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Western Riding Standardbred Horses for Sale in Alabama

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Fear of Riding?
Fear of Riding?
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You’ve had an equine related “wreck” that scared you so badly, you don’t think you even want to ride again. Ever. But is this true? Can you overcome riding or just being with your horse? Do you want to? The thing about fea...
By Tanya Buck
Halloween and Horses
Halloween and Horses
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Photo by Brenda Herzog While the 2020 Halloween festivities may have been curtailed by the pandemic, Halloween with horses always provides fun & spooky ways to celebrate October 31st. A favorite American holiday, horse lovers have always enjo...
By Katharine MacCornack
Discovering A Lice Infestation
Discovering A Lice Infestation
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Last October, I adopted a standardbred rescue horse who had been overworked and undernourished in rural communities and subsequently sent to auction for slaughter, a cruel and painful ordeal for horses. In his early life, Spyri was a trotter, making ...
By Katharine MacCornack

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What is a Standardbred Horse?
The Saddlebred horse is a breed of horse that originated in the United States in the 18th century. This versatile and vibrant breed of horse is considered one of the most attractive, distinctive and stylish breeds around and has a long-standing history. Unlike many other breeds, Saddlebreds are a distinct combination of strength, beauty and athleticism. They have an alluring look that makes them stand out from the crowd, with powerful front legs, wide chests and muscular hindquarters providing exceptional balance when ridden or driven. The medium-sized head gives them an elegant profile while their lively eyes indicate intelligence. Saddlebreds were originally bred to be show horses with flashy gaits suitable for exhibitions or parades as well as competition horses who could perform at various events such as saddleseat equitation classes in shows or horse shows; however they are also great work horses for farm duties such as plowing fields or pulling carts with feed or hay bales on them. In addition to their aptitude for performance riding disciplines like dressage and jumping, this breed thrives in trail riding because of its sensible temperaments which allow it to adapt easily to new environments without spooking easily like some other breeds can do. These remarkable animals have been celebrated throughout history by royalty across Europe and North America alike; Queen Victoria was said to be quite taken by them! With unparalleled style coupled with trusting dispositions, it’s no wonder why so many people hold these horses dear!