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Horses
Since man first domesticated the horse around 4000 BC, it has proved to be quite useful and important in the progress of civilization. This category contains information about wild horses, the varieties of breeds, colors, and the history of horses, as well as other general information pertaining to these stunning and magnificent animals.
2,791 Questions
What is the difference between a wild horse and a tamed horse?
Wild horses are not trained, and they usually live in the wild with a herd. On the other hand, tame horses are fully, maturely trained for shows or other activities. Tame horses usually live in stables or farms. If you are in the process of training a wild horse, get research and make sure you know what your doing.
Horses evolved around 50 million years ago and began to appear in their modern form around 4 million years ago. They were domesticated around 3000-4000 BC.
What type of home does a horse live in?
A stable.
A:Some horses are kept in stables or barns in a small stall, but this is not very healthy for them. Horses need to move 15+ miles a day. They should be left out in a pasture with several different types of grass, footing, and trees, because horses will go around and eat what they need to get the nurtients they need. Along with the grass, they will eat bark off of trees and lick certain surfaces to get minerals. In the related links is all about natural boarding, the healthiest way to keep your horse.What skills are required to be a horse breeder?
Skills required to be a horse breeder include knowledge of horse anatomy, genetics, and breeding practices; a good understanding of equine health and nutrition; strong observational and decision-making skills; and the ability to work well with horses and other professionals in the industry.
How many wild horses are there about today?
Technically, there are none. The American Mustang is a ferel horse, meaning they were at one time domestic horses that escaped, and adapted to living without people. The Mustangs number about 35, 000 to 37,000 individuals, most of those residing in Nevada.
How long can a shire horse live?
The same as most breeds on horses. Horses live on average between 25 and 30 years of age but the oldest horse in the world was over 60!
What animal's name translated from Greek would mean river horse?
Hippopotamus. :) hope this helps you on your social studies homework like it did to me :). I luv Justin Bieber
Does a mustang horse run faster then a jaguar?
No, a jaguar is a faster runner than a mustang horse. Jaguars are incredibly fast and agile predators, capable of reaching speeds up to 50 miles per hour, while mustang horses typically reach speeds up to 40-45 miles per hour.
Are sea horses on the top middle or bottom of the food chain?
Seahorses are generally considered to be mid-level consumers in the food chain. They primarily feed on small crustaceans such as shrimp and plankton. They are preyed upon by a variety of predators, including larger fish and birds, but they also play a role as predators themselves within their ecosystem.
Is the mustang horse a migratory animal?
No, mustang horses are not migratory animals. They are known for roaming freely across large territories but do not have specific migratory patterns like some bird species or other migratory animals.
How old does a foal have to be on horse to be able to leave its mother?
Some are weaned at 4 months, most at 6, and some not until a year. In the wild, a foal will nurse for about a year, and if it is a filly, possibly longer. Foals weaned early are proven to be more likely to develop vices (biting, kicking, rearing, etc.) I think the best thing to do would be let the mare decide when to wean the foal. The mare knows when the foal should be weaned much, much better than we do.
The only time i would advise early weaning is if the mare is rapidly losing weight.
Most nurse for 6-8 months, and then you should start weaning them off milk and onto grass, hay, etc.
How much does it cost to keep a horse in pounds?
Livery £1,040-£1,300 at grass £1,560-£2,080 stabled Hay, Straw and Shavings £140-£220 at grass £1,040-£1,560 stabled Feed £100-£200 at grass £260-£520 stabled Vet's Fees £70 Insurance £240-£480 Farrier £225-£495 Dentist £50-£70 Worming £90-£135 Total £1,955-£2,970 at grass £3,535-£5,410 stabled
How much does avaerage pony or horse insurance cost?
My horses (five in total) are riders on my homeowners policy. They cost an additional $10.00 a year for liability insurance. I also have an insurance policy for health care of them. That costs $495 a year (per horse) and includes one "floating" of their teeth each year. Last year we had one colic issue that cost about $4000.00. Farrier work costs $40.00 a month for no shoes and $170 a month for horses that need shoes.
If you are worried about the cost of health care on a horse, figure about $200.00 a month per horse average and you should have a few bucks left over after a few years. It is the hidden non insured costs that kill you in this hobby.
your measure a horse by hands. you start at the bottom of their foot and put your hand next to it and then put other hand on top of the one next to the ground and build up, you measure until you get to the top of the horses ear.
You go until the wither. THat is between the back of the ear and the beginning of the mane.
What happens if you castrate your horse on howrse?
On Howrse, if you choose to castrate your horse, it will no longer be able to reproduce. This can affect its ability to produce offspring in the game but can also have positive effects on its behavior and performance statistics. It's important to carefully consider the decision before castrating a horse on Howrse.
Predators of wild mustang horses can include mountain lions, bears, and wolves. Additionally, domesticated mustang horses may be at risk of predation by animals such as coyotes or wild dogs if proper precautions are not taken to protect them.
Can a horse be stalled for long lengths of time?
Horses stay in stalls when it is too cold or wet or hot to be standing outside. Horses only get cold when it is windy. However horses should not be in the stall during very bad storms incase of a tornado or if the horse freaks out and kicks. Also some horses might get hurt or something is wrong with them and they might have to stay in a stall for a while.
Horses primarily eat what meat tree bark grass or candy?
what! horses graze on grass, thay eat horse feed, fruit and veg, and hay. they do not eat meat, tree bark, or candy...
Can a horse get upset if it gets taken away from its horse?
Yes, horses are herd animals that form strong bonds with their companions, so they can become upset or stressed when separated from their herd mates. It's important to gradually introduce changes in their social environment to minimize distress.
What things can be made from horses?
2 reasons
1. To help farmers carry things
2. To travel
Answer 2:
In addition, there are the following reasons:
3. Horses came about as a creature which could naturally propagate itself. In existing, it found a niche in which it could survive in the environment that existed at the time.
4. Because Horses have a natural instinct to reproduce. This instinct is part of the horses programming, which is passed on through the generations. Over time, horses with a strong reproductive instinct become dominant.
5. To produce more horses in the future.
How much parenting do horses do?
well if a mother horses is having a baby it should do the basics, like feeding and watching the baby, but you would probably have to get the shots for it and give it baths just like you do with adult horses.
I don't know if this is class or what...
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Mammalia
Order: Perissodactyla
Family Equidae
Species: Equus Caballus
Perissodactyla means "odd toed" and rhinos and tapirs belong to this order as well as horses.
The Equidae family consists of horses, asses and zebras and there are 9 species within this genus and the domestic horse or pony is "Equus caballus". The Equidae family have a mane, 40- 42 teeth, and skulls with long nasal bones. They are herd animals and fast runners preferring to flee from danger rather than face it. The Equidae family are herbivores.
Wild horses can vary in size, but on average, they stand around 14-16 hands (56-64 inches) tall at the shoulder and can weigh between 700-1,000 pounds. Size can depend on the breed and location of the wild horse population.
What will a horse wear that is small and sharp?
A horse will wear a horseshoe that is small and sharp.
What was the horse called in never ending story?
The horse in "The NeverEnding Story" is named Artax.
