Arabian horses are commonly named in lists that discuss top horse breeds in the world. Not only are they extremely popular, but they’re expensive as well. For those who are new to horses and their breeds, it might be confusing that Arabian horses are one of the most expensive breeds to obtain. An Arabian horse … Read more
Shetland Ponies can be terrific with children because of their easy to manipulate size, and their friendly nature. It is also easy to saddle them when kids are going to ride them. However, keep in mind that even though they are small and cute, they can still kick hard and bolt away if not handled … Read more
Arabian horses are considered a very strong breed and are usually expected to live a naturally long lifespan of 25 to 30 years. This is similar to the population of the general horse. Few individual Arabians are known to live well until they reach their 40s. These Arabian horses are quite smaller in stature compared … Read more
Appaloosa horse is known and loved across the world. It is also called spotted horse and this is due to the presence of spots on these horses. Their appearance is striking and thus most horse lovers want to have it. These horses are friendly, gentle, and are considered loyal companions. Apart from all these qualities … Read more
Appaloosa’s are popular for their spotted coat. Some don’t have many spots, just like the others. There are also those who have solid colors. The behavior of this breed also varies where some are stubborn while others are very gentle. Appaloosa’s can be aggressive if they feel you are not treating them well, and with … Read more
The horse is undoubtedly one of the most fascinating creatures in the animal kingdom. At first, it may seem simple, but as we dig deeper into the learning process about it, more amazing attributes we discover. The horse has been fundamental in the history of the human being since the Neolithic era, since it has … Read more
Although an acre would suffice for a Shetland pony to have his space, some cannot provide such enormous space for them. Getting a 1/4 acre or 1/2 acre of land is also alright, even a space not less than 30 by 30 feet. There are no set parameters that are legal about the area you … Read more
The Shetland pony is a small, sturdy breed that hails from the Shetland Isles, off Scotland’s northeast coast. Shetland has been the home to small horses for over 2,000 years. It’s likely that horses crossed onto the Shetlands from the ice fields and were later cross-bred with stock that came from Norse settlers. Even today the ponies … Read more
Horses have various ways of showing affection to humans and each other. They usually use verbal communication to communicate, which is why it’s important to understand how to read and respond to a horse’s body language. Any move they make with their noses, ears, hind legs, head forelegs, and the tail has meaning. They mostly … Read more
Horses socialize very well and enjoy other’s presence. They form a good bond with humans/owners as time passes. They usually display fondness in different ways towards you. This is recognizable with their movements, gestures, expression, and posture. They display expressive body language. Trainers understand their body language and this sets them apart from other humans in … Read more