Posted by admin | Under horse training
Monday Aug 31, 2009
There’s just something about the majestic Horse facts Guide Amazon’;return true;” onmouseout=”self.status=””>horse that’s enthralled human beings for thousands years. Whether it’s the gentle giants’ grace and beauty or their ability to help humans get big jobs done – or both – humans and horses have gone hand-in-hand throughout history. In addition their more utilitarian functions, horses have also been greatly appreciated for their ability to race. In fact, horse racing has been and remains a big attraction.
The roots of horse racing date back to about 4,500 BC when nomads from Central Asia first learned to domesticate the gentle beasts. Known for their grace, agility and speed, horses were naturals for use in competition. In the past, horse racing was a sport of kings and nobility. Knights and their noble steeds would race, training for battle and long-distance runs.
Nowadays, horse racing is a big business that centers on a lucrative industry that rakes in millions and millions of dollars through the placement of bets. Modern horse racing is one of the few forms of legalized gambling and it’s one that’s enjoyed by people around the globe.
Horse racing is such a big sport, in fact, that figures from the late 1980s show that more than 56 million people attended racing events and bet more than $9 billion on their favorites. The numbers have only climbed from there!
Thoroughbred horse racing is by far the most popular of the types of horse racing that involves wagering. But what are thoroughbreds and why are they so fun to watch and bet on?
Thoroughbreds basically are a special breed of horse that traces its ancestry back to specific horses. Thoroughbreds are primarily horses that have Arabian descent that have been bred specifically for ability to carry weight while maintaining speed over extended distances. Sleek, beautiful and fast, thoroughbreds are born to run and run well. To be considered competitive stock, thoroughbreds must maintain a strict pedigree, as well.
The tradition of horse racing in America and elsewhere runs deep, especially with the thoroughbreds. American thoroughbred horse racing has long been a popular sport with winning horses becoming household names. With four-legged heroes such as Citation, Secretariat and Seattle Slew to champion the way, the American sport of thoroughbred racing is well established and followed.
In America the big thoroughbred races center around three particular events – the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness Stakes and the Belmont Stakes. Horses that can win all three races in a single year are deemed “Triple Crown” winners and are celebrated in much the same manner as a Super Bowl-winning quarterback would be. Very few horses can pull off wins in all three arenas.
So, what is the draw of horse racing?
That answer depends on the spectator in question. But, for many, it’s the thrill of the race itself, rooting for a favorite horse and the chance to rake in big on bets. Some, however, simply enjoy watching the incredible spectacle of the beautiful and large animals race around the track with a level of grace a ballerina could only hope for. Whatever the draw, horse racing is a sport that runs deep in tradition and is loved by millions.
Ray La Foy http://www.articlesbase.com/sports-and-fitness-articles/horse-racing-in-an-ancient-sport-that-flourishes-today-83849.html
Posted by admin | Under horse training
Monday Aug 31, 2009
Went to a training session at a girls Horse facts Guide Amazon’;return true;” onmouseout=”self.status=””>horse camp where they were teaching young girls to work on grd manners w/ young horses 2.5-4 yrs. I went with my 2.5yr old mare. Another 3.5yr old mare was a serious pill. i.e. first rubbing head on handler and not respecting space then when trainer got a hold of the horse, the horse became more pushy and agitated then she began to rear and strike. Each bout of misbehavior followed w/physical punishment starting with a yank on the lead to slap to crop slap a couple of times.
I raised the question to the trainer if physical punishment was absolutely neccessary. She said yes. It all about "domination." Also, added that you often need to catch the horses leg and let them flip themselves over when they rear and strike.
