When most of us start out learning about horses, we are told that a horse is a member of Equus caballus that is over 14 hands high (a hand, we quickly learned, is 10 cm)...

Choosing the right horse boarding stable will ensure your horse's health, safety, and happiness In order to find a stable that meets your horse’s specific needs, it is important to find out exactly what services they offer...

Colic is one of the most common horse conditions in which you will need to call your Veterinarian Colic is not a disease; it is a clinical sign of many possible diseases...

Our older horses are loyal horses and many of them are still eager to hit the trails or even compete at a local show...

The size difference between dogs and horses is usually that the horse is very much larger than the dog...

How can you tell which deworming program is right for you ollowing a traditional plan may mean that you are worming your horse too often...

Have you ever wondered how the truly successful horse racing bettors got started I'm talking about those who have an enviable standard of living and yet don't seem to have a job...

Let's face it beating the bookie is tough It's a scandal...

Aren't horses awesome animals It seems they have been with us humans since the beginning of time assisting us with work and chores, we've been using them for recreation as well as entertainment purposes and yes, even for food...

Rocking horses have been a part of children’s toy collections for hundreds of years Often, they become heirlooms that are passed on from generation to generation...

I want a pony That simple sentence has been uttered from many children’s lips over the years...

Regular vaccination and preventative health care is just as necessary for horses as for any other pets to keep them healthy...

Came across an article of Bob Kingsbery, ranch owner and horse fence expert, the other day I have to admit that he does know what he's talking about...

Teaching good ground manners right from the beginning will result in a horse that is a joy to own, while keeping yourself as safe as possible...

The Cleveland Bay is thought to be the oldest British breed of horse, existing even back in the Middle Ages...

The horse is a great athlete, capable of strenuous exercise over prolonged periods But all that muscular activity generates heat...

The relationship between man and horse is an enduring one But dealing with animals is always easier and more enjoyable when you have empathy and understanding...

As summer sets in most horses have shed their winter coats But some older horses are still clinging to their winter coat...

One of the best ways to choose a gift that will please a recipient, is to consider their greatest interests and loves...

Buying horse properties, especially your own horse is similar to buying a dog except that this pet can be very expensive...

Longer days and warmer nights mean that summer is getting nearer For many horses and ponies, it brings with it the misery of sweet itch...

Having recently been lent an original copy of the ‘Treatise on the Diseases of Horses’ written by William Gibson, Surgeon, in 1751, it has been interesting to compare horse lore then to now...

The Arabian horse is an animal which has lived on the Arabian Peninsula for well over 2000 years These horses were properly bred to demonstrate many traits which were attractive, such as strength, beauty, and endurance...

The American Saddlebred is a breed of horse developed in the state of Kentucky Today they are featured in many showring competitions, and they are also used for racing, parades, and hunting...

Caring for a horse is an excellent way to gain new skills and build a strong bond the animal However, it is important to practice safety procedures when handling your horse...

People assume that betting on horses is based on luck, and that the only method to win money while doing it is to get inside information...

Notwithstanding Rin Can Tin can and The Thin Man series' Asta, the positron emission tomography film achieved its canine calvary in the Lassie movies...

Horseback riding is a sport at which women excel One can try to explain their success because they are lighter than men and have obvious anatomical advantages for the saddle...

Owning a horse is a huge responsibility for an adult, much less for a child Owning a horse requires a lot of time and money, both from the parent and the child, therefore, before you decide to go horse-shopping, it’s best that you sit down and discuss the responsibilities and tasks involved in owning and caring for a horse with the child...

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