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Interview On The Majestic Wadworth Shire Horses

Interview On The Majestic Wadworth Shire Horses

By Nicole Salo

There is something really beautiful and nostalgic; even majestic about seeing the gentle giants of the horse world pulling a carriage or a cart at a local autumn fair in…

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Added by Nicole Salo on September 14, 2011 at 11:22am — 1 Comment

Australian Stringhalt

Australian Stringhalt

By Nicole Salo

Australian stringhalt (ASH) is an exaggerated hyper flexion of the hock. Australian stringhalt causes the horse to walk with an exaggerated forward and upward motion of one or both back legs. In mild cases, the horse may only be noted to having an odd gait while backing up, turning or during cold weather. This is not the case with severe Australian stringhalt, the affected horse will move… Continue

Added by Nicole Salo on April 18, 2011 at 5:00pm — 3 Comments

Miracle of The White Stallions (Movie)

Based on a true story, the 1963 film Miracle of the White Stallions is set in Vienna during WWII, where Colonel Alios Podhajsky begged the German army to be allowed to evacuate the world-famous Lipizzan stallions for their own safety. Although initially denied permission by the Nazis, he chose to disobey orders at great personal risk and flee along with his staff during the night to get the horses to the countryside where they would be less threatened by…

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Added by Nicole Salo on December 21, 2010 at 10:00am — No Comments

The Winter Stallion (Movie)

Originally titled "A Christmas Stallion," the movie tells the story of the bond between sixteen-year-old Gwen and her Welsh stallion Mabon. Her life has changed forever with the death of her grandfather, who died as the result of a riding accident. Her estranged uncle from America is considering selling the Welsh farm where she grew up to a land developer, along with all the horses, including her beloved stallion. Gwen attempts to save the farm and solicits the aid of her cousin. A…

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Added by Nicole Salo on December 13, 2010 at 11:30am — No Comments

Collection of Equines Who Have Served for Freedom

Today we honour all those who have fallen, and those who are giving themselves selflessly to uphold our freedoms all around the world. Please don’t forget where our freedoms come from. I have put together a collection of equines that have served and are serving along side our soldiers, take a moment and check out these videos.

"Horse Soldier" - A…

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Added by Nicole Salo on November 11, 2010 at 12:00pm — No Comments

40 Tips for the Competitor from Lynn Palm

40 Tips for the Competitor from Lynn Palm

Show Smart

1. It is your responsibility as a horse owner and competitor to bring out the best in your horse.

2. Always show in disciplines in which you and your horse are prepared to perform required maneuvers confidently.

3. Familiarize yourself with the show grounds when you get there. Know where the office,…

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Added by Nicole Salo on October 27, 2010 at 9:30am — No Comments

Inspiring Story From a Two Legged Dog

The Inspiring Story of a Two Legged Dog, Named Faith.

This dog was born on Christmas Eve in the year 2002. She was born with 2 legs -

She of course could not walk when she was born. Even her mother did not want her.

His first owner also did…

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Added by Nicole Salo on September 25, 2010 at 4:30pm — No Comments

The Tortoise and The Hippo, a True Story of Being in a Rescued Friendship

The Tortoise and The Hippo, a True Story of Being in a Rescued Friendship

Owen is a hippo, and Mzee is a 130 year old tortoise, both are in the care of Dr. Paula Kahumbu (general manager of Lafarge Ecosystems; Mombasa, Kenya). This is a tidbit of Owen's tale of rescue, and friendship, with the unlikely Mzee.

December 26th, 2004 started off as a normal, quiet day. My son Joshua and I were out for a morning walk along the beach in front of my home…

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Added by Nicole Salo on August 5, 2010 at 12:24pm — No Comments

True Friends

True Friends

After losing his parents, this 3 year old orangutan was so depressed he wouldn't eat and didn't respond to any medical treatments. The veteranarians thought he would surely die from sadness. The zoo keepers found an old sick dog on the grounds in the park at the zoo where the orangutan lived and took the dog to the animal treatment center. The dog arrived at the…

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Added by Nicole Salo on June 3, 2010 at 1:30pm — 8 Comments

Weeds & Plants That Are Poisonous to Horses & Ponies

Weeds & Plants That Are Poisonous to Horses & Ponies

A list of weeds and plants that are commonly found throughout Canada and the United States that are poisonous to horses and ponies. For further info and/or a list of poisonous weeds and plants that can be harmful to livestock in your area, please contact your local Ministry of Agriculture department, they can help you with any concerns and even safe ways to dispose of toxic weeds and…

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Added by Nicole Salo on May 27, 2010 at 4:30pm — 4 Comments

Photomontage of American Triple Tiara Winners

Photomontage of American Triple Tiara Winners

Dark Mirage - 1st Triple Tiara winner - 1968

Shuvee - 2nd Triple Tiara winner and only filly to beat the boys in the Gold Cup - 1969…

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Added by Nicole Salo on April 24, 2010 at 3:10pm — No Comments

Photomontage of American Triple Crown Winners

Photomontage of American Triple Crown Winners

Sir Barton - 1st Triple Crown winner - 1919

Gallant Fox - 2nd Triple Crown winner and only winner to sire another winner (Omaha) -…

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Added by Nicole Salo on April 21, 2010 at 1:00pm — 1 Comment

Photomontage of The Diving Horses of Atlantic City

Extremely scary and fascinating part of horse history. The High Diving Horses of Atlantic City at the Steel Pier in the 1970s. …

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Added by Nicole Salo on March 22, 2010 at 3:17pm — 3 Comments

What Love Means to a 4-8 Year Old

What Love means to a 4-8 year old . .

Slow down for three minutes to read this. It is so worth it. Touching words from the mouth of babes. A group of professional people posed this question to a group of 4 to 8 year-olds , 'What does love mean?' The answers they got were broader and deeper than anyone could have imagined See what you think:

'When my grandmother got arthritis , she couldn't bend over and paint her toenails anymore. So my grandfather does it for… Continue

Added by Nicole Salo on February 15, 2010 at 6:23pm — 1 Comment

A HORSE(WO)MAN’S CHRISTMAS

A HORSE(WO)MAN’S CHRISTMAS by horse trainer Doris Eraldi

It’s the night before Christmas, we’re out in the barn

Blanketing horses to keep them all warm

They’re eating their dinners, tucked in cozy stalls

Not aware that it’s Christmas or any special day at all

They can dream of spring pastures from their pine-scented beds

No visions of sugarplums dance in their heads

But we people are thinking of merry parties and such

Maybe… Continue

Added by Nicole Salo on December 14, 2009 at 2:57pm — No Comments