Should You Look Horses In The Eye And What Does It Mean If You Do?
We’re often told that because horses are prey animals you shouldn't look them directly in the eye but I’ve often wondered whether or not this was true, after all, my horses actively try to catch...
If you’re anything like me you’ll love giving your horses hugs but have you ever thought about whether they like being hugged as much as we enjoy hugging them? I know most of us will say that we...
Do Horses Have Good Endurance: How Far Can They Run WITHOUT Stopping
It’s not often that I’m lost for words or don’t know how to answer a question but when I was asked recently how far horses could run without stopping I had to admit I didn’t know. Feeling a...
Can Horses Eat Christmas Trees: A Tasty Treat Or Poisonous Plant
If you live near a Christmas tree farm or aren’t sure what to do with your Christmas tree after the twelfth night then you might be wondering if they’re okay for horses to eat. I know it’s...
I’ve been thinking a lot recently about whether horses and pigs make good field mates or not (in part because I think pigs are cute and want to get one). I’ve noticed that you often see horses...
Are Horses Scared Of Gunshots & Does The Sound Hurt Their Ears?
If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at cowboy mounted shooting or like the idea of hunting from your horse then you might be wondering if the sound of the gun will scare them or not? This is...
