Horses that are scared can be more dangerous to people; the researchers note that everyone involved with horses, from those who breed to those who play sports and teach others how to ride, is responsible for trying to reduce accidents. They also suggest that it is unethical to breed fearful animals as it has a …
Did you know that horses can read human emotions, too, often in uncannily accurate ways, alerting us to our sadness or nervousness, sometimes before we’ve even consciously registered it? You know how it’s said: No philosophers so thoroughly comprehend us as dogs and horses. The equine ability to read human emotion through sound and touch …
This girl went with her dad to a horse auction and they found Bubby, being picked on, kicked, and bitten by two other males. That auction was notorious for sending horses to slaughter, so every horse there was in terrible condition. Bubby was in good shape compared to the other horses, but he was incredibly …
Imagine waking up in the morning caressed by your horse, who wants to play. I think this is every child’s dream, especially since horses can be excellent playmates. Play is a fundamental aspect of equine behavior. Desire to play starts in early foal-hood and continues even in adulthood. It is an essential aspect of development, …
You know what it’s like with friendships – some are for life. Well, this 12 hours old foal and this kid, who is giving it a lot of sincere love, are already friends. They are going to be great buddies for sure. This young man cares about his little horse and shows how much he …
Mares that lose their foals can become irregular in their breeding cycle and often lose out on the entire breeding season. Time is of the essence when it comes to fostering as the mare will only stay in milk for four to five days and foals need colostrum within eight hours of being born. Orphaned …
Animals can offer an extraordinary amount of emotional support. Beyond the pet-owner relationship that many of us have lovingly experienced, animals are sometimes used in therapeutic settings to help people navigate challenging emotional experiences. As we can see in this video, a horse can be a perfect therapy animal for when you’re feeling down. With …
I think we all heard about cat-themed restaurants/cafes or dog-themed ones. But did anyone ever heard of horse-themed restaurants? Well, in this video, we can see one. Imagine spending a few hours of your free time at this lovely restaurant, watching this beautiful horse. Maybe it would be nice to have a little picnic on …
This adorable little girl was riding a white pony named Lightning, but then he suddenly decided to stop. He got down and rolled around in the mud, but it seems like he forgot that the girl was still riding him. So she fell from her pony but fortunately, nothing bad happened, she just got a …
Imagine your horse gets stuck in the mud or cement, like in this video. What would you do? Unfortunately, accidents like this happen, but fortunately, there are good people ready to help. This horse was helped by someone and taken out of the cement with the crane. Horses are talented at getting themselves hurt. Sometimes …
Around one in every four people in the U.S. has a disability that impacts major life activities, reports the CDC, with the most common disability (mobility) affecting one in seven adults. There are six different categories of disabilities (mobility, cognition, hearing, vision, independent living, and self-care), and many of these can be improved through equine …
Did you know that horses and cats can be excellent friends? Yes, cats and horses can be friends – and both animals share a close connection. Cats and horses are a lot more alike than you might think. However, for some cats, horses can be a danger, as they are big. Depending on the cats, …
This video might be a little bit scary for some, while others might find it cute. Let’s take a look at this little child playing, walking under this mini horse over and over again. And the good part is that the horse didn’t even bother his game. Some may think that this could end badly …
I think many of us wanted a horse or a pony when we were younger, and also, many of us want to own a horse even now. Also, those who have kids that love horses should consider giving them such a present. As we can see in many videos, including this one, someone’s reaction to …
Here is another heartwarming video, where after being forced to sell her barrel racer four years ago, this girl has no idea that her parents repurchased him, and she’s about to be reunited with her horse. What do you think? Is a horse capable of remembering its owner? Well, many experts agree that horses do, …
Mustangs are close-knit animals, and they treasure their families above all else, and the close bonds they form are crucial both for their emotional and physical survival. They are gentle and loving towards their young, and yet, these strong and powerful stallions can fight to the death to protect their mares. In this video, we …
What could be more adorable than watching a small child taking care of and riding her own pony? This little girl takes excellent care of her pony. She combs his mane, cleans his hooves, and gives him all the love he needs. Even though she is still tiny, she has already learned to put the …
The first 24 hours of a foal’s life are the most critical to supporting their well-being. They’ll experience a period of dramatic physical changes and may also be confronted with some of the greatest risks to their survival since they are at their most vulnerable during this time. Mares and foals are typically close to …
Imagine waiting in line at the market’s checkout and a horse comes behind you and waits in line as well. What would be your reaction? Check this video, where a cowboy comes into the grocery store and takes what he needs like it’s something normal, and everybody does that. Maybe he thought it would be …
Dogs are incredibly social creatures that can also adapt to almost any situation. This makes them great around a variety of other animals. Plus, their herding nature makes them feel comfortable around large, hooved animals. In fact, dogs are often used to help herd cattle and sheep without hurting them. Unfortunately, however, donkeys don’t have …
If you’re wondering who’s faster, someone on a bicycle or someone on a horse, then here’s the answer: a person on a bicycle will win hands down. Horses are faster than humans on a short run, but a human can run farther in a day than a horse. A human on a bicycle, in turn, …
Horses can be both loyal and protective, as most companion animals are. It’s easy to find examples of loyalty in horses because they will always try to protect us. This behavior is also something usual in herds. Humans can act like herd animals, but most aren’t used to it like horses are. Horses act that …
Mutual grooming between mamma horse and its foal Mutual grooming in horses is a very important behavior. This caregiving behavior is also known as epileptic behavior, which includes self and mutual grooming and it’s one of the most important horse behaviors related to relationships within a herd. In our video, this mother is grooming its …
The horse needs a full mane and tail if he’s spending time outside. Standing with his rump to the wind his tail protects his delicate underparts, and he can lower his head, so it’s shielded from the wind by the rest of his body. Horses like to play in the snow, as we see in …
In case you didn’t know, donkeys are surprisingly affectionate and loving. They seek out their trusted humans or other animals, whether to be petted, hugged, or simply to stand nearby. They can also become quite close to dogs, horses, and other pasture pals. They are smarter and more personable than a horse and just below …