So, the other day, I noticed my making a rather unusual sound… more like a whine as opposed to the usual neigh or nicker. That’s when I really go to wondering about the different types of horse sounds and noises. So, I decided to research and what I discovered was amazing. Why do horses neigh, nicker, …
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In this article, we’ll cover some of the most interesting Arabian horse facts. We’ll discover just why Arabian Horses have been the center of attention for equine lovers for so many years. One of the reasons for their popularity is their extremely humble yet hot-blooded Arabian Horse temperament which makes them ideal for both domestication …
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In this article, let’s peek a little into the world of Arabian horses to discover their types and strains. Let’s start with the most basic question, that is: What are the types and strains of Arabian Horses? Here are the popular types of Arabian horses: The Egyptian Arabians The Polish Arabians The Spanish Arabians The …
As a horse owner or breeder, it’s quite important to understand the behavioral changes of a horse under the estrous cycle or during the mating process. So, what is the breeding behavior or horses? When mares are in heat, they’re more receptive to the male stallions. The mare undergoes several behavioral changes like restlessness, hyperactivity, …
To shoe or not to shoe, that is the dilemma that many horse owners face. When wild horses can survive barefoot, why can’t our domestic animals? Let’s investigate further and find out exactly why do horses need shoes. The decision of shoeing horses depends on multiple factors. Horses that have sound hooves and a healthy …
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My daughter loves horses. This made me decide to get her a horse on her 13th birthday as I knew it would make her ecstatic. Of course, having a pet horse would also mean taking care of it. Hence, I began my research on what horses ate and how to keep them healthy and strong. …
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If you are a new horse owner, you might be worried if your horse is sweating too much or too little. Here are the nitty-gritty details that you need to know. Do horses sweat? Yes, they do. Horses sweat to cool themselves on a warm day or after exercise to bring their body temperature to …
If you are a new horse owner, you might be wondering how long will he be with you, when will he reach his prime, and how old is too old for a horse? So, what is the average life span of a horse? A horse normally lives 25 to 30 years. The prime age for …
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Horses are an intelligent species of animals. But to express their moods, even they might be inclined to bite their human owner. So, how to stop horse biting? A horse may bite a person or a fellow horse in the pasture as a sign of aggression, playfulness, discomfort, or simply out of curiosity. You can …
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As winter approaches, horse owners begin worrying about their horse’s adjustment to the weather. A common question that comes up is, “do horses get cold?” Horses adapt well to the cold weather. As the weather changes, they shed their summer coats and grow a thicker winter coat. In spite of that, indoor horses, in particular, …
