Welcome to the “About Horses” category on Joyful Equestrian, where I share my passion and knowledge about all things equine. In this category, you’ll find informative articles on topics such as anatomy, physiology, breeds, types, colors, markings, patterns, history, culture, behavior, and fun facts about horses.
While I haven’t covered all subcategories yet, keep checking back for new and engaging content as I continue to expand this section. Enjoy learning about these magnificent creatures!
Horse Breeds And Types

All About Golden Horses: Color Names and Breeds!
Golden horses are a sight to behold. Their eye-catching coats seem to glow like a warm, golden sunset. But did you know that “golden” isn’t an official horse color? In reality, it’s a term that covers a range of shades including buckskin, palomino, and more. Why Do They Look the Way They Do? So what … Read more

Belgian Draft Horses: Horse Breed Information
Belgian horses are known for their amazing strength and calm, friendly nature. These giant horses come from a country called Belgium and are some of the largest horses in the world. People who love horses really like Belgians! In this blog post, we will learn about what Belgian horses look like, where they come from, … Read more
Horse Colors, Patterns, And