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The Akhal Tekes, which originate from desert areas around Turkmenistan, are known as the “Golden Horses” and thought to be one of the oldest horse breeds in the world. Their coats have a metallic sheen due to a particular genetic characteristic whereby their hair follicles are hollow, thereby reflecting the light. Their conformation is distinctly… Continue reading Golden Horses
Photographer Donal Boyd has a mission to conserve nature through visual advocacy. In this case, his photos of Iceland’s symbol of culture and heritage explore the connection between nature and humanity of his home country through portraiture. In a story published on Adorama, Boyd says that the story of the Icelandic horse is deeply tied to the people… Continue reading Photographing the Icelandic horses
A Curly is a specific breed of horse. Curlies come in all sizes, colors, and body types but all carry a gene for a unique curly coat of hair. Curlies are known for their calm, intelligent and friendly personality. They show an easily trainable temperament. They are also known for having a tough constitution and great stamina. Most… Continue reading The Curly horse
IN HONOR OF CANADA DAY, we pay homage to one of Canada's greatest national -- and little known -- treasures, the CANADIAN HORSE. The Canadian Horse is a hardy breed descended from horses originally sent to the “New World” by King Louis XIV of France in the late 1600’s. These Norman and Breton horses were… Continue reading The Canadian Horse
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