Are you a horse lover?
Some horse lovers think of them as pets, like one of their dogs or cats - the only difference is that they can't live in your house (usually!).
Because horses are rarely used as a piece of equipment necessary for transportation or farming any more, they have become an animal that is used for sport or recreation. Many horse owners spend lots of money to feed, house, train, and care for them.
There are three Olympic sports that use horses: Dressage, Jumping, and Eventing. If you want to know more go to Opympic Horse Sports.
Horses Are Wonderful Animals
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"Horses make you feel good!
Horses let you be yourself!"
Types of Horses
A Horse For Everyone
There are many breeds of horses. Some are better suited for riding while others are bred for pulling a cart or carriage. Some horses are very tall while others aren't much bigger than a large dog. One type of horse is better for English riding while others are better for Western riding, however horses can be very versatile and are able to perform in lots of areas. Thoroughbreds are usually bred for racing but they also perform well at dressage, hunter/jumper sports, as well as some western disciplines. Horses were domesticated hundreds of years ago and have been used by man for riding and other forms of transportation, as well as animals for farming.
There are many horse breed registries in countries all over the world. If you want to find one visit this website: Horse Breeds and clink on the type of breed to see all the registries. Each one has specific conformation and pedigree requirements. Some are very purebred type registries only allowing horses with pure pedigrees into their books, while others are looking for specific types and are more liberal with the pedigree requirements. Many of them have specific brands that are usually placed on the horses left hip when they are accepted into the registry. There are also a lot of mixed breed horses with no registration papers performing well in many areas or the horse world.
Whatever horse sport or job that you want to do - there is a horse out there that can do it for you. They come in lots of colors, shapes, sizes, and temperaments. You can even have one just to decorate your yard or pasture!
A Great Lens about Horse Breeds
This lens has lots of information and pictures about the more popular horse breeds.-
Stock Photos of Horse Breeds used in Equestrian Competition
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People have used horses for thousands of years, for transportation, food, and machinery. Over time People have developed different ways to get the same jobs done. Today horses are kept for their owners to enjoy and ride for pleasure. Horses are used...
From Charles de Kunffy:
"In partnership with a horse, one is seldom lacking for thought, emotion and inspiration. One is always attended by a great companion."
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What people are saying about horses
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- both horses done! now heading to Encino to get new glasses!
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- Running Times Magazine: Wild Horses Keep Draggin' Me Away http://tinyurl.com/yze8a5s
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P.S. You can start your own debate, too.
Patrick - My 1997 Dutch Warmblood Stallion
ASPCA
Equine Fund
The Society was formed to alleviate the injustices animals faced then, and we continue to battle cruelty today. Whether it's saving a pet who has been accidentally poisoned, fighting to pass humane laws, rescuing animals from abuse or sharing resources wi
Thinking About Buying A Horse?
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So You Want to Own a Horse
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Since the ripe old age of four I have been obsessed with horses. Having passed the 40-something mark without losing interest (hey, I even kept all my Breyers :o), I think it's fairly safe to declare them a lifelong love. While the other kids in my ki...
Lenses made by Horse Lovers
More reasons people love horses.
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Fjord horses
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A Fjordhorse is... The Norwegian Fjord Horse is a small purebred horse of dun color with a distinctive dorsal stripe. The origin of the horse predates written history, but the Norwegian government has maintained official records of the breed since 184...
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Horse Breeds
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Welcome to my lens on horse breeds! Here I have written about many different breeds and all the information you will need on them. They start with a fact file on color, region, uses and hight. I also put in some cool horse information books and DVD/V...
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Breeding and Training Warmblood Horses
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Lost World Farm is the home of the Dutch Warmblood breeding stallion, Patrick, his offspring, mares, and several other horses for sale, training, and competition. We breed, train, sell and show Warmblood Horses. I made this lens to provide informati...
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The Horse and Pony Corral
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Welcome to the Horse and Pony Corral! Here you will find useful things such as information, helpful hints, book recommendations, great gifts and more. We are a horse crazy family, who love to care for and ride our horses together. We are providing t...
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My Dutch Warmblood Stallion - Patrick
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Patrick, my white (techinically grey), Dutch Warmblood stallion is a beautiful, talented, versitile, and kindhearted gentleman. He touches the hearts of every person who encounters him with his sweet character. His dazzeling white coat has a silver s...
Books About Horses
Learn more about horses
Half Broke Horses: A True-Life Novel
Amazon Price: $14.04 (as of 11/11/2009) 
Horse Soldiers: The Extraordinary Story of a Band of US Soldiers Who Rode to Victory in Afghanistan
Amazon Price: $15.12 (as of 11/11/2009)
Out Stealing Horses: A Novel
Amazon Price: $10.08 (as of 11/11/2009)
Behold a Pale Horse
Amazon Price: $25.00 (as of 11/11/2009)
The Horse Boy: A Father's Quest to Heal His Son
Amazon Price: $16.49 (as of 11/11/2009)
Movies About Horses
Which Horse Movie Do You Like Best?
There are lots more out there. Help me find them!
The Horse Whisperer
Academy Award(R)-winner Robert Redford (Best Direc more...0 points
Wild Horse Redemption
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Why do you love horses?
What is so special about them anyway?
Let people know why you love horses and what is special about yours.
AppalachianCountry wrote...
Great lens. Thank-you for all the detail on breeds, we do like horses.
Posted May 21, 2009
LindaW wrote...
in reply to alteredkat Thanks for visiting my lens. Hope you get to ride a horse again someday!
Posted February 06, 2009
alteredkat wrote...
When I was 8 my parents sent me to riding camp...I loved it and my horse (Queenie) and have very fond memories of it...am I equipped to own my own horse...nope. But I do think they are a beautiful creature!
Thanks for visiting & commenting on my twttrstrm laptops vs desktops. I appreciate your help & opinions.
Posted February 06, 2009
LindaW wrote...
When I am around my horses I always feel good. If I am having a bad day or am in a bad mood just visiting with my horse will make me feel better. I always leave the barn feeling good. They are great teachers and are very empathetic. I am amazed at their willingness to do all the things we ask them to do when they could so easily refuse.
Posted January 28, 2009
by LindaW
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