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Quarter horses have become one of the most popular breeds in the world, with nearly three million horses registered. If you’ve ever considered buying one of these trusty horses, you may have wondered just how much does a Quarter Horse cost? As one of America’s first breeds, the Quarter horse has a long history as a working horse. They have been a popular choice for working cattle, as they were the preferred mount for many cowboys thanks to their sturdy builds and calm dispositions. Today, Quarter horses are known for their versatility, as they excel in showing, pleasure, working, and…

The best horse breeds for jumping are the horses bred specifically for soaring over the fences. It’s true any horse can jump, but to compete in shows, there are some breeds that stand out as the best. In general, the best horse breeds for jumping: BreedJumping RankDutch Warmblood#1Westphalian#2Selle Français#5Oldenburg#6Irish Sport HorseIntermediate Which breed is most suitable for you depends on the level of competition as well as the type of jumping in which a rider is interested in competing. Show jumping, hunter jumping, and cross country (eventing) jumping all ask slightly different things from a horse. Show jumping requires speed and…

Spotted horses always stand out from the crowd and turn heads wherever they go. But did you know their fabulous coat is not actually the work of humans? In 2011, researchers have found genes associated with leopard spotting in the DNA of 35,000-year-old horse remnants. Spotted horse breeds also seemed to fascinate prehistoric humans, who depicted them in magnificent cave paintings. Throughout the middle ages, they appeared in art and literature. Though Appaloosas are the most famous spotted horses, many other breeds also possess this unique coloration. The most common spotted horse breeds are Appaloosa, Knabstrupper, British Spotted Pony, Nez…

Though warmbloods are often considered the best dressage horse breed and are traditionally used for high levels of competition, many other horse breeds can make wonderful dressage horses. Many breeds, including ponies, can successfully compete at different levels. Lots of breeds can make great dressage horses, some breeds naturally excel at the sport. A good dressage horse will have excellent movement at all the gaits, good conformation, and the right attitude. In fact, a successful dressage horse will have a bit of a spark. In general, here are the best dressage horse breeds: BreedDressage RankDutch Warmblood#1Hanoverian#2Westphalian#3Oldenburg#4Irish Sport HorseIntermediate Since dressage…

When it comes to trail riding, you want a horse that you can trust. As the best breeds for trail riding, these horses are sure-footed, smooth, well-mannered, and calm, yet also have a sense of adventure. A good trail horse will have a sturdy build and be steady on their feet. Size also matters as well, as you want a horse you can easily mount and dismount anywhere on a trail. Though most well-trained horses can make great trail horses, some breeds just naturally excel out on the trails. Both gaited and non-gaited horses can make wonderful mounts while out…

Big, powerful, and beautiful, draft horses are truly a sight to behold. Aside from their beauty, find out how these horses have played an important role throughout human history. However, what is a draft horse? A draft horse is a large horse that has been bred to do heavy work, such as plowing, farming, forestry, and hauling large loads. Draft horse breeds are commonly known for their well-muscled builds and docile temperaments, with many breeds sporting feathering on their legs. For hundreds of years, people have relied on draft horses to perform hard labor. Selective breeding has led to the…

Since their domestication 5,500 years ago, horses have diverged into over 600 breeds via selective breeding. Each of these breeds has its own distinct looks, talent, and temperament that make it unique. While all horse and pony breeds are special in a way, some have become more popular over the last few decades. These outstanding equines have risen to fame due to their versatility, unique appearance, and ability to excel in a particular discipline The most common horse breeds in the world are the Quarter Horse, Thoroughbred, Arabian, Standardbred, and Shetland Pony. Alongside these global breeds, every local region has…

In the Middle Ages, war horse breeds were highly valued animals that carried mounted warriors into battle. Several modern-day breeds were bred in medieval or ancient times for the sole purpose of aiding men in war. The most common medieval war horse breeds were the Friesian, Andalusian, Arabian, and Percheron. These horse breeds we’re a mixture of heavy breeds ideal for carrying armored knights, and lighter breeds for hit and run or fasting moving warfare. A collective name for all medieval warhorses was a charger. Within this category, we can distinguish destriers and coursers. Destriers were generally taller and resembled…

