Are Horses Man Made?

Horses are hoofed mammals that have lived with humans for thousands of years. Almost all of the horses alive today are domesticated and descend from extinct wild horses. Horses have roamed the planet for about 50 million years. Where did horses originally come from? Horses, the scientists conclude, were first Read more…

Are There True Wild Horses In The Us?

In 1971, when about 17,000 feral horses were left, the US Wild Free-Roaming Horse and Burro Act mandated the protection of these animals as a “national heritage species.” Herds are now increasing, with Nevada home to the largest population. Are there any truly wild horses in America? Isolated populations of Read more…

What Is The Only Wild Horse Left In The World?

Przewalski’s horses. Today they can only be found in reintroduction sites in Mongolia, China, and Kazakhstan. Przewalski’s horses are the only wild horses left in the world. What is the rarest wild horse breed? Przewalski’s horse (UK: /ˌpɜːrʒəˈvælskiz/, US: /-ˈvɑːl-/, Russian: [prʐɨˈvalʲskʲɪj], Polish: [pʂɛˈvalskʲi]) (Equus ferus przewalskii or Equus przewalskii), Read more…

Are Horses Dogs?

It’s a good thing to remember that horses are not dogs, because they do and can act very differently. It’s safer for everyone. So, for your consideration, here’s a list similarities and differences between horses and dogs. Are horses kind of like dogs? Main Similarities These two creatures do have Read more…

What Does A First Time Horse Owner Need?

First-time horse owners will need these basic items. Basics: Saddle, saddle pad, bridle, bit, helmet, halter, and lead rope. Grooming: Curry comb, stiff brush, soft brush, mane comb, hoof pick, and tote. First-Aid: Wound cleaner, healing ointment, towels, vet wrap, thermometer, and scissors. What you need as a new horse Read more…

Do Red Horses Exist?

Description: Chestnut horses have a red body color, red legs, and either red or white/flaxen mane and tail. Though there is be some diversity in the shade of red in different horses, red horses are generally the least diverse looking horse color. Most red horses look similar to other red Read more…