... pattern of large, irregular spots. The well-defined spots cover the body randomly but cross the back at some point between the ears and tail. The head usually has white markings that are common to those of non-spotted horses, such as a star, strip, blaze, and snip or bald-faced. All four legs...

... 10th century. Since the horse is sacred in Norse mythology, this horse is the only breed in Iceland because of an ancient Viking law disallowing any other horses into the country, and that law is still upheld today. Once an Icelandic Horse has been taken out of Iceland it can never return....

... was revived during the Renaissance. In 1970, producer Gary Lashinsky created the "World Famous Lipizzaner Stallions" arena attraction that over twenty-three million people have enjoyed throughout the world. The Walt Disney movie "The Miracle of the White Stallions" created an even greater...

... Shire has been known by many names, such as the Great Horse, Giant Horse of Lincolnshire, English Cart Horse, War Horse and Large Black English Horse. The origin of the Shire breed is lost in the mists of antiquity, which is true for many breeds, but it is believed that it is a descendant of...

... Today there are only a few purebred Rottaler horses left and approximately 20 breeders in Bavaria exist that are actively working to preserve the breed which also receives federal support. While German Warmblood breeds like Westphalian, Holsteiner and Hanoverian are widely known throughout...

... where it is still a rare breed. The United States Mangalarga Marchador in America (USMMA) is working with breeders in many states to promote this beautiful and uniquely gaited horse that exhibits classic Spanish conformation and charm and is a wonderful sport horse that can be inspected and...

... Spanish stock that was brought to Florida in the 1500's during the Spanish explorations, starting with Ponce de Leon. Breeds such as North African Barb, Andalusian, Spanish Sorraia, Spanish Jennet and other Iberian breeds have contributed to the Cracker Horse gene pool as the Spaniards left...

... The Dartmoor Pony is an ancient breed originating on the moorlands of Southern Devon in southwest England and is closely related to the Exmoor Pony. Through the centuries, the rough, rocky terrain, sparse grazing, and the extreme weather conditions experienced on the moors, have produced a...

... the early 1970's the stallion population had been reduced to an all time low because of too much cross-breeding. Today, just over 550 pure bred Cleveland Bays exist worldwide with less than 200 in North America. The names Chapman Horse, Packhorse, Coach Horse, New Cleveland Bay, Cleveland Bay...

... they were highly appreciated by the Roman invaders who referred to them in their texts circa 80 A.D. Pliny (23-79 A.D.) described them as a small breed that did not trot, but moved in an easy gait by alternately moving both legs on one side. The Asturias region covers a little less than 100...

... feathered as its name implies. The breed has been in existence for at least a century or more and originated from the Irish Hobby Horse which was a small ambling horse that was similar to the primitive Garrano and Sorraia horses of Northern Spain and Portugal. Clydesdale, Thoroughbred and...

... the Akhal-Teke is descended from the ancient Tarpan Horses and Przewalski Horses of southern Asia or from the ancient Turkmene Horse that was developed in Russia from Asiatic stock that was originally thought to be an ancient Scythian type and one of the four original horse "types" that crossed...

... reasons to have your pooch spayed or neutered. Doing so can save the lives of unborn litters. There are several misconceptions that pet owners have about spaying and neutering. These fallacies discourage them from having the procedure performed on their canines. Below, we'll sweep away...

... or eighth week, pups are adopted into new homes where they are surrounded by those who are unfamiliar to them. It is during this time that new behaviors are learned and strengthened. It is also when socialization can have the greatest impact on their development. In this article, we'll provide...

... put on extra pounds. Unfortunately, excess weight can put stress on the joints while exacerbating existing health conditions. Below, we'll take a look at the most common factors that play a role in canine obesity. We'll explore how the availability of food, lack of sufficient exercise, genetic...

... failing to do so. The challenge is providing these rewards in a way that is consistent and easy for him to interpret. This article will offer a set of best practices for giving your pooch treats as a behavioral motivator. You'll learn how to encourage his compliance with your commands and...

... of bunny hutches that are available to buy are somewhat small-sized, but by building one on your own you can offer additional space to your bunny rabbits that they will appreciate. Previous to beginning construction on your new bunny hutch there are a small number of important things that...

... can be the cause of disease among the flock, decreased quantities of eggs, dirty and unsightly eggs, and additional damaging consequences. Error #1: Not Choosing a Site Location with Excellent Water drainage Certainly the one specific aspect that is capable of taking all the...

... at optimum temperature for your fish. Maintaining an ideal temperature will prevent growth of algae in your tank. It is recommended that the water temperature should be around 77 -80 F. It is important that ideal pH for your fish is maintained and checked every now and then. The pH of the water...

... not have beneficial bacteria that are essential for removing wastes that come from your fish. The best (but not the easiest) way to cycle a tank is through a method called fishless cycle. You complete the process without adding in fish to start the cycle. It is relatively safe for you will know...

... that is dissatisfied with how the aquarium is arranged will destroy the set up regardless of the type of decoration placed. Make sure you provide lots of plants for your Oscar to hide. If you plan to breed, put in gravel and sand that is most suitable for Oscars (i.e. cichlid gravel). Set up...

... once established. To create a perfect biotope for this fish, you may need to give it a lot of grazing room as well as several spots to hide in. It may take in miniatures as hiding places, but crevices in rocks are much more suitable for it resembles more of its natural habitat. It is about...

... chosen an arowana, care for each breed will vary so ask your local pet store on how to feed your fish properly. A tank size of 100 gallons is ideal for each fish. The more arowanas you have, the more the size of the tank should be increased. If you plan to buy several arowanas, they must be...

... relative to its size in existence. The Shetland Islands lay off the northern coast of Scotland and are mostly barren with a harsh climate. For centuries the Shetland Pony lived in the open islands, protected from the weather only by shaggy thick hair, long mane, and forelocks. The harsh...

... and train. The Spotted Saddle horse was developed in the United States by crossing Spanish/American-type spotted ponies, such as Mustangs, with other established gaited breeds such as the Tennessee Walking Horse, Standardbred, Missouri Fox Trotter, Peruvian Paso, Paso Fino and the Racking...