Standing next to an adult horse might have you feeling like a speck against a massive, four-legged machine. No doubt, horses grow to a behemoth size which we often take for granted. But even if it seems like your trusty steed’s growth knows no end, it will stop at some point. So exactly when do … Read more
Whether it’s a horse or a human, nose bleeds can be quite the scare. Often dramatized in films and media as a serious medical emergency, seeing a nose bleed in person can definitely put you in a panic. That’s especially true when you see it happen to your beloved horse. If there’s anything you need … Read more
If you’ve ever brought a new horse to your ranch, you might have noticed it dozing off while standing up. In fact, even a horse you’ve had for a while might demonstrate the same peculiar sleeping habits. But why do horses sleep standing up? Before you call your vet to get your trusty steed checked, … Read more
We typically think of horses as majestic, graceful creatures. So seeing one rolling on the floor might go against our preconceived notions about these powerful animals. Are they trying to be funny or is there more to it than just being a quirky habit? Why do horses roll? No doubt, seeing your trusty steed squirming … Read more
Strong and majestic, most people often think of horses as powerful, dignified animals. But if you’ve ever taken care of a horse yourself, you’ll know that underneath that kingly exterior, these animals hide a silly, comical side that shows through their behavior. Sometimes acting in cartoonish ways, there are quite a number of funny things … Read more
In 2013, a study published in the journal Biodiversity and Conservation detailed how humans use anthropomorphism to better understand interactions with animals. That is – we tend to attribute human behaviors and characteristics to animals in order to feel more connected to them. This explains why when a horse curls back its lips and displays … Read more
People often think of horses as strong, majestic, and dignified. So if you’re a newbie owner, seeing your horse chew on wood might challenge your preconceived notions. You may be scratching your head asking why do horses chew on wood? Interestingly, the strange behavior is just one of the many funny things horses do and … Read more
Foals are just the sweetest things on earth and, they’re born completely developed. A horse is a prey animal, so they have the best chances of survival when they’re born so physically advanced. However, it takes a long time for a baby horse to develop in the womb of a pregnant mare, longer than a … Read more
It might sound a little strange, but the question “Why do horses eat dirt?” comes up a lot at the barn. This is because we often see our equine friends nibbling away at grit and earth. And even though this might seem like a bad habit to us, when horses eat dirt, usually they do … Read more
In the wild, horses have lived in a huge range of different habitats. And often they would have come across lakes and rivers. But these days most horses are domesticated. So they’re not used to seeing open stretches of water. So as a horse owner, you might be left wondering “can horses swim?”. Table of … Read more