May 21, 2013  ·   Promoting Horses One Day At A Time

Smallest living horse

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As of 7 July 2006, the record for the smallest living horse is Thumbelina, a miniature sorrel brown mare who measures 44.5 cm (17.5 in) to the withers and is owned by Kay and Paul Goessling (Both USA) who live on the Goose Creek Farm Inc, St Louis, Missouri, USA. … [Read more...]

A Groom Has the Best Job!

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Want to get in shape?? Start riding horses!

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You can burn a lot of calories by riding horses! I don’t know about you, but I’d rather spend three days a week riding a horse instead of five days a week at the gym. Many horse owners give up their gym memberships because they burn so many calories walking and riding around the ranch. Below are estimates of calories burned per hour for a 150lb person: - saddling, grooming, and general riding for one hour = 238 calories - Riding at the walk for one hours = 175 calories - … [Read more...]

Storytime with Lukas – Video

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I love this story. This is what it's all about... Rescue a horse, have faith and build a relationship like no other   … [Read more...]

Hair Extensions for your Horse. Check out SugaRein!

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I think hair extensions are the best thing to come out for women since bronzer. So naturally I was super excited to come across this website www.sugarein.com which sells colorful options for your horse's hair. All you do is clip them in and you're set. They are safe and harmless and add so much personality to your horse!   www.sugarein.com www.sugarein.com … [Read more...]

HaHaHorses.com –> LOVE IT!!

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CLICK HERE ---> http://hahahorses.com Hanes commercials just keep getttin stranger and stranger. This is what happens when an Open class is a little *too* open … [Read more...]

Classical Equitation – The Origin’s of Dressage

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"DRESSAGE IS THE CORE ESSENCE WITHIN ALL RIDING DISCIPLINES" Classical equitation stems from Greek historian and horse trainer, Xenophon (c. 430-355 BCE). Many are surprised to hear that Ancient Greeks were the first to realize how important and useful a well trained horse was in warfare. A schooled horse was more agile, quick and overall more successful in battles. From there on out, others built upon the Greeks classical training with their horses. Most recognize Knights from the … [Read more...]

Horse Whisperers – Establishing That Connection

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We have all heard about them. Horse Whisperers They are the people who seem to have that magical connection with horses.  They are able to communicate with a horse and establish a relationship of trust and loyalty. Many people do not realize that they too can become Horse Whisperers.  It is actually a very simple concept to understand.  Once you learn it and practice it, the results are amazing.  Your relationship with your horse will become 100% stronger and more successful. Here … [Read more...]

Unicorns: Fact or Fiction?

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Unicorns are mythical creatures, usually white, with a single horn on the forehead. They often symbolize purity, chastity, virtue, and virginity. Unicorns are mentioned in the Bible in the Numbers 23:22 and 24:8, and in the novel, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. The unicorn's horn is said to have strong medicinal powers. The famous Carthusian line of Andalusian horses, bred by Carthusian monks, is said to have occurrences of one of two small hornlike growths on the forehead or ear. … [Read more...]

Horse Health – 30 Facts About Horses Hooves

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30 facts you should know about the health of your horses feet and hooves. Your horses feet are more important than you think. Make sure you know all you can about them and how to take care of them. Horse Feet Facts : The size of your horses feet are relative to the size of your horse. Your horses feet continue to grow in size until your horse is 6 years old. The length of your horses toe is relative to the weight of your horse. Your horses pastern and dorsal hoof wall should … [Read more...]