There is something special and alluring about black horses. Perhaps it is their mysterious air or the fact that they are slightly rarer than other colors of horses. Whatever the reason, there is no doubt that black horses have a certain appeal. There are many black horse breeds, each with its own unique history and …
My granddaughter quickly pointed out a horse with a brindle color coat competing in a barrel race. She had lots of questions about it – like what breeds can have this pattern and how rare are they? I told her that I wonder about these things too, so we should learn about them together! Brindle …
I was surprised when I learned that my friend, who has tons of experience with horses, said he only likes certain color horses. He believes color is a factor in evaluating a horse’s physical ability and strengths; this made me wonder if his theory holds any weight at all. The best color for a horse …
Our friend’s gray mare recently had a baby, and the newborn foal is a dusty brownish color with dark ear tips. The father is a gray stallion. So, is this baby going to change colors as it ages and have a coat like its parents? Baby horses change color as they age. Foals are generally …
Have you ever noticed that no two paint horses look exactly the same? While they all display a striking array of equine colors, it’s their unique patterns and placements that set each one apart. One can’t help but wonder: Is their design accidental, a product of genetics, or a mix of both? Distinguished by a …
My granddaughter pointed out a muscular horse with a shiny blue-tinted coat and dark legs and asked, “what coat color is that.” The horse’s owner overheard her question and quickly answered, “it’s a grulla quarter horse,” and walked away. Of course, she raised her eyebrows and inquired, “what’s a grulla.” A grulla quarter horse has …
Black horses have long symbolized strength, mystery, and elegance. Their dark coats gleam in the sunlight, capturing the attention and admiration of anyone fortunate enough to witness them. The beauty of a black horse is not just in its appearance; it’s a reflection of a unique and profound presence. Naming such majestic animals requires thought …
Some of our horse’s coats develop beautiful dapples while others never change. They eat a similar diet, so what other factors could influence their coats to change color and dapple? A combination of factors works together to make dapples on a horse’s coat: Feeding proper nutrients, keeping your horse fit, brushing out your horse coat …
When my grandson asked me about the differences between duns and buckskin horses, I found myself pausing. Despite many years around these horses, providing a clear distinction between the two coat colors wasn’t as easy as I initially thought. So, I did some research to unravel the differences between dun and buckskin horses. At its …
My neighbor just bought a five-month-old blue roan, so I decided to bring my grandson to see the colt. Afterward, he wanted to know all about blue roan horses, so I did some comprehensive research to provide all he could wish to know about this fascinating horse. Blue roan horses have a color pattern with …