Understanding Horse Language: What Is A Colt Horse?
Horse lingo can be confusing for newcomers to the equine world. What is a yearling? What are chaps? What is laminitis and how can it…
Norwegian Fjord Horse Breed: A Comprehensive Guide
The Norwegian Fjord Horse is one of the oldest horse breeds in existence. With a rich history that spans thousands of years, these remarkable horses…
Why Do Horses Wear Blinders?
Have you ever driven past a horse saw them wearing something on their face covering their eyes? This equipment is called a blinder and is…
How Long Do Horses Live?
On average, domestic horses live for 25 to 30 years. The horse is a domesticated, hoofed animal belonging to the family Equidae, and it has…
Gelding Vs Stallion: What’s The Difference?
If you’ve been hanging around the stables for long enough, you’ve probably heard riders using the term “gelding” to refer to male horses. When it…
How Fast Can A Horse Run
The fastest horses are Quarter Horses, recorded at speeds of up to 57.9 mph (92.6 kph). American Quarter Horses are renowned for their sprinting ability…
Horses With Blue Eyes – Everything You Need To Know about Blue Eyed Horses
So, you’ve recently thought of buying a horse and have seen this one you love… but it has blue eyes. Is there something wrong with…
Can You Ride A Clydesdale Horse?
By Graham Skinner Yes! You can absolutely ride Clydesdale horses. While they are famous as draft horses, riding them is becoming increasingly popular due to…
The Best Oils For Horses With Ulcers
Understanding Gastric Ulcers in Horses Gastric ulcers are a common issue in horses, affecting around 90% of racehorses, 80% of sport horses, and 60% of…
Baby Clydesdale Horses and Clydesdale Foals
How do you save a rare breed? Find it’s purpose… I am obviously biased, but baby Clydesdale foals are the cutest horses in all creation….
Can Horses Eat Bread?
When it comes to feeding our horses, there are tons of questions that pop up concerning what is safe for them to eat. While there…
10 Best Horse Breeds
Here at Strathorn, we are horse enthusiasts, we’re blessed with an abundance of different horse breeds on the farm. Which is the best horse breed?…