Horse Blog
The Importance of Shoeing a Horse: A Practical Guide
As the saying goes ‘no foot, no horse’, the horse's foot is a very important part of the equine body. Its main function is to maintain the morphological balance of the horse, so it's important to take care of it. Apart from trimming, natural trimming and other practical horse care, what about shoeing? Is it essential for the horse to be shod or not?
Friesian Horse: Everything You Need to Know About the Breed
Nicknamed ‘The Black Pearl’, the Friesian horse is instantly recognisable thanks to its special characteristics. This rare horse with a zain coat originated in Friesland, a province of the Netherlands, from which it takes its name. It is a very old breed, used as a trotting racehorse, war horse and sport horse.
Horse Coat Colours Explained
In hippology, when we say horse coat, we are referring to the colour of the horse. Let's be clear: it's not a question of coat or fur. What is your favourite colour of horse coat? To help us answer this question, let's take a look at the list of horse coat colours that exist.
What Is the Fastest Horse in the World?
The horse has won over the human heart with its elegance, its power and its sheer magnificence. Its speed is another story altogether, and it only adds to the fascination. On the racetrack, the Quarter Horse can hit nearly 95 km/h. So is it really the fastest horse in the world? How do we even measure a horse's speed? Here is everything you need to know about the fastest horse breeds.
Equine Laminitis: How to Treat and Prevent It?
Laminitis is a common pathology in horses, affecting the foot and hoof. Well-known in the equine world, but often underestimated, laminitis is the second most common cause of death in horses after colic. It is a serious, painful and very dangerous condition.
How Much Does a Horse Weigh?
Generally speaking, it's quite difficult to make generalisations when talking about a horse's weight. Everything depends on the breed of horse. You will understand that a Mini Shetland is not worth a thoroughbred Arabian or a powerful cold-blooded horse of the Ardennes type. However, it's important to know how much your horse weighs, both for its feed ration and for equestrian activities.
