The wild horses escape the mosquitoes and flies of the marsh by spending time on the beach. Assateague’s wild horses are well known, even to many people who have never been to the island. What beach has the most wild horses? Assateague Island National Seashore is located close to Chincoteague Read more…
Motion sickness in general is caused by a conflict between visual information and the organs of balance, and occurs to a greater or lesser degree in all the higher vertebrates. Some animals, including rats and horses, are unable to vomit but will feel the nausea and distress of seasickness nonetheless. Read more…
Bad Prior Experience: Some horses may have had a bad experience in water, therefore see water as scary and negative. They simply don’t like getting wet! Just like other particular animals, they just don’t like getting wet, it’s as simple as that. Do horses like to be in water? The Read more…
Rules of the road and advice for horse riders When you are leading a horse, you should walk on the left-hand side of the road and position yourself between your horse and passing vehicles. This helps prevent the horse from interfering with traffic. What side do you approach a horse Read more…
Many horses enjoy playing in their water bucket or trough, splashing with their lips and muzzle. But horses that are ill from a variety of causes will also immerse their muzzle in their water source, and splash incessantly, sometimes for hours. Do horses like walking in the ocean? Horses are Read more…
Many horses compete at the highest level of dressage and are not treated cruelly. However, some dressage competitions and training are cruel. Harmful conditions arise through forceful and rapid training methods. But, training practiced with patience and care is beneficial for you and your horse. Do horses suffer from being Read more…
“In riding a horse, we borrow freedom.” What are some good horse quotes? 20 Horse Quotes Horse sense is the thing a horse has which keeps it from betting on people. I’ve often said there is nothing better for the inside of the man, than the outside of the horse. Read more…
It is possible for mares to stop stage one labor if they sense a threat (or if they just want some privacy!), and they can hold off for hours, or even days. Can horses delay birth? Observers have noted that 75 percent to 85 percent of foals are born between Read more…
Horse riding in pregnancy should be done with caution A woman who rides regularly should be monitored closely for any signs of the placenta separating from the uterus – a condition known as placental abruption which can result in miscarriage or premature labour. Can you horse ride in early pregnancy? Read more…
Your horse might get really mad! If he is used to controlling you and moving your feet he will have a very strong reaction. He will probably act out by rearing and kicking out. This is normal temper tantrum horse behavior when they are used to getting their way and Read more…