Are There Horses In Africa?

Are There Horses In Africa? (Find Out!)

My son and I were watching a documentary about wildlife in Africa the other day, and we were quite surprised to learn that there are virtually no wild horses on the continent. This really surprised us, since humans tamed horses so long ago, and Africa is where we came from. The documentary didn’t expand on …

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How Do You Treat Colic In Horses?

How Do You Treat Colic In Horses?

One of my horses has been sick with colic recently. He’s been a trooper through the whole thing, but it has been really hard on him. He’s on the mend now and feeling much better, but this was my first time dealing with colic, and I wasn’t exactly totally prepared for it. Nonetheless I’ve learned …

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Can Horses Eat Peanut Butter?

Can Horses Eat Peanut Butter?

I was making a sandwich in the kitchen the other day when I started thinking about new treats for my horse. I was making a peanut butter and jelly, so naturally I was wondering about whether peanut butter is safe for horses. My dogs have always loved it, and what are horses if not just …

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Can Horses Drink Gatorade?

Many athletes know the relief of drinking some Gatorade after an intense workout or sports session. Gatorade is good for replacing electrolytes lost through sweating and is an excellent drink for post workout recovery. Many animals sweat a lot when they exercise, such as horses, and lose a lot of electrolytes in the process. But …

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Is It Cruel To Keep A Horse Stabled?

I was leaning on the fence of the pasture, watching my horse run around in the cool autumn weather. She looked so happy and free, content as peaches, wandering and grazing in the grass. Taking deep breaths of fresh air in my lungs, I felt grateful to have the option of keeping her somewhere she …

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