I am raising this question to others because i have not had to hit my horse. I openly admit I am toooo emotional about my horse. So far my mare is extremely responsive and I have really enjoyed hanging around with her.
to say that a person could catch a 1200 pound animals front leg in the air, when they are striking at you and flip them over is probably about the stupidist thing i’ve ever heard in all the years i’ve been around horses.
sometimes you have to use some physical force against your horse, but only in isolated instances and never in anger or to be cruel. chances are a person normally can’t really hurt a horse by hitting it, they are too big and strong. let’s face it, when horses around other horses they are always kicking and biting each other, and much harder than a human ever could. however, your hitting them inappropriately can really hurt their training and your relationship with them
STAY AWAY from this idiot trainer. find a real professional, i’d recommend Kevin Wescott, you can find him at www.liverystable.net
Posted by admin | Under horse breeds
Monday Aug 31, 2009
im getting a few horses in a few years(it may even be 3-5 years) and im starting to think about what type of horse breed i should get and i just saw a picture of a Canadian horse and it looked pretty nice but are they strong and famous? and are they compatible with cold weather? if there are any other horse breeds that are strong that you know about please tell me. and if your wondering why i want a strong and famous horse, i wanna get a horse that will actually look nice and stand tall with confidence.
we have a half morgan half canadian horse. she is just as sweet as could be, and a powerhouse of a horse. the standing tall part might be a problem. canadian horses as a breed (from what i know anyways) are not very tall. in fact, ours could probably be classified as a pony. they are not very well known either, we had to do ALOT of research to find out what ours was, nobody knew. everybody said. "Well…she’s part morgan and….I dunno"
they are very compatible with cold weather, ours would rather stand out in an ice storm then her stall. they are incredibly easy keepers and will gain all kinds of weight on just a little grain and some grass. they are very healthy, and hardworking, strong horses. if you want a horse for pulling a wagon, i wouldn’t recommend anything else.
umm. i’m not sure what you mean by wanting a strong and famous horse. but if you want a big strong horse thats pretty well known. Tennessee walking horses are great for riding
i would like some basic information about american saddlebred..
ok this is a silly question but my sister wanted to ask it she wants to know how tall they grow what colours you can get them in and that sort of thing
Does anyone know ANYTHING that is cool and unique about these horses. Like, that makes one breed better than the rest, or where their name comes from. PLEASE! I REALLY NEED YOUR HELP!
http://www.imh.org/imh/bw/tbred.html – perfect thoroughbred site
http://www.kyhorsepark.com/imh/bw/morgan.html – morgan site
http://www.kyhorsepark.com/imh/bw/ash.html – saddlebred site
Posted by admin | Under horse trivia
Monday Aug 31, 2009
Where did the 2 Stallions and the 4 Mares that where the first to step on Australian ground come from ?
Cape of Good Hope
Cape Horn
Copacabana
i think its the cape of good hope, but i wanted to make sure, thanks
yep. Its cape of good hope.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Australian_Stock_Horse#History
That talks about it a little.
http://library.thinkquest.org/03oct/00128/en/horses/history.htm
And thats a great website if you’re just looking for more information on the origin.
Hope I helped! Best of luck!
is it:
A)Comes from the fact that horses suffering from emphysema, in the age of cavalry, were considered as "good for nothing"
B)Designates someone that is lazy
C)Comes from the fact that the soldiers aimed at the horse’s flank in calvalry times
or
D)Designates the raising of the horse’s flanks whose breathing is obstructed by emphysema
My friend keeps asking me, but i don’t know the answer.
Posted by admin | Under info on horses
Monday Aug 31, 2009
i have a repor do on monday im in fith grade so i need some info about horses horse experts will you help me out please i nead some help!!!! help help help but no smarting around help!! i need a perfect score so please experts help!!!!!!!!
Nobody can tell you enough info to write a report on horses through yahoo answers, your best bet would be to actually do your work and google horses go to websites like wikipedia, or an encyclopedia.
Paints is a Horse facts Guide Amazon’;return true;” onmouseout=”self.status=””>horse breed!!!!!!! I am in 4-H and I know for a fact that "Paints" are a breed!!!!!! Are you kidding me?
It really doesn’t matter if you are in 4-H or not. Paint horse is a COLOUR breed, like palomino. But paints are a crop-out, or a color that has been removed from the American Quarter Horse Association (Quarter Horse) for having too much white. Was once considered a huge colour mistake. But, unlike a palomino horse that can be registered both (AQHA, and PHBA) Where as the paint can only be registered in the paint association… cause its a nerd of the quarter horses. See…:)
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