For folks who aren't familiar with horses, it's easy to assume that the most significant difference between horses is the color of their coats. In fact, horses are a diverse species with more than 400 ...

Choosing a first horse isn’t just about looks—it’s about finding a steady partner that lets a new rider learn with confidence ...

There are many breeds of horses in the world today and dozens of breeds in the U.S.—many of which are used on ranches for showing or just ridden for pleasure. They come in various sizes, shapes and ...

Thoroughbred Thoroughbreds are the sleek, lanky horses that you see at American racetracks. They are bred for speed, and they gallop at around forty miles per hour. This is fairly common knowledge. I ...

Horses have long been an integral part of America’s history, culture, and landscapes – and there are a number of horse breeds native to America. From galloping freely across the plains to carrying ...

Learning to ride is a lot easier when you’re paired with the right horse. Some breeds are known for being patient and steady, which is exactly what most beginners need. You don’t want a horse that’s ...

Jaymi Heimbuch is a writer and photographer specializing in wildlife conservation, technology, and food. She is the author of "The Ethiopian Wolf: Hope at the Edge of Extinction." A shiny coat is one ...

Have you ever encountered one of the biggest horse breeds? Many of these tall, broad equines are draft horses. Due to their history, which is mostly rooted in working the land, you don’t see as many ...

Small but perfectly formed, how many miniature horse breeds do you know? We’ll be exploring some of the most adorable tiny equines in this article, but it should be noted that technically, not just ...