It’s fascinating to know that all horses have common characteristics, yet they may be raised differently and have different uses. Horses are individuals, but when you get down to basics, physical and behavioral characteristics apply universally to all horses. Many characteristics make horses unique and interesting; they have physical traits like hoofs, huge eyes, and …
Kids always have the best questions about horses, and one that I often get is what color do they see better than others. This led to more questions about horses and colors, like which one scares them most and what is their favorite color? Horses are able to identify colors such as yellow, blue, 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 love reading quotes about horses and sometimes lose myself for hours browsing the internet for gems. I figured others might do the same, so I put together some of my favorites horse quotes to share with you. From Winston Churchill’s thoughts on how riding horses makes you feel to Shakespeare’s view on the value …
The horse is an evolved animal with more than 500 breeds worldwide. From island to desert and steppe – they can be found on all continents except Antarctica. They’ve adapted to different environments over time, but some have gone extinct or are rare because of various reasons. The ten most endangered horse breeds in the …
My grandson saw a tray of treats on our countertop and reached for one; I quickly let him know they were for the horses. He said, “They can’t be horse treats because they come in a bag.” I told him these were homemade and much better than anything he’ll find in a store. Horse lovers …
Many people are interested in owning horses but aren’t knowledgeable when it comes to caring for them. I often hear, “I would love to have a horse, but I just don’t have enough time to care for one.” Taking care of a horse is a big responsibility, but it’s not too difficult or time-consuming. The …
A friend called me the other day, and we got into a discussion on – of all things – jeans! We laughed about the styles of the yesteryears, especially the ones that were popular while we were in college. The topic naturally turned to mom jeans. Mom jeans were initially designed for women who had …
Every horse owner wants to find the perfect name for their new companion. It’s not enough that the horse has a good temperament, is well-behaved, and looks great – it needs an awesome name too! Our list of top 10 names includes some basic classics as well as more unique options. So what are the …
Bootcut jeans are a must-have for any woman’s closet. They flatter every height and body type, plus they look great with your favorite pair of cowboy boots! If you’re on the lookout for the best bootcut jeans for women, girls, and slim fit, then this article will help. I found these are the best bootcut …