No doubt you’ve seen photos or artwork depicting a troika, which is a traditional Russian sleigh pulled by a trio of horses. The center horse of the troika moves at a fast, extended trot. The two outside horses, called...
Ever notice how many horses have names associated with this time of year? Surely you know at least one Frosty, Peppermint, Snowball or Kris Kringle. Here are just five famous horses with seasonal names:
Stocking Stuffer: This chestnut gelding had...
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You are what you drive. At least that’s what the truck and car manufacturers would like us to believe. But that saying may hold true for horse lovers.Many of us drive pickup trucks for more than just hauling horses....
You’ve probably already heard “Jingle Bells” dozens of times this season. But have you listened to the lyrics? “Jingle Bells” was written in 1857 and mentions that “bells on bob tail ring.” A bob tail is a horse with...
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Who isn’t enthralled by the visual magic of colorful holiday lights? And if you can enjoy the sights in a horsey environment even better! Both Del Mar racetrack near San Diego, California, and Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington host...
This is traditionally the Feast Day of Sinterklaas in the Netherlands, Belgium and many other parts of Europe. Sinterklaas (Saint Nicholas) is the patron saint of children and, according to legend, he arrives via boat from Spain sometime in...
Before your barn buddies book their calendars for other activities, get them to save a date for a horsey holiday party. It’ll be a memorable occasion whether it’s an informal gathering in the tackroom, an open house where friends...
Think of everyone who might need a little trinket as a token of thanks for helping make your life with horses possible. Make your list and check it twice. Or maybe three times. Try to avoid that sense of...
