Horses often shake their heads while resting because of annoying biting insects. However, head tossing at rest could also be caused by overstimulation or anxiety. Finally, head tossing could be the result of a sensitivity to light that could be remedied by a variety of prescription medications if needed. What Read more…
Horseshoes apparently are a Roman invention; a mule’s loss of its shoe is mentioned by the Roman poet Catullus in the 1st century bc. The density and insensitivity of the hoof makes it feasible to attach shoes securely by nailing. Why did they invent horseshoes? Indeed, the invention of the Read more…
In the wild horses do not “bathe”. They will often roll in shallow water and mud to help with protection against insects but they don’t wash as we do. Horses have oils in their coats to keep them clean, healthy and their skin in good supple condition. How do horses Read more…
Horse meat is widely enjoyed in Venetian cuisine, the cuisine of Bologna, Sicily and Sardinia. You’ll find it air-dried, sliced, mixed into sausages, and many other ways. And they’re not alone. What animal meat is bologna? Meat: The main ingredient in bologna is ground meat, which could be any combination Read more…
The collagen is then dried, ground into a powder, and sifted to make gelatin. While it’s often rumored that jello is made from horse or cow hooves, this is incorrect. The hooves of these animals are primarily made up of keratin — a protein that can’t be made into gelatin. Read more…
Rice Krispie treats Cooked or puffed rice cereal is horse-safe, and melted marshmallows are easier on teeth then intact pillowy marshmallows. Can horses have Rice Krispies Treats? Horses can eat cooked marshmallow treats including roasted marshmallows. What is this? Always make sure that any cooked marshmallow treat like Rice Krispie Read more…
Marshmallows are not made from horse hooves since hooves do not produce gelatin in marshmallows. Marshmallows are considered non-vegetarian. Gelatin is derived from the ligaments, tendons, bones, hides, and skin of animals, primarily pigs and cows, which are boiled to extract a protein known as collagen. What products are made Read more…
The average lifespan of a horse is between 25 to 30 years, although it varies between breeds. It’s not uncommon for horses to live beyond 40 years of age and the oldest horse ever, Old Billy, lived to the age of 62. What is the best age to start riding Read more…
Irregular and sporadic exercise can lead to tying up and injuries. How often do horses need to be exercised? Horses need 20 minutes of movement every day so that’s a good initial goal and can be increased from there. More intense programs for competition conditioning can build up to two Read more…
They may look big and tough, but behind their large exterior, they have a heart of gold and enjoy an active and healthy outdoor lifestyle. Horses can make great companions and help encourage owners to spend more time in nature, away from everyday stresses. Can I have a horse and Read more…