.: Pet Horses

Horses – War Admiral By Michael Russell Sometimes the sons of the fathers surpass the accomplishments of the father. Such was the case with one of the greatest races horses of all time, the son of … Read More

The Majestic Arabian Horse By Michael Russell Bedouins believed that the horse was a gift from Allah. It was to be cherished, revered, almost worshipped. The Arabian horse has been bred for centuries, with its beginnings … Read More

Buying Your First Horse – a Practical Guide By Trish Haill Spring is here, and the warmer weather is on the way. As the grass starts to grow, the sun appears and nothing seems so attractive … Read More

Horses – Citation By Michael Russell In this article we’re going to briefly go over the career of one of the most famous horses in racing history, Citation. If you look past the losses that Citation … Read More

Buying a Horse – Without Being Taken for a Ride By Mark Andrews So you think you have found the ideal pony or horse? Before you hand over your hard-earned cash, wait a minute… What can … Read More

Horses – Seattle Slew By Michael Russell In the short list of triple crown winners, this horse had to be one of the biggest bargains in racing history. We’re referring to the puzzle of a wonder, … Read More

American Saddlebred By Michael Colucci 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 … Read More

American Paint Horse By Michael Colucci The American Paint Horse is a breed of horses which are known for having a percentage of white hair over skin combined with another color. This color pattern is one … Read More

Grooming Your Horse For Success; Part 2 By Geoffrey Roberts The fact is that most of us horse lovers don’t groom our horses properly. This could be due to lots of things – time, motivation, circumstances … Read More

By Michael Colucci To have a strong and healthy horse it is important for you to feed them properly. Feeding them quality hay will give them the important nutrients and minerals they need. The amount of … Read More

Equine Tetanus – An Unnecessary Disease By Mark Andrews Do you know anyone with a horse that has had tetanus? Probably not. Despite the fact that the organism responsible for the disease is often present in … Read More

Horses – Breeds, A To Z By Michael Russell A horse is a horse of course of course. Right? Well, not exactly. There are more breeds of horses than Carter has liver pills. We’re just going … Read More

Arabian Horse By Michael Colucci 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 … Read More

Draft (Draught) Horses – Percherons By Michael Russell History Although the exact origins of the Percheron have been lost over the years, there are several different beliefs about their roots. There are those who believe that … Read More

Draft (Draught) Horses – Friesians and Gypsy Cobs By Michael Russell Friesians Brief History This draft breed is rooted in Friesland, Northwestern Europe, which is now a part of the Netherlands. The original stock was descended … Read More

Draft (Draught) Horses – The Clydesdale By Michael Russell History This heavy draft horse traces its roots to the early 19th century in the Lanarkshire (formerly Clydesdale) district of Scotland. There was a strong need for … Read More

Draft (Draught) Horses – The Belgian By Michael Russell History As the name implies. this breed originated in Belgium. Back in the medieval times, the center of Western Europe became well-known for the large black horses … Read More

Draft (Draught) Horses – The American Cream By Michael Russell History This breed is the only draft breed to originate in the United States. The granddam of the line was a draft mare (Old Granny) who … Read More

Horses – The Lipizzaners By Michael Russell Some History of the Lipizzaners The aristocratic Lipizzaners are descended from the Iberian Horse, which is the oldest breed in the world. Iberians were used as war horses from … Read More

How to Measure Your Horse’s Height By E. Landers Have you ever wondered exactly how tall your horse is? Well, next time you are going to the barn, bring a tape measure and find out for … Read More

The American Quarter Horse By Michael Russell It is thought, by some, that the foundation American Quarter Horse stock has at its roots Arabian, Turk, and Barb breeds. Others believe that the breed began with the … Read More

How to Handle Horses Safely By Michael Colucci 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 … Read More

Buying a Pony or Horse: Tips to Help You Make the Best Choice By Diane Samson So, your little girl has been taking riding lessons for a year now and (surprise) she wants her own pony. … Read More

Winter Coughs – Not a Good Wheeze! By Mark Andrews It’s not just horseback riders that cough and wheeze at this time of year. Respiratory problems are common in horses as well. Loss of performance may … Read More

Learning Horse Riding By John Wrigley It is like nothing you have ever tried in the past. Picture yourself racing up and down hills, though woods, across fields and back. The breeze in your face and … Read More

Does My Horse Need A Blanket? By Suzanne DeVries Your horse needs a blanket because their natural oils and dirt that keep them warm in the wild are removed each time you brush or curry them. … Read More

Grooming Your Horse – The Professional Way Part 2 By Geoffrey Roberts Domesticated horses rely on humans to provide the opportunity for skin care, unlike the wild horse where they have the opportunity to groom each … Read More

Grooming Your Horse – The Professional Way By Geoffrey Roberts Domesticated horses rely on humans to provide the opportunity for skin care, unlike the wild horse where they have the opportunity to groom each other! Grooming … Read More

Feeding and Watering Your Horse By Randall Holman Your horse should be fed, at minimum, twice a day. More frequent is better since a horse’s stomach is small and designed to graze (where small amounts of … Read More

Five Tips For Caring For Your Older Horse By Diane Samson He’s been your equine partner for years now. You’ve perhaps ridden in shows, through trails or even relocated across the country with your horse. You’ve … Read More

How to Care For Your New Foal By Mark Andrews You have waited eleven months for your foal to arrive. Now he is here what can you do to ensure he gets off to the best … Read More

Good advice from Horse Illustrated Magazine – Horse Illustrated.com – Serving the horse owner by promoting the best in horse management, riding and training. Q: ……………. I have a dream of becoming a horse breeder and/or … Read More

Colic – a Pain in the Gut By Mark Andrews No-one wants to see their horse get colic. But what can be done to avoid it? Horses are “trickle feeders”, best suited to eating small amounts … Read More