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Meet the Paso Fino Horses – Caribbean’s Lightest Walkers

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Saying Paso Fino horses are naturally gaited would be an understatement, given foals a few hours old can perform their famous four-beat gait. After all, even their name stands as proof of a smooth riding experience and an elegant manner of carrying themselves. But their agility and gait are not the only qualities a Paso Fino horse shows; Conquistadors who colonized Central America also bred them … [Read more...]

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Meet the Percheron Horses – France’s Reliable War Ally

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Percheron horses are cold-blooded equines that thrive in challenging environments. They love to work but really thrive when performing in front of large crowds. They are considered calm even for cold-blooded equines, an unexpected characteristic since they are significantly larger than other breeds. They are suitable and even recommended to first-time horse owners, beginner riders, and … [Read more...]

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The Akhal Teke Horse – The Prettiest Horse in the World

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an Akhai Teke horse in eventing competition

The Akhal Teke horse originates from and is the national emblem of Turkmenistan. It is considered one of the oldest breeds of horses that still exists today, the most beautiful, and resilient. They were highly esteemed and appreciated by their owners for their agility, swiftness, and loyalty. In fact, a number of leaders and historic personalities considered this breed remarkable, including Darius … [Read more...]

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A Guide to Horse Trotting: Patterns & Speeds

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Horse trotting is the name of the specific rhythmic gait that is highly appreciated in a multitude of equine competitions and events. It is considered one of the most stable gaits, requiring little balance adjustment with the head or neck. The average speed at which horses trot is about 8 miles per hour, but can go over 30 miles per hour. Unlike the canter or the gallop, the trot can be maintained … [Read more...]

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Spanish Horse Breeds: 11 Splendid Equines from Spain

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Ever wondered how many Spanish horse breeds are there? You might be surprised to find out there are more than 20 breeds of horses and ponies that originate from Spain alone. The ancient continent gifted us with some of the most distinctive horse breeds. Even though some are highly endangered, they can all be saved if we invest time and effort into this. Spanish Horse Breeds that Still Exist … [Read more...]

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The Trakehner Horse – The Legacy of a Lost Nation

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trakehner horse in show jumping competition

With one of the oldest registries, the Trakehner horse is considered the most refined and lightest warmblood horse. To preserve these highly appreciated features its studbook only allows registration of Trakehners and, very selectively, of some Anglo-Arabians, Shagyas, Arabians, and Thoroughbreds. The breed shows commendable physical and psychological traits. It is one of the most resistant to … [Read more...]

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Most Important Horse Facts for Any Beginner Equine Owner

By Rudy Lynwood

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There are over 350 horse and pony breeds worldwide but many of these breeds are extremely rare and in danger of extinction. For example, the rarest horse breed in the world, the Abaco Barb, went extinct in 2015 when the last mare died without being able to have a foal. It is possible that breeds like the Abaco Barb could be recreated with cloning from genetic material left by the final members … [Read more...]

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