Children around 5 to 7 years old typically are more successful riding smaller breeds, such as Shetland and Welsh ponies, whereas most 11- and 12-year-olds can handle the larger breeds, like Conamara and POA ponies. What is the best horse Read more…
All modern Thoroughbreds trace back to three stallions imported into England from the Middle East in the late 17th and early 18th centuries: the Byerley Turk (1680s), the Darley Arabian (1704), and the Godolphin Arabian (1729). What breeds make up Read more…
In general, healthy horses gain the weight they lost in four months, and you should see noticeable signs of weight gain within 90 days. However, some may take considerably longer to restore their lost weight, depending on the length of Read more…
Horses cannot be potty trained in the same sense that a dog can be potty trained. Can you train a horse to poop outside? If you live with your horses and can clear/move the manure more than once per day, Read more…
The Thoroughbred originated in Great Britain and its genetic origin is Arabian. The “foundation” stallions of the breed were: the Byerly Turk, the Darley Arabian and the Godolphin Arabian. What are Thoroughbreds descended from? All modern Thoroughbreds trace back to Read more…
Are all racehorse males? Racehorses can be either male or female. Mares (female horses) compete against their male counterparts and often win. What are female thoroughbreds called? Male horses – known as stallions, geldings or colts depending on whether their Read more…
They can pack up to 300 pounds or be used for light harness and combined driving, western and trail riding, endurance riding, dressage, jumping, vaulting and therapeutic riding. Are Haflinger horses strong? Haflinger Size Haflingers are compact horses ranging between Read more…
Some breeds of horses tend to be more susceptible to this such as thoroughbreds. You will notice if your horses get hot easily after light work or still sweats on a reasonably pleasant day. Why does my Thoroughbred sweat so Read more…
Their heart, work ethic, and people-oriented nature makes them excellent all-round riding horses, although they can be energetic and forward-going, so are not ideal novice rides (as with any breed, there are always exceptions). Are Thoroughbreds good for beginners? Largely Read more…
Thoroughbreds have delicate heads, slim bodies, broad chests, and short backs. Their short leg bones allow a long, easy stride. They are sensitive and high-spirited. Are thoroughbreds fragile? But the tendon injury that prompted the immediate retirement of I’ll Have Read more…