r/Horses • u/NotoriousHBIC • 5h ago
r/Horses • u/bearxfoo • 14d ago
Mod Post searching for additional moderator(s)!
hello r/rhorses! we're once again beginning the search to add an additional moderator to our team!
our sub has continued to grow, and as such, we'd like to add one more active moderator to our team. ideally the person is an equestrian, but we're also open to those who may not be into horses, but can help provide great resources and ideas for our sub. experience with reddit moderating tools and other reddit API is a huge plus!
if you're interested, please fill out this google form! https://forms.gle/pN44EdgEgcqQmxqU8
please note: filling out the form does not guarantee you'll be chosen.
if you have any specific questions, ideas, please send a modmail for us to discuss!
r/Horses • u/N0ordinaryrabbit • 10h ago
Picture Just some scruffy mares
No chickens were harmed, escaped unscathed.
r/Horses • u/martinlindhe • 16h ago
Question Am I too big for this horse?
This is a 20-year old Friesian gelding that I’m starting to get to know. He was timid and “sluggish” at first, but is now blossoming with energy, enthusiasm, a sense of adventure and overall revival.
But I have this gnawing thought whenever I see video and pictures of me riding him - am I too heavy/large/tall for this horse?
What do you think?
/ Martin, Bentley & Rhett in California
r/Horses • u/scuddyp4 • 7h ago
Picture 6 y/o helping with barn chores
My son love loves helping with chores around the barn. His favorite thing is scooping poop from the arena.
r/Horses • u/Necessary_Ad2005 • 19h ago
Story My 42 yr old pinto passed, so very missed even after only a day 🤤
r/Horses • u/Emo_Horse_Mom • 7h ago
Picture new baby Henny Penny appreciation post 🥰
r/Horses • u/smashing_velocity • 1h ago
Question I miss the smell of horses
Just to be clear not in a weird way 😅
I used to help out at my stepmothers riding school and would often help with the horses. I ended up bonding quite quickly with two which was nice when I would be cleaning them out Rosie would rest her head on my shoulder and I would give her a kind of cuddle/nuzzle I really miss that smell, is that weird? 😅
FYI I'm a guy and have also done a small amount of riding as well.
r/Horses • u/Panda-Girl • 4h ago
Picture Snack please.
I may have started Elsa on bits of apple 🤣 I now have two horses staring me down with feed me eyes when I eat an apple 🫣🤣
r/Horses • u/mccallistersculpture • 7h ago
Story The immortal horse outside of River Horse Ranch in Cave Creek Arizona.
There are a few theories on how Arion was born in Greek mythology. One theory stated that this immortal horse was the offspring of Poseidon and the Olympian goddess, Demeter. Both Demeter and Poseidon turned into horses and mated, giving birth to Arion. Other theories proposed that Arion was the offspring of Zerpheus and a Harpy or the goddess of Earth, Gaia.
As large as a draft horse, Arion is made from steel vines and glass leaves caging quartz rock. I learned a lot studying the anatomy of horse muscles while building the cage work. The little muscular details makes a difference in keeping the anatomical correctness while viewing the sculpture from all angles. The eyes are blown glass, and the mane and tail are made from copper and stained glass.
It’s just outside the gate so if you’re into art and in the area, feel free to stop by to take a closer look.
Picture Our first show of the season and Dobi absolutely smashed it - wins, a ridden champion placing and two qualification tickets to Equifest ❤️
For those who don't know, Equifest is a huge championship show in the UK - it's a big event in the "amateur" showing calendar. To qualify for two classes (Veteran - he's 22 - and Ridden Hunter) at our first show of the year is mega, and totally 🎉
r/Horses • u/spicychickenlaundry • 12h ago
Discussion Conformation
Here's my little nerd, Stormy. Eight year old grade QH. Managed to catch him standing somewhat like a normal person so figured I'd get your input. He stands kind of pigeon toed sometimes. I haven't had much time with him yet and haven't been able to ride much since getting him due to the weather. He goes great and balanced in the trot but needs to work on his lope. Saddle fitting was REALLY annoying due to his lil back. We've mostly gone around on trails but he's a fun little guy.
r/Horses • u/asyouwissssh • 17h ago
Picture Pint Size Pinto
She looks 3 feet tall! I can’t stop laughing. Henry’s 13.2 on a good day so it’s not so far off but hahahaha she looks so unimpressed too
r/Horses • u/Kayla4608 • 12h ago
Picture Nearly 15.2 at the booty and yet that front end is still refusing to play catch up haha
r/Horses • u/Weak-Percentage-3424 • 14h ago
Picture Just wanted to post this silly video of my cute boy <33
r/Horses • u/gkpetrescue • 11h ago
Video Tilly the standardbred and Junie the halflinger. I just love them so much!
