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urban horse

Image from martnpro

A while back I posted about horses in urban settings, something which most horse lovers find sad. The noise, pollution & stress of the city makes it a really bad place for such a sensitive animal.
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Published by Paige on Saturday, August 21st, 2010

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Pinto Face

Image from Carrot Mama

Although I like to think I’m an equal opportunity horse lover, I must admit that where color is concerned I like pintos the best. Yes, I know there is a whole rainbow of equine colors out there to admire. But really the best part about that is that pintos come in almost every single one of them.
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Published by Paige on Tuesday, August 17th, 2010

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Horse Facial Expressions

Image from Martin Cathrae

Believe it or not horses are very expressive animals & reading their body language is an important part of being around such a huge, powerful animal. Here are some fun & obvious expressions of emotion – not in their body language but simply by the expression on their face.
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Published by Paige on Monday, August 16th, 2010

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Foal

Recently I had a reader ask me about the color of one of her recent foals. Unfortunately the more I learn the more equine genetics confuse me. So I thought that some of my readers might be able to help.

The animals & all of the pictures belong to Cindy over at Windgate Miniature Horse Farm. Here is a little background on her parents & there are more pictures of her below.
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Published by Paige on Thursday, August 12th, 2010

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Equestrian Fashion Ad
It’s striking just how many horses are used in the fashion industry and I’m under the assumption that they are treated fairly well. Even though some of them are subject to silly pictures and terrible fashion.

As I started looking for images I was delighted with how many fashionista horses I was able to find, plus I’m not finished looking so there may be a part 3 in the works. Back to work I go.
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Published by Paige on Tuesday, August 10th, 2010

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