Tagged With Horses

Close-up portrait of a zebra with flared nostrils, pinned back ears, and narrowed, hostile eyes

Zebra Aggression: Why Are Zebras So Mean?

26 May 2024

Zebras are known for their aggression, and they will often use powerful kicks and bites to protect their herd, territory, and offspring from threats.

Equestrian competitor on a chestnut-colored warmblood horse expertly executing a jump over obstacles

Is Horseback Riding a Sport? Exploring the Physical and Mental Demands

10 May 2024

Horseback riding is a sport that is both physically and mentally challenging and requires a combination of athleticism, strength, and teamwork with an animal.

Chestnut Arabian mare standing in a lush green pasture, with a swollen belly indicating an expected foal

How Long Are Horses Pregnant? An Explanation of the Mare Gestation Period

22 April 2024

Most horse pregnancies last between 11 and 12 months, although the length of gestation can be influenced by the age of the mare, the breed of the horse, and the nutrition of the mare.

An elderly-looking grey dapple horse standing next to a middle-aged human, highlighting the similarities and differences in their relative ages

Decoding Equine Aging: How Many Horse Years in a Human Year?

15 April 2024

Converting horse years to human years is difficult because horses mature at different rates. However, there are some general age ranges that can help.

Chestnut brown Quarter Horse standing beside a person with a height measuring stick in a fenced pasture

How to Measure a Horse: A Complete Guide to Height and Weight

14 March 2024

Important ways to measure the size of a horse, including the classic ‘hands’ method, weight tapes, and how conformation plays a role.

Brown horse with shiny coat eating hay in a green pasture, ignoring a bowl of meat, on a scenic farm

Do Horses Eat Meat? Equine Dietary Needs Explained

13 March 2024

Learning about the reasons horses, who are herbivores, can't process animal protein well and the dangers of feeding them a non-herbivorous diet.

Majestic palomino horse standing in a sunny pasture with rolling green hills in the background

How Long Does a Horse Live? Insights into Equine Lifespan

11 March 2024

Things that impact the length of a horse's life include: veterinary care, nutrition, genetics, exercise, environmental management, and disease prevention.

Chestnut horse eating fresh watermelon from a person's hand in a sunny pasture

Can Horses Have Watermelon? A Complete Guide to Feeding Horses Fruit

28 February 2024

Nutritional information and tips on how to feed your horse watermelon, including how much to give them, what to watch out for, and how to balance their diet.