Over 100,000 horse riding-related accidents occur yearly in the U.S. 83.4% of horse riding injuries are caused by the rider falling off the horse. Can a horse crush you? The 40% of fatalities who did not die of head trauma Read more…
Seattle Dancer – $13.1 million Seattle Dancer was a son of Nijinsky, sired by Northern Dancer, who became the most expensive yearling ever sold at public auction in 1985. Sold for $13.1 million. He raced five times and won two Read more…
The 11 Unique and Unusual Horse Breeds Akhal-Teke. Bashkir. Gypsy Vanner Horse. Exmoor Pony. Przewalski’s Horse. Black Forest Horse. Fjord Horse. Marwari Horse. What is the most unique horse? The following list shines a spotlight on those lesser-known, unique horse Read more…
Miniature horses are fun to handle. Due to their small size, they aren’t suitable for bigger children. Generally, children over age 8 or more than 70 pounds can injure these horses. Minis are great for younger children learning how to Read more…
Philip – Friend of The Horses If your new baby is a boy, Philip could be the perfect name for your little one. This name originates from ancient Greek. The name “Phillipos” has been around for centuries and literally means Read more…
Horses may behave aggressively towards people if they feel threatened, or if they are trying to escape or avoid doing what the person wants them to do. They may also behave aggressively as a result of previous experience. Why would Read more…
The word comes from the name Jock, a parallel to Jack, used chiefly in Scotland. It was genericized to mean a male person. What is a female horse-rider called? What do you call a female horse rider? The most common Read more…
20 Horse Quotes Horse sense is the thing a horse has which keeps it from betting on people. I’ve often said there is nothing better for the inside of the man, than the outside of the horse. Courage is being Read more…
Magnesium Calmers Magnesium is a staple of horse calmers and certainly the most supported calming ingredient, both scientifically and anecdotally. There is a well-established link between magnesium and behaviour. It supports against stress and helps to maintain normal nerve transmission. Read more…
The agouti gene controls the distribution of black pigment, and determines whether a horse will have a bay or black base coat color. What genes make a black horse? The genetics behind the black horse are relatively simple. The color Read more…