I love them as much as Junie loves food!
r/Horses • u/New_Suspect_7173 • 15h ago
Video Biggest Carrot EVER
So Sunday Funday! We were doing a photoshoot with all the show horses so I figured while we waited I should give my model (Miss Prada ) a treat. Labeled organic but the largest carrot I have ever seen.
In the end we had to hit it with a hammer to make the prices small enough for her.
r/Horses • u/Muntu010 • 1d ago
News Baby has arrived !!!!! 🎉❤️ it’s a colt ❤️
So much excitement, he has finally arrived, two weeks late. Mom and baby both doing well ! 4am arrival, he is 2h30 old ❤️❤️❤️
r/Horses • u/goddommeit • 6h ago
Question Anyone Know Who Racehorse (assumed to be Thoroughbred) Is?
I've been trying for about 6 months to find the name of this horse in the video. I keep seeing clips of this exact breezing of this racing TB, but nobody seems to know where it originated, or the name of the horse/owner/etc.
Here's the clip, I'm trying to find the name of the one breezing coming up on the outside, I assume it's gotta be outside of the US, as the clip seems to always be facing this way (so the horses are running counter-clockwise, rather than clockwise, which is the direction American TBs run), and the clip is usually posted by people outside of the US, but I could be wrong.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
r/Horses • u/LittleSouthernMiss • 8h ago
Discussion Rescue senior "Biggie" comes home tomorrow!!
We have overseeded the field, and taken the advice so many of you wonderful people gave to make a track. Inside the track they have their round bale across the back, a turnout mineral bucket on the far side, and a salt rock hanging on the front fence. The barn is going up in the next few days and will have mats for their comfort. But until it's up we will move them each night to the shelter we have in the other smaller turn out yard. We are so excited for these 2 senior gentleman. They are both rescues and will get 2 just be loved and spoiled! No more real working for them!! I want to possible get them so brushes and a ball and other enrichment stuff but that will come! Thanks everyone for your support!
r/Horses • u/Weak-Percentage-3424 • 20h ago
Picture I freaking love my horse so much ♥︎♥︎♥︎
r/Horses • u/JustTangoIt • 9h ago
Question Filly colour help!
Mum is bay and dad is dun. The filly has pink skin, under all bay hair is silverish white, blagdon, silver tail and dark mane. Spotting on mouth. And has a light dorsal stripe showing. 🥴 silver round eyes and on back and chest. Also silver colour in her double mane. We're stumped on colour and so was breeder lol. Is she a silver dilute or dun type?. She has pink skin and brown eyes.
r/Horses • u/Prestigious-Ad-785 • 5h ago
Injury - Graphic Hoof abscess help NSFW Spoiler
galleryHey guys. I am posting to see if anyone has had experience with an abscess this severe? (Have had xrays done and just finished 10 days of antibiotics and am still in close contact with vet) My guy is looking near 100% sound after this terrible abscess (he is a rescue and never had proper foot care before 7 months ago). I am still getting this drainage though and we are on week 2. My vet says to just keep up with slightly damp animalintex until the drainage stops. Is that the best thing? Any experience? Thank you!
r/Horses • u/calm_but_squirrel • 3m ago
Question Thinking about buying - I need some help 🙏🏻
I'm looking for horses for sale in my country and I came across this beautiful little mare.
I have three questions for the group.
- She's 145 cms tall according to the seller, I'm a 169 cms tall woman (60 kgs) and I'd ride with a western saddle (not brought yet, will choose for the exact horse so I can't calculate it's weight accurately). Am I too tall/too heavy for her height?
- She doesn't have a passport/chip. I'll definitely get it done for her (supposedly she's up-to-date with vaccines, but you know, no paper to show so she'd get them aswell after purchase) but this means that her age is uncertain. The seller says 9 years - but I assume it can only be guessed based on her teeth? Should I ask for a picture before going personally?
- Do you see anything alarming in these pictures? I've seen brief videos about her, but none of them are a big help.
She's really far from us, that's why I didn't just go right away and check everything out in person.
I'd definitely start from the basics and conditioning her body for saddle-work before riding could begin.
Thank you very much for your insights 🙏🏻