The ancient Percheron Horse gets its name from the province in France of La Perche, southwest of Paris. The people of La Perche have always bred these horses and they are an intricate part of their lives. Although the poodle didn’t originate in France, it was standardized as a distinct breed there. During the reign […]
A layup farm is a rehabilitation center for horses recovering from lameness or surgery. After a horse leaves a veterinary hospital, if he is not ready to go home yet, a layup farm can be a good solution. Horses are checked regularly and cared for well. At high-end layup farms, horses might also benefit from […]
The opening of the Disney film about triple crown winner, Secretariat, has spurred even more interest in horse racing. Secretariat and other stars of horse racing have led exceptional lives. They have been cared for and coddled and when their racing careers are over, they are retired and usually put out to stud. Some find […]
