Morgan horses are excellent family horses, especially for beginning riders. They are known for being highly cooperative and eager to please, and they generally love to socialize with their human family members. What is the most kid friendly horse? Best Read more…
5-7 years. Most riders begin jumping before a horse is fully grown (5-7 years). With proper judgement, fitness, and horsemanship, schooling younger horses over starter fences is acceptable. New to the sport? Check out our 26-Page Horse Rookie’s Guide to Read more…
Their field of vision is wider than ours. Baby horses, just like baby people, explore their world with their mouth. Biting is a part of that testing out their environment. Some babies even like the reaction they get when they Read more…
The average age at which Thoroughbred horses commence racing is three years, but in Australia, some horses start their racing careers as two-year-olds. At what age are Thoroughbreds fastest? between 4 and 5 years oldThe running performance of Thoroughbred racehorses Read more…
The naturally long, full tails of these horses were at risk of becoming caught and tangled in the machinery or harness, which could result in pain and even permanent injury. People began docking the horse’s tail to avoid this risk, Read more…
Some people whose who own this breed enjoy showing them at hundreds of draft horse shows throughout the United States and Canada. Percherons can also be ridden, and some have been known to make fine jumpers. Can Percherons be jumpers? Read more…
Federal law requires all Tennessee walking horses and Racking Horses entered in exhibitions, shows, auctions or sales be inspected for soring prior to entering the ring. Any horse who receives first place in a show or exhibition must also be Read more…
The three most popular bits for gaited and walking horses are the snaffle, curb, and gag bit. What is the best bit to use for trail riding? 5 Best Horse Bits for Trail Riding Success Mullen Training Bit. Full-Cheek French Read more…
The average Walking Horse is 15 to 16 hands tall and weighs 500 to 600 kg. How much does an average Tennessee Walking Horse Weigh? 1,000 poundsTennessee walking horses average 15.2 hands (157 cm, or 62 inches) in height and Read more…
Commonly referred to as the horse America made, the Saddlebred originated in Kentucky and remains a highly popular breed today. Known for their friendly, calm temperaments and sculpted, sloping necks, Saddlebreds are popular for both riding and driving, and they Read more…