For the Love of Horses

Some people think of mustangs as male horses, while others think of them as female horses. So, who is right? Are mustang horses male or female? Continue reading to learn more. Mustang horses can be either male or female, as ‘mustang’ refers to the breed of the horse and not the gender. Male mustang horses … Read more

Owning any animal comes with responsibilities and a duty to that animal for the rest of its life. If you are considering purchasing a horse, you should know the ins and outs of what to expect. One of the important questions to contemplate is how long a horse lives. Horses live an average of twenty … Read more

Walking around a friend’s property recently, I was fascinated by a small family of what I imagine were field mice of some kind that had built a nest in some dense underbrush. After forty minutes or so, I asked my friend if they posed any sort of problem for her three horses due to the … Read more

Albino animals and people are easily recognizable for their pink skin, pale eyes, and hair. However, despite albinism having easily identifiable traits, there remains much debate surrounding the plausibility of albino horses. Many people swear blind that albino horses exist, while others claim, that like the unicorn, albino horses belong to the realm of fantasy. … Read more

The terminology used to describe horse colors can leave a “newby” feeling like they have stumbled into an alternate universe where everyone speaks a different language! Perhaps you have heard people discussing a blue roan or a blue-black, but what does that mean? Do blue horses exist, or is this people’s attempt to make an … Read more

We don’t usually think of horses in relation to water. Mostly we think of them galloping across green fields, weaving their way through forests, or standing sleepily in stables. Horses are not animals that look like natural swimmers, and some people may query whether horses can swim. Horses can swim, but some are better at … Read more

Compare 15 of the smallest horse breeds and pony types, including Falabellas, Miniature Horses, Shetlands, Welsh Mountain Ponies, and rare native breeds. Learn realistic height ranges, uses, care needs, and what to check before buying.

There is no thrill on earth like that of watching a supreme athlete fly past, defying all odds to claim not only the victory but the hearts and minds of those who watch. Being the best or the greatest is rarely about cold hard statistics; more often than not, greatness is intrinsically linked to these … Read more

There is nothing quite as disorientating as finding yourself plunged into the inky depths of pitch blackness. Humans are heavily reliant on sight, the loss of which causes significant psychological stress and disability. Yet, most of us happily leave our horses to roam their paddocks during the darkest night hours or switch off the stable … Read more

Discover the 15 biggest horse breeds, with practical 2026 height and weight ranges, record-holder context, housing guidance, feeding notes, and FAQs.

Horses have long been valuable and reliable friends to humanity and have benefited humans throughout the ages. They have featured in almost all aspects of human existence, from historical battles to pulling carriages laden with construction materials. This might lead you to the question, “Do horses like humans?” Research shows that horses are more relaxed … Read more

Newcomers to the horse world are often left bewildered as they struggle to decipher the outdated and obscure lingo that experienced horsemen and women throw about left, right and center. One of the terms you may have heard is “gaited horse,” but what does that mean? You’ve heard your instructor talking about your horse’s gait … Read more