Horse racing fans have been really excited about the attention that horse racing is receiving Not only are more people interested than ever before, the number of tracks and bets being placed is growing by leaps and bounds on a daily basis...

Horse racing facts are popular today through most of the Western world as well as in other areas They were probably contested as early as 1500 in Egypt...

There are a lot of different ways to go about gambling on horses Many people seem to be seeking a formula that won't allow them a lot of options...

There are a great many activities families can enjoy together while on vacation that are different from those that they regularly get pleasure from in their everyday lives...

The average price of a horse is about $3,000 but the cost of keeping a horse can easily reach $100,000...

Laminitis is a common illness of the hoof and is the second most frequent cause of premature death in horses...

Colic is the most common cause of pre-mature death in domestic horses It is also the most frequent cause of major veterinary bills...

Clydesdales are a breed of heavy draft horse that originated in Scotland from native farm horses during the eighteenth century and has since evolved into one of the most recognizable breeds throughout the world...

Walking in England you are likely to come across numerous chalk effigies from the formidable Cerne Abbas Giant to the elusive white horses of Wiltshire...

Horseback riding has been a method of transportation for hundreds of years, and over time as technology advanced it became more of a pastime...

The earliest horses to occupy the Northern Plains were Indian horses that were also known as buffalo horses...

Horse Racing has a problem world wide, it is losing numbers fast One of the reasons for this is that the horse racing authorities have gone off in a tangent in the last 20 years trying to attract the general populous to the sport...

There are a few objects which are familiar to all of us, and in many cases have also been an important part of our lives, but which we cannot seem to find around us now, if we turn to look: social and technological evolution has substituted them, partially or completely, with more modern and often also more efficient devices...

Here are some tips to remember when purchasing a horse or pony If you are not a horse person or have not much horse experience it is recommended to take a horse person with you or have them check out the horse before you purchase...

Horse riding can be a very relaxing pastime and can make any special occasion that bit more special If you are going on holiday to a beautiful area of the world, then one of the best ways to see it might just be by horse riding...

Lameness can present itself in a number of different ways and for different reasons; - There is more that one area of pain - The horses performance drops - The horse shows behavioral changes Sometimes assessment of the problem can be challenging if there is no clear reason for the change / drop in performance and associated lameness...

As famous race horses go, for many the first name that springs to mind is the great National Hunt race horse Red Rum...

Do you have one of those friends who always seems to do well betting on the horses, but keeps tight-lipped about how they manage to do so well...

When a person is involved in matters concerning money, one is clearly more cautious and protective of themselves and the environment they are in...

This article is the second of a two-part article which looks at the fantastic career of Best Mate, arguably one of the best ever National Hunt race horses ever...

The world of horse racing is coming alive these days and a lot of people are looking for a little more of an edge, and that's not easy to find...

After his emphatic Epsom Derby win last week, Sea The Stars the brilliant three year old trained by John Oxx became the first horse since Nashwan, Twenty years ago to complete the 2000 Guineas/Derby double – the question on everyone’s lips now of course is where will he go next...

The first article in this series looked at the famous race horse Desert Orchid and the early part of his career...

A farrier blacksmith is one who works exclusively on horse His work involved the fabrication horse shoes and fitting them to the hooves of horse...

You may just be starting out betting on horses, you could be a seasoned punter or perhaps you're somewhere in between...

Horse racing is an equestrian sport that has been popular throughout the centuries Horse racing is one of the most attended and most enjoyed sports events in the world...

The immediate reaction of most when the name Shergar is mentioned is one of instant familiarity, possibly the most famous horse ever...

This is the third in a series of articles on betting on horse racing profitably through sensible money management...

They're so popular these days that I am sure that most people will have heard of a betting exchange Betting on horses via betting exchanges has completely changed the way punters place their bets, but why should you consider using one...

The countdown to the 2009 Kentucky Derby has begun Since 1875, this celebrated race has captured the hearts of horse racing fans...