The horse world is diverse and complicated, and becoming an equine expert takes real dedication and time. To help you learn everything about horses, in this horse education section, our team of equine experts have written extensive guides on caring for your horse, the equine anatomy, horse history, learning to ride, the different types of tack and riding equipment, day to day life in the equestrian world, and many other topics!
A herd of wild horses running free into the sunset is a romantic image that lives in every horse lover’s head. Wild horses have long been symbols of freedom, intuition, and adventure, inspiring millions worldwide to follow their dreams. However, are today’s wild horses truly wild? To answer that question, we have to understand the …
To many, Totilas is considered the greatest dressage horse of all time. Like no other horse had done before, the grand black stallion dominated the sport under Dutch dressage rider Edward Gal. Totilas and Edward Gal broke record after record, becoming living legends and inspiring millions. Totilas was a Dutch Warmblood stallion who became one …
Horses originally evolved in North America over a span of around 50 million years. In the beginning, they were forest-dwelling herbivores no larger than a Beagle. Around 10,000 years ago, the ancestors of the modern horse migrated through the Bering Strait to Eurasia, where they were eventually domesticated by humans. Horses live on every continent …
Nowadays, horses are found in just about every corner of the world. Eurasian and African nations have been using horses for agriculture and warfare for thousands of years, and they spread to new continents via settlers. But where did horses originally come from? Horses originated in North America around 55 million years ago. Their ancestors …
You’re probably aware of the benefits of listening to classical music while you’re anxious or need to concentrate. You might’ve even heard that some dairy farms play classical music to their cows to stimulate milk flow. But did you know horses also have a taste for music? Studies have shown that horses like listening to …
Hunter, jumper, and equitation shows are popular in North America, especially among amateur riders with a passion for jumping. However, to those unfamiliar with the terms, the difference between the three classes is often unclear. The main difference between hunter, jumper, and equitation classes lies in the judging system. While all three classes are performed …
Arabians are one of the oldest, purest breeds of horses to walk the earth. Noted for their incredible beauty and elegance, Arabian horse shows are popular worldwide. The most popular Arabian horse shows are Scottsdale, U.S. Nationals, Arabian Horse World Championship, Dubai International, Qatar Nationals, UK International, Youth Nationals, European Championships, and Canadian Nationals. These …
Much like humans, horses also have their unique personalities. If you’ve been around horses, you’ve probably noticed they all respond differently to similar situations. A horse’s personality and temperament are determined mainly by genetics, interactions with humans and other horses, training, and environmental factors. While every horse is unique, certain traits pop up repeatedly in …
Horses are one of the strongest animals in the world. Thanks to their power, they have carried people on their backs, pulled heavy loads of weight, and plowed fields for humans throughout history. But how strong are horses? Horses are capable of carrying 20% of their body weight and pulling 1.5 times their weight over …
Whenever the topic of horsemeat comes up, the worldwide equestrian community frowns with revulsion. However, in human history, horses were originally valued for their meat both before and after domestication. So, why don’t we eat horse meat today? The main reason why most people don’t eat horse meat is that it’s considered taboo. Most western …
Have you ever wondered why some horses have distinct patterns trimmed into their coat? If you’re new to horses, you might not know why owners often choose to clip their horses. But first of all, what is horse clipping? Horse clipping involves removing the outer layers of a horse’s coat to keep it short. This …
Horses are wonderfully diverse animals, not just in terms of temperament, but also coat color. Many equine colors and markings exist in the world today, with countless shades and combinations that make every horse unique. The most common horse colors and patterns are bay, chestnut, gray, black, pinto, and dun. A horse’s color is determined …
Before you instantly reject the concept, hear me out. While horses are 100% vegetarian, they do eat animal products from time to time, and on rare occasions, even meat. Horses do not normally eat meat. Their digestive systems evolved to accommodate a high-fiber diet made up of grass and other plants. However, horses can safely …
The skeleton of horses has gone through major evolutionary changes in the last 55 million years. As the ancestors of horses transitioned from living in forests to open grasslands, their skeleton elongated and they lost several toes. These changes increased the horse’s stride length and speed, allowing it to run away from predators. As in …
There are around 86,000 wild horses that roam across America, with about 55,000 of them now living in government-run quarters. Each day, many of these wild horses face an unknown fate, but fortunately, there are ways we can help these incredible animals. Despite the laws in place to help America’s wild horses, many of them …
Most people find riding an amazing and therapeutic experience. But what about the horses? Do they enjoy riding as much as we do? Without speaking the same language, it’s hard to tell whether horses like being ridden. Most horses are okay with being ridden. As far as enjoying being ridden, it’s likely most horses simply …