Fun Horse Facts! A horse trailer or ‘horse box’ was invented in England in 1836 by Lord George Bentinck. Pulled by six horses it was invented to get his race horses from one track to the next. Who invented the horse transport? The practice dates back to Ancient Greece—with the Read more…
The first public bus system was introduced in Nantes, France, by Stanislas Baudry in 1826. These omnibuses (from the latin meaning, ‘for all’) were horse-drawn carriages that could carry up to 16 passengers. The public response was enthusiastic, and the idea quickly caught on. When was the horse bus invented? Read more…
“Give it a go and your horse will soon learn to stand still for the hose.” With your horse wearing a halter and long lead rope, stand at a safe distance facing his shoulder. Apply the hose to his shoulder – a bit of spray, not a direct stream. Once Read more…
If you notice the whites of your horse’s eyes showing, this indicates extreme fear and stress. Known as “whale eye,” this horse behavior should not be overlooked. Consider approaching your horse cautiously and move her away from any stimuli that could be causing her fear or stress. What does it Read more…
Showing their upper teeth Horses will raise their noses in the air and curl their upper lip towards the sky, revealing their upper teeth. The result is they look like they are having a good laugh. Actually, what they are doing is called a Flehmen response. Why does a horse Read more…
On arrival at the new barn, put him into his stall with some hay and water (a small paddock if he will be at pasture) and let him get used to the sights, sounds and smells for a few hours. Once he has settled down you can take him out Read more…
A position on the bit is submissive to the rider’s rein aids, given through the bit. When a horse is behind the bit, the head is tucked too far down and rearward. If above the bit, then the head is too high. Why is my horse behind the bit? Horses Read more…
Small amounts of water should be provided to re-hydrate the horse. Electrolytes may also be given orally. In severe cases, intravenous fluid therapy is necessary to treat dehydration, electrolyte loss and shock. Remember that signs of heat stroke may range from mild to severe and life-threatening. Can a horse recover Read more…
D., a researcher in animal welfare from the University of California, Davis, horses do seek out shade; however, they simply have different behaviors and physiologies than humans that could make shade a comfort resource rather than an absolute care requirement. Can a horse be in the sun all day? Although Read more…
A big, strong and stylised snake (up to 170 cm long). The head stands out from the rest of the body due to its flattened and pointy shape. How big is a horse snake? Adults of H. hippocrepis may attain a total length (including tail) of 1.5 m (5 feet). Read more…