For centuries, horse contests and horse shows have been popular forms of entertainment. It isn’t only professionals and all-things-equestrian lovers who gather to witness amazing displays of skill. Horse racing contests, tent pegging contests or vaulting contests draw crowds of families and children. In the United States, each horse contest and equestrian sport in regulated by the United States … [Read more...]
Archives for November 2016
Amazing Female Horse Names and Their Meanings
Many horses have two names in their lives -- their professional or pedigreed name and then their barn name or nickname. Horse breeders often choose the names of their foals or yearlings for the breed registration but they do not get to choose the barn name. This is something strictly between the horse and the human. Barn names need to be short since horses have poor attention spans. Since … [Read more...]
The Best Male Horse Names and Their Meanings
Acclaimed science fiction author Nancy Springer once wrote a short story about what happens to horses when they are given the perfect name. They become super-horses. Good male horse names will not guarantee to improve the abilities of an individual equine, but they help forge a personal relationship between horse and human. A horse with a name is no longer just a horse. Male horse names tend to … [Read more...]
The Best Funny Horse Names and Their Background
Let's face it – horse owners need a sense of humor when owning such unpredictable animals. In a world full of Big Reds, Lightnings and other overused names, funny horse names stand out. They not only to showcase the owner's sense of humor but also as constant reminders that one cannot take working with horses too seriously. Horses often need two names: Registered name: this is a long name … [Read more...]
The Clydesdale Horse, a Majestic Scottish Breed
The Clydesdale horse is probably best known as the breed used to pull beer wagons in the Budweiser commercials. They are famous for their striking appearance, particularly their size and white feathered feet. While that size can make the horse look imposing, the Clydesdale is an intelligent and docile animal that is easily trained and can be safely ridden even by an inexperienced … [Read more...]
Elementary Horse Health Tips and Tricks
Horse health should always be on the owner’s mind, for both emotional and financial reasons, because it is well known that horses are animals that constitute a companion as well as an investment. In this post, we will present the basic factors that contribute to the wellbeing of your beloved animal (from habitat to health insurance), and also discuss frequent problems that may arise, from nagging … [Read more...]