Archive for October, 2006

What is a Sport Horse?

When looking at horses available for sale in the current market, you will likely see many advertised as Sport Horses. But, what exactly is a Sport Horse? By looking at the ads, you will likely see a huge variety of horses with this title, and the number of breeds represented is dizzying.
A [...]

Equestrian Distractions in a “horse-crazy” Country

If you love horses, it doesn’t get any better than this: sea, sun, and a steady mount, a vision of pleasure and relaxation. In fact, there’s virtually no limit to the horse-drawn daydream you can bring to life in Costa Rica. Perhaps an afternoon ride alongside a clear mountain stream, the morning [...]

Horse Racing – Handicapping Class and Ability

Betting on horse races requires an assessment of each runner in a race in order to assess each horse’s chances of winning. It isn’t enough to look at a contender and think, “That is a pretty good horse, I guess I’ll bet on that one.”
Handicapping and knowing each horse’s potential for success is the [...]

The Mystique Of Arabian Horses

Few breeds of horse have captured the imagination like the Arabian horse has. Since the dawn of history, Arabian horses have inspired and influenced many people.
In the days of early history, Arabian horses were prized as warhorses and mounts for royalty. The Old Testament in the Bible contains many references and descriptions [...]

Choosing the Right Horse For Calf Roping

When it comes to weekends at the rodeo, riders and their horses must be equally athletic. Particularly when it comes to the rodeo’s timed events – barrel racing, steer wrestling and calf roping – athleticism is essential. The success of the rodeo cowboy is measured as much by having the right horse, as it [...]

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