Arabian horses are known for their elegance, beauty, and spirit, but did you know there are different types of Arabians? We will be sharing the different types of purebred Arabian horses and their differences. There are six types of purebred Arabian horses: Egyptian, Russian, Polish, Spanish, Crabbet, and Shagya. Though each type of Arabian is similar, they each have unique characteristics and history. See our more detailed list below about each Arabian horse: Egyptian Arabian J A Sullivan / Shutterstock.com The Egyptian line is the purest of all Arabians, as its pureblood status comes from an unbroken lineage. Egyptian Arabians can…

Black horse breeds have always carried an air of mystique around them. They are the subjects of human admiration, as well as countless legends, books, and films. The most common black horse breeds are the Friesian, Percheron, Fell Pony, Murgese, and Mérens. The most famous black horse in history is Bucephalus, the horse of Alexander the Great. Interestingly, pure black horses are quite hard to come by. Really dark bay and brown colors are often mistaken for black. These “false black” horses only show their true colors when the light hits them at a certain angle. Although black horses are…

Forever eye-catching and fashionable, white horses were often ridden by knights or gifted to royalty. The most common white horse breeds are the Lipizzan, Camargue, Connemara, Boulonnais, and Shagya Arabian. Most of these breeds have been selectively bred over centuries for their unique white coat for owners to show off. But are white horses really white? While this might seem like a rhetorical question, it’s a debate equestrian and laypeople often have. As a matter of fact, true white horses are extremely rare. They are born and stay white throughout their lives and are usually dark-eyed with pink skin. What…

Some of the oldest and most ancient horse breeds in the world date back thousands of years. They have made great contributions to human civilization and the creation of modern horse breeds. Each of today’s oldest horse breeds have a unique appearance and bear traits from the first horses that crossed human history. A horses’ intelligence and bravery are second to none and have earned the respect of the equine community worldwide. The oldest horse breeds in the world are the Icelandic, Norwegian Fjord, Akhal-Teke, Mongolian, Arabian, and Caspian. The oldest of these is the Caspian horse breed which is…

Irish horse breeding is one of the most elite in the world. The nation’s horseracing traditions date back thousands of years, with some of the most prestigious Thoroughbred studs found here. Racehorses from Irish bloodlines such as the famous Sea The Stars, Zarkava, or Yeat have gone on to win several Group 1 races and international championships. Other than world-class Thoroughbreds, Ireland has also got several native horse and pony breeds. Most of them developed from the now-extinct Irish Hobby, a short but swift light cavalry horse of the Middle ages. The national horse breed of Ireland is the Irish…

French horse breeding has undoubtedly delivered high quality and standards over the past few centuries. Today, the industry is closely supervised by the French Institute of the Horse and Riding (IFCE). Until recently, the French National Stud (Haras Nationaux) played a central role in many breeding programs all over the country. Across 24 stud farms, the institution offered a selection of prestigious Thoroughbred and harness racing stallions at an affordable stud fee. Many modern French horse breeds trace back to the now extinct Anglo-Norman horse. This influential breed developed in the 19th century from Thoroughbred, trotter and local Norman stock.…

Eternal symbols of freedom, wild horses have captured the hearts of many over the past centuries. Wild horses galloping across the land is a romantic image that we see in countless literature and art pieces. The most common wild horse breeds are the mustang, Przewalski, Brumby, and Welsh Pony. These breeds still roam the wild in parts of the world, such as Europe, America, and Australia. However, the only true wild horse breed is the Mongolian Przewalski’s Horse. What most people call “wild horses” are actually feral or semi-feral animals living in a natural setting. The difference between a wild…

At some point, every child dreamed about having a horse or pony. The lucky few who get to experience owning a horse are not only in for a big adventure but also some important life lessons. As for the parents, such a commitment comes with great cost and responsibility. Ultimately, it all comes down to three factors when choosing the best horse breeds for kids: size, type, and temperament. As a general rule, children up to 12 years old ride 12.2 hh ponies. From 12 to 16, they can move towards 14.2 hh ponies. From 16 years onwards, children usually…

A pesar de que, en algunos países de Europa, como España, la tasa de natalidad desciende cada vez más, esta pareja decidió no contribuir con esas estadísticas, rompiendo todos los esquemas de las tendencias de ahora, tienen 21 hijos. Kristina Öztürk, de 23 años, y su esposo Galip Öztürk, de 57 años, un millonario empresario, se convirtieron en padres de 21 hijos a través del método de la gestación subrogada. Kristina conoció a su esposo en un viaje a Georgia, él había estado casado y tenía 8 hijos, en Turquía emprendió un negocio en el sector de turismo y transporte…

