Horse Breeds – Thoroughbreds
Image via Wikipedia Thoroughbreds are known as "America's Racing Horse". This breed of horse runs at the race track every single day around the world. History of the Thoroughbred: This breed of horse was originally bred in England due to the English horsemen's desire to have a fast race horse. There are three that founded this bloodline which are: Byerley Turk, Darley Arabian and Godolphin Arabian, named after their respective owners, Thomas Darley, Lord Godolphin and Captain Robert Byerley. All of these stallions were imported to England from the Mediterranean Middle East between 1670 and 1710. The result was an animal that could ...
So, You Want To Buy A Horse – What Do You Need To Know?
Image via Wikipedia Before you go to the great expense of buying a horse, you need to evaluate how good a rider you are, and just how much do you really know about horses and horse care. Make no mistake, you need to really be honest with yourself as this is a huge commitment. Ask yourself what size and age of horse would work best for you as well. Okay you have just fallen in love with a flashy looking equine and now what? What do you want to achieve and is THIS the horse for you? Are you going to be ...
Finding the Best Equestrian Gifts
Image via Wikipedia What's the perfect gift for a horse lover? That would have to be a horse. But if you do not have the finances, or if they already has one, then you buy the next best thing. With the many options available, there is one gift that would best suit any horse lover. Here are some equestrian gifts that you can find for your loved one. For a young horse lover, you can get him a toy pony. You can also find a bag, tote or purse with horse design, a boot box where pens, markers or brushes can be ...
Horses – Seattle Slew
Image by Paul-W via Flickr In the short list of triple crown winners, this horse had to be one of the biggest bargains in racing history. We're referring to the puzzle of a wonder, Seattle Slew. The story of this horse is just another reminder of how weird the sport of horse racing can be and how unpredictable it can also be. All over the racing industry millionaires were spending small fortunes trying to breed the best horses they could in the hopes of coming away with a winner. While this mad spending was going on a few friends got together and ...
Equestrian Employment: Where can You Fit In Well?
Image via WikipediaThe term equestrian has been around for several decades or so. With this comes the concept known as equestrianism which points out to one's skill of driving and riding horses. Such a broad description, isn't it? However, for a simpler understanding of it, equestrianism includes the use of the horse for practical, recreational, and working purposes and activities. Likewise, it is worth mentioning that equestrianism also means employing the said animal in a competitive sport. With the great number of people who express their fondness for horses, the number of equestrians especially in the entire United States has tremendously ...
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Beach Horseback Riding
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Horseback Trail Riding
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Horseback Riding Camps
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Horses – Whirlaway
Image via Wikipedia Before the great horse Citation, who was trained by Ben Jones and ridden by jockey Eddie Arcaro to victory for the 1948 triple crown, there was another horse that they had the distinction of also taking to triple crown glory, one of the most wild horses in all of racing history.... Read More
Horse Racing Tips from Those Who Have Been There and Done It
Image by RaeA via Flickr The best horse racing tip is from those who have been there and done it. Simply put, these are the people who have bet on horse racing for a long time and have tried all the possibilities involved in this game. These same people are also the ones who have come to realize... Read More
A horseshoe necklace brings good luck?
Image by moonrat42 via Flickr Most people choose to buy a horseshoe necklace as a symbol of good luck and fortune; such jewels make great gifts to be offered to a dear one on birthdays, Mother’s Day or even special family occasions. Furthermore, both men and women can wear a horseshoe necklace... Read More
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