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Thoroughbreds and Quarter Horses are built for speed.

Horses live in all sorts of stalls, from solid mahogany with brass fittings, to paddock gates laid out in stall patterns in metal buildings. Either sort can be safe.

Many people, especially novice riders, think a retired racehorse will make a nice pleasure mount. With rare exceptions, it won't. Other inexpensive horses work better.

Assault's life was not charmed. A hoof injury plagued him all his life. He fought opinion, his trainer, his jockeys, his exercise boys, and sterility. But he prevailed.

Everyone, not merely equine enthusiasts, will find certain facts about the horse not only interesting but also perhaps even amazing.

Often cited as one of the oldest types of horses, the Iberian horse includes three Portuguese horse breeds and fourteen Spanish breeds.

San Luis Obispo County is a beautiful place to live with horses.

Ruidoso, New Mexico offers serene mountain scenery, exceptional art, and the thrill of the world's richest Quarter Horse race.

Communication between the horse and rider is the key element for success in the sport of Hunting and Jumping horses.

Contagious equine metritis, also known as CEM, is a reportable infectious disease which is spread through horse breeding. Recently, an outbreak has been seen in the US.

Western riding has a distinctive character, relaxed style and working purpose that make it quite different to other forms of horse riding.

Highlights of the 2008 Breeders' Cup World Championships included rising star performances from Stardom Bound and Midshipman. Past stars left the arena of racing.

Thoroughbred trainer Bob Baffert was voted into the national Hall of Fame from his first ballot. Tiznow won over Point Given and Best Pal. Maple joins from 4,398 wins.

There is much debate in the equine industry about when to start a horse under saddle. So how does a trainer know the best age to break a horse?

Looking for a special present for a child for a birthday, Christmas, or holiday? With extra long legs, Funny Feet stuffed animals put a fun spin on a traditional gift.

Black horses have captured the imagination for years and there are several famous examples that are worth noting.

Collecting Breyer horses and other model horses provides an engaging, affordable past time the whole family can enjoy.

A Colorado dude ranch vacation is a great family vacation and Grand County Colorado is home to more dude ranches than any other place in the United States.

Nominees to the National Museum of Racing's Hall of Fame include the only two-time Breeders' Cup Classic champ, Tiznow, jockey Edgar Prado, and trainer Carl Nafzger.

John Duncklee, a prolific writer of novels, nonfiction books, articles, and poetry, won the 2008 Spur Award from Western Writers of America for Best Western Poem.

When Mine That Bird came flying along the rail to win this year's Kentucky Derby, not everyone was shocked. At Woodbine, people knew who he was.

Michel Orion Scott's film The Horse Boy is a fascinating look at one family's journey to help their autistic son. 8/10

Get away from it all and relax with the gal pals in a bucolic setting complete with adventurous activities, a spa and a down-home, friendly staff at the Wildcatter Ranch.

The Galloway pony is an ancient extinct breed that died out in the 19th Century.

Both experienced horsemen and woman and novice enthusiasts enjoy and appreciate a visit to the Kentucky Horse Park.

Visitors discover fun and magic on a wild horse tour across White Mountain in Sweetwater County, Wyoming, while learning history, viewing wildlife and enjoying nature.

Where there is a survey and discussion, is there help for the horse? The plight of unwanted Thoroughbreds and other working equines grows dimmer as concerns expand.

This U.S. event celebrates both the versatility of the wild horse or mustang and the talent of the horse trainers who participate in the Extreme Mustang Makeover.

Pioneerof the Nile survived his 2009 top rating and injury. Although he slumped after winning the Santa Anita Derby, he dodged disaster. Will he be a desired stallion?

Amarillo is the central hub of the Texas Panhandle and surrounding area, and it is filled with sights to see and great places to eat.

The 4-H horse program includes Horse Judging contests, where 4-H'ers are able to put their judging skills to the test.

The history of the spotted horse in North America goes back more than 500 years to the arrival of the horses brought by Spanish explorers.