Horse lovers enjoy nothing more than gazing out at a paddock full of grazing horses. What is even more magical to watch is when horses groom or play with each other. Horses form relationships with horses and other animals, including their owners. But do horses get lonely, or do they enjoy solitude? In short, horses…
We have all seen Hollywood movies where horse and human have a happy reunion after being kept apart. But do horses remember people in real life, or is this just a feel-good feature in the movies? And if they do remember us, how do they tell us apart from another person? Many experts agree that…
Having your own horse can be one of life’s greatest pleasures. There is nothing better than enjoying a sunrise with the sound of your best friend munching on hay or grass. Most horse lovers dream of having horses right outside their kitchen window. But how much land does a horse need? Do you have enough…
Whether for pleasure, sport, or both, owning horses brings much joy to many people. While they’re lovely animals to keep, they’re also complicated. They have unique and specific needs that are always changing. For example, a horse shivering in the cold rain may need a blanket, but that’s not always the answer. Have you recently…
When it starts to rain, we normally run for cover – whether that is indoors, under an umbrella, or reaching for a waterproof coat. We don’t like being cold and wet! But do horses need shelter from the rain, just like we do? After all, wild horses survived outside without a fancy stable or a…
Horses are prey animals, which means that they have a strong instinct to flee in the face of danger. This means that they can be jumpy and spook easily if scared. One solution is for your horse to share its day-to-day space with a goat. It’s known that goats have a calming effect on horses. …
If you own or look after horses and cows, you may well be wondering if they can graze together. Being able to have your horses and cows on the same pasture is convenient, and cost-effective. But is it best practice for your equine and bovine friends? The short answer is yes, cows and horses can…
We know that horses are sociable animals, but do they only socialize with other horses? Or can they have other companions? If you run a farm or a homestead and keep various livestock, you may wonder – is a cow a good companion for a horse? The answer is yes, very much so! Cows are…
There is a lot to think about if you are considering owning or leasing a horse. One of the first things to think about is where you will keep your horse. When you pay a fee to a stable owner for your horse to live there, this is called boarding. There are different types of…