First-time horse owners often face the big question: should you choose a gelding or a mare? Geldings (castrated males) are known for their steady, easygoing nature, while mares (females) are sometimes seen as moody. These are broad stereotypes, and every horse is unique. However, gender does influence behavior. This guide breaks down the pros and cons of geldings and mares to help newcomers make a well-informed choice based on expert insight and real-world experience.   Understanding ...

Building a bond with a horse is a rewarding experience. If you're a new or intermediate horse owner, you might wonder how to get your horse to genuinely like you. Horses are social, sensitive animals. While they don't form opinions in the same way humans do, they do react strongly to how you make them feel. Research shows that horses experience positive emotions and even lower heart rates when around familiar, trusted humans. This guide outlines proven ways to earn a horse's trust and help it en...

If you're eagerly awaiting the arrival of a foal, our mare gestation calculator can help you estimate when your mare is likely to give birth. This simple tool takes the guesswork out of calculating your mare's due date. By entering the breeding date (the date your mare was last bred), you'll instantly get an estimated foaling date, a range of possible foaling days, and even a progress indicator to show how far along the pregnancy is.