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Icelandic Horse
Where is the Icelandic Horse from? This horse has been known in Iceland since 800 A.D. It was brought there by the Vikings. Icelandic Horses came to North American in the late 19th century. What does the Icelandic Horse look like? Icelandics have heavy coats protecting them from the harsh climate of Iceland. They are […]
Miniature Horses
The Miniature Horse owes its development to the Shetland Pony. Selective breeding of the smallest Shetlands created the Miniature Horse. In the 17the century they were bred as pets for children of royalty. In the late 18th century, they were used to work in coal mines until breeders took an interest in them. Minis as […]
Budweiser Clydesdales
Clydesdales are a recognizable draft horse made popular by Anheiser-Busch’s Budweiser beer. Thought to have originated in Clyde Valley (or Clydesdale) Lansekshire in Scotland, they were named for the valley. Until the advent of the automobile, draft horses were used to pull carriages and carts. They came into use as ceremonial horses because their large […]