Horses are considered symbols of the attainment of wealth and high rank. Historically, they’ve been seen as steady, trusted companions that have allowed humans to succeed in both agriculture and battle. In many ancient cultures, horses were gifted to emperors and kings because they are symbols of triumph and success. Read more…
One of the best ways to keep your horse happy when he has to live alone is to provide him with a companion animal. Goats are very popular as companion animals for horses. Sometimes horse owners use sheep, cats, and pigs, and even miniature horses to ensure that a solitary Read more…
The world is full of wonderful horses, and the Quarter Horse, Morgan, and Appaloosa are just three examples of traditionally calm breeds that let you focus on why you started riding in the first place—for fun! What is a calm horse? In general, Quarter Horses are calm, with great temperaments. Read more…
Horses that are unhappy often have tense nostrils that appear very thin. If his nostrils are relaxed, it is a sign your horse is happy and content. Another sign of happiness is a relaxed tail. If the tail is constantly moving back and forwards, it may signify that your horse Read more…
In short, it doesn’t matter. There are three different colors of horse, that’s the only thing that matters. When you choose one you receive a skin for a mount. All are called Phobos, so all have the same name. Does it matter which horse you pick in Assassin’s Creed Odyssey? Read more…
Feeding, cleaning, grooming, and maintenance chores are all part of the day-to-day care of horses. It is also good to be aware of less frequent tasks like dental and hoof care, as well as more seasonal jobs like pasture management and deworming. What are the basic needs of a horse? Read more…
Because horses can not stay off their feet for long periods, broken bones do not have a chance to heal, and so often sadly the kindest way to help a horse with a broken limb is to put it down. Why can’t horses recover from a broken leg? Unlike humans, Read more…
Horses were commonly shot after breaking their legs because they had a small chance of successful recovery. Even today, horses are often euthanized after a leg break. What happens to horses when they break a leg? Such cases are likely to be euthanized, particularly if the blood supply to the Read more…
7 Ways to Keep Your Horse Happy Horses Enjoy Routine. Horses don’t just enjoy routine, they thrive on it. Horses are Social Animals. Horses are herd animals by nature and so they enjoy socialising. Horses Need a Day Off. Grooming Your Horse. Visit Your Horse Regularly. Make Use of the Read more…
Type B hearts. Type A/Type B hearts A horse’s heart has four chambers, just as all mammals do — two ventricles and two atria– but unlike other mammals, horses have what are called Type B hearts. Does a horse have a 4 chambered heart? The equine heart is comprised of Read more…