Cuando Antony y Amy Roux dieron la bienvenida a su segundo hijo, no cabían en sí de felicidad. El pequeño Roux Owen había sido esperado con ansias, pero las cosas comenzaron a complicarse cuando notaron que no se estaba alimentando apropiadamente. Roux vive en la ciudad de Leeds en Inglaterra. Sus padres acudieron a un médico en búsqueda de ayuda y una serie de pruebas reveló que el pequeño tenía un peligroso tumor cerebral. Tenía tan sólo un mes de vida cuando recibió el terrible diagnóstico y desde entonces tuvo que pasar largas temporadas en el hospital. El tumor de…

Cada vez estamos más cerca de la ansiada noche de Navidad. Todos alistan su mejor atuendo, se afinan los detalles de la cena y los niños esperan llenos de alegría la llegada de papá Noel. Se trata de una de las fechas más importantes del calendario porque podemos convivir con los seres que más amamos: la familia y los amigos. La Navidad es una época de compartir y esto es algo que saben muy bien los niños. Al menos, esto fue lo que demostró un pequeño niño de tan solo 12 años de edad que se propuso una gran meta…

La generosidad de una comunidad escolar nos tiene a todos conmovidos. Esto, después de que un grupo de empleados decidieran solidarizarse con la terrible situación familiar que atraviesa un profesor y deciden apoyarlo con un gesto invaluable. David Green, un profesor de historia y entrenador de fútbol de Alabama, se enfrenta a un episodio muy duro en su vida y la de su familia, su hija pequeña fue diagnosticada con leucemia el 22 de octubre del año pasado. Desde su diagnóstico, Kinsley Green se ha sometido a tres rondas de quimioterapias para pacientes hospitalizados y se espera que se someta…

No existen palabras para expresar lo que debe sentir Beatriz Zimmermann, la madre de las niñas que desaparecieron en Tenerife junto a su padre, el pasado 27 de abril. Tras haber cumplido 35 años, nunca perdió la fe y siempre estuvo convencida de que a pesar de las peores intenciones de Tomás Gimeno, su expareja, por hacerla sufrir en vida, ella podría abrazar de nuevo a las pequeñas Anna y Olivia. Pero tristemente, todo se esfumó con el hallazgo del cuerpo sin vida de su hija mayor, Olivia, de seis años. Un incomprensible y desgarrador final en el caso que…

Juan Pablo es un niño como hay muchos, desgraciadamente. Ni él ni sus hermanos menores nunca supieron quién fue su padre, y vivieron con su madre hasta que esta, en un desafortunado día gris, también desapareció entre la lluvia y nunca más sus hijos volvieron a saber de ella. A partir de allí, Juan tuvo que crecer antes de tiempo, y con tan solo 11 años de edad tomó las riendas de su familia y se hizo cargo de él mismo y de sus hermanitos. En ese sentido, Juan Pablo es un niño como pocos. Tú, adulto que me lees…

La pandemia por el COVID-19 no hace distinción de personas, una gran cantidad de menores de edad han sido afectados, y si presentan patologías previas la situación empeora. Tal es el caso de un niño en Brasil, después de un angustioso mes pudo por fin ver una luz al final del túnel. Se enfrentó a una gran batalla Luan Almeida de Queiroz de 7 años de edad, nació con una enfermedad congénita denominada anemia de células falciformes que conlleva a la creación de glóbulos rojos en cantidades fuera de lo normal. Gilsilene Almeida Lisboa Queiroz, madre del niño y su…

Lamentablemente muchos niños sufren las consecuencias de la falta de empatía y sensibilidad de algunos adultos que no tienen idea del compromiso que implica la crianza de un hijo. Los padres deberían asumir la responsabilidad de velar por el bienestar y salud de sus hijos, pero esta premisa no siempre se cumple. En México, una madre dejó a su bebé a su suerte después de pedirle a una mujer que lo cuidara. “Me pidió que cuidara a su bebé un rato, pero ya no regresó”, relató Alicia Ramírez, una humilde madre que tenía poco tiempo de haber llegado a la…