Horses in warfare

As far as I can remember, I have always been strongly drawn to horses, just like a moth to a flame. It seems that this deep passion can be found directly in my blood. Maybe I have inherited some kind of a genomic proclivity toward the equine species. As a future veterinarian, it’s indisputable that my love and respect of horses and all living creatures, explain my revulsion and hatred toward animal cruelty, whether it be neglect or intentional. It is a dishonour that millions of animals, placed…

My horseback riding trainer, Amy Scarlett, was so happy and motivational all the time. I had just moved to her barn last year and it had been nothing but great ever since. She thought i needed more trust in my pony and confidence in myself as a rider. I went to Gwyn Meadows Farm since late 2015 and last summer i was riding and she thought I didn’t put enough trust into it. We were all out in the ring after we warmed up and Amy set up the jumps. They were a lot bigger than I’m used to. Amy said…

known for the uniquely beautiful garden in the middle of the city to escape from the loud and busy city streets. Horse carriages have been a traditional way of transportation for people to get around the city or central park and are ranked 5th out of 155 top activities to do in New York City. However, Bill Blasio, mayor of New York City, pledged that one of his first acts would be to ban horse carriages considering them to be abusive and inhuman to the animals. In our time, we use animals in…

Unwanted horses represent a subset of horses within the domestic equine population that are no longer needed, useful, or whose owners are no longer interested or capable of financially or physically caring for them (Messer et al, 2004). Most unwanted equines unable to be re-homed or sold will be sent to slaughter, euthanized, disposed of through rendering, or abandoned and left to die of natural causes (Messer et al, 2004). The global recession which commenced in 2008 has caused horses in many…

your horse, and you will need one once we start using the saddle. After your horse, has calmed down and is comfortable with the surcingle, and listening to your aids clearly, is saddling. You want to let your horse smell it and see it and be completely fine around it so that they don’t care about it at all. The first thing we will do is get another person to hold the horse so you can gently place the saddle on their back. For the saddle, you will want to use one that fits you and the horse…

In Ireland, there are about 4,596,000 people according to the Encyclopedia Britannica! The people that live there or visit often are very lucky to be able to go to such a lovely place. Ireland is mostly plain level ground with a lot of low mountains. Though it is beautiful, the weather and temperature there is quite cold. The average temperature in Ireland is 42 degrees – 60 degrees which is very cold! Another great thing is that Ireland doesn’t have a specific religion! Encyclopedia Britannica…

Bright pink flowers adorned the closed coffin. They were a fruity display of bubblegum hue, a cheap imitation of elegance unfit for the solemn occasion. They were ordered two days prior, yet they showed the crispness of newly plucked blooms. Carol, for some odd reason John would never understand, adored carnations. The least he could do for her now was honor her with her favorite flower. She was holding a pink carnation when they first met. That day, in the year of our Lord 1946, John had…

You don't have to be a cowboy to wear cowboy boots Who can disagree that cowboy boots are the classic American style of footwear? It's not hard to decide to wear cowboy boots, but it may be difficult to decide what type to buy. Even if cowboy boots aren't your usual style - mix it up a bit and remember - you don't have to BE a cowboy to wear cowboy boots. Once you try a pair of handmade boots, you'll wish you would have converted sooner. Which style - looks and comfort If you are a novice to…

What would it take to ride the Pacific Crest Trail? Most people would begin by asking: why? There are many answers to this question and they vary greatly from person to person, but for most, it is for the challenge. To say that it can be done, much like Don and June Mulford, did in 1959. Casting aside all criticism and concern from friends and park rangers alike, they set off with their pack train into the wilderness, and a year later emerged victorious on the other side. Such expeditions take…

Jenna Obert-Thorn Compare and Contrast Essay Engl 1101 TR 8:00 Ms. Bell September 20, 2016 Impacts on a Horse’s Health Many people enjoy the sport of horseback riding. Some may only ride horses for fun, as a hobby they enjoy in their free time. However, a large majority of those who ride do so competitively. Two common competitive styles of riding include barrel racing and pleasure. These two disciplines vary in injuries received, but are similar in a variety of other ways, which include common…