How Do Horses Mate?

Breeding horses can be harder than you might imagine, and it’s always important to know that the courtship rituals of most animals are complex than we think. Recently, I was talking with a friend who was explaining the whole process and what they had witnessed after successfully mating two horses for the first time, and …

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Is Horse Racing Ethical?

I was at the horse racing with my family this week and while we were watching the horses my brother asked me if I thought horse racing was ethical. We ended up having a very lengthy chat about it and it got me thinking. I decided to do some more research into it, and by …

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What Is Jump Racing?

What Is Jump Racing? (Explained!)

Someone I know recently told me that they thought jump races are one of the most simultaneously intense and entertaining horse races to watch. I had to agree with them on that one, and I’m going to share with you some of the reasons why that is! So, first of all, what is jump racing …

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What Is Rule 4?

What Is Rule 4? (Explained!)

I was chatting to my friend the other day about horse racing and he said that he still made money on a race when his chosen horse was announced as a non-runner because of something called a ‘rule 4’. I was surprised that he was able to still make money despite his horse not racing, …

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Can Horses Eat Sunflower Seeds?

I always love to carry snacks and treats for my horses when I go to see them. You should never stop bonding with your horse and we all know that food is almost always a great way to do that. Recently I was walking down to my pasture with a friend and, when we arrived, …

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