Mustangs are feral horses, and their name comes from a Spanish word for “stray or ownerless horse.” They are found mainly in the western United States. A well-trained mustang can make a good horse for a beginner. Mustangs are very good at reading people and situations and can thus tell if a novice rider is uncomfortable. If the rider is nervous about jumping a fence, for example, the mustang … [Read more...]

The Mongolian horse, also known as the Mongolian pony is perhaps the oldest breed of horse. It is a tough and hearty breed, reserved in a time capsule that has changed very little over thousands of years. Although categorized as a horse, this sturdy beast is of pony size and comes in all different colors. There are about 3,000,000 Mongolian horses in the Mongolian steppe and most of them roam … [Read more...]

There are many thousands of unwanted horses in the world. America alone has between 92,000 and 138,000 unwanted horses, according to a 2005 estimate by the American Horse Council. People fortunate enough to have the time and resources to own a horse should not purchase one from a breeder or auction. But they should adopt a horse from one of the many fine horse rescue associations described … [Read more...]

Imagine a horse smaller than a full-grown Great Dane. At first they were considered as a novelty pet for royalty or the royally rich. But the miniature horse breeds have caught on in many countries, especially in America. They have spawned a loyal following devoted to horses that most owners would never be able to ride. This is although some are strong enough to carry very small children, pull … [Read more...]