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January 27th, 2012 by Paige
Friday again and time to visit another exotic location and learn about the interesting horse breeds it’s given rise to. Looking at each breed in the context of their origins is a fascinating ride, & today a peek at the breeds from Kazakhstan.
Ancient Strains
Most of the breeds from Kazakhstan have ancient origins, and have been traditionally bred by local people for thousands (& thousands) of years. The Adev, part of the Kazakh breed dates back to the 5th century BC. This area is known for horse culture and the people have always been dependent on the equine animal, for transport as well as nourishment. Harsh environments make for sturdier animals and the native animals are quite hardy and adaptable beasts.
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January 26th, 2012 by Paige
Today’s videos are all about trailers & how to make them work. Let’s face it, this isn’t something you can learn to do behind a computer, but at least it gives you an idea what to expect.
Getting Around
Some people have horses for their entire lives without putting wheels under them and other equines should get frequent flyer miles. However, knowing how to hitch up, prepare and the basics for towing trailers is always a good thing. So here goes, five videos with helpful trailer tips.
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January 25th, 2012 by Paige
This weeks artsy horse post is a little different from the last few. While it still comes from the same book, these illustrations may be better used for information than coloring.
Interesting Nonetheless
These drawings come from a book titled Horsemanship for Women, published in 1887 by Theodore Hoe Mead & illustrated by Gray Parker. Although they may not be a budding artist’s dream, they are still helpful illustrations for some disciplines. If you want something with a little more horse to color, check out parts one, two, three & four.
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January 24th, 2012 by Paige
Today’s poem is an epic written by Robert Burns in 1790. In it Burns paints an unforgettable picture of the drinking class in a Scotch town called Ayr.
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January 23rd, 2012 by Paige
It’s Monday morning again but that means time to learn about another plant your horse can’t eat. Today we’ll take a closer look at a commonly found plant, the Curly Leafed Dock Sorrel.
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