker horses are also known as Irish Cob, Irish Tinker horses or as Gypsy Cob horses in the USA. They originate from Ireland and the UK. There they were used as draught and working horses by tinkers. What is considered a cob horse? In general terms, cobs are larger than Read more…
Gypsy Vanner horses on average cost between $10,000 to $40,000. Due to their rarity in North America, Gypsy Vanners are more expensive than most horse breeds. The price of highly trained show horses and top breeding stallions can be between $45,000 to $60,000, or more. What is the difference between Read more…
The chief of the boat (COB) is an enlisted sailor on board a U.S. Navy submarine who serves as the senior enlisted advisor to both the Commanding Officer (CO) and Executive Officer (XO). What does COB mean in army? Chief, National Guard Bureau. CO/Co. Commanding officer/company. COB. Close of business. Read more…
The chief of the boat, or COB, is an enlisted Sailor who serves as the senior enlisted advisor to the commanding officer and executive officer of a U.S. Navy submarine. What does Cobb stand for in the Navy? The chief of the boat (COB) is an enlisted sailor on board Read more…
Cob size fits cobs, or ponies from 14-15hh and Full (sometimes called ‘Horse’ size) fits horses over 15hh. Some horses also have larger heads, some smaller than other horses of the same height so consider your horse’s breed and build when selecting a bridle. How do I know if my Read more…
round loaf. A cob is a small, round loaf of bread, or a small, round bread roll. What does a cob look like? With stout legs and sturdy builds, cob horses resemble large ponies and often include breeds like the Welsh Cob, draft crosses, and some types of Arabian and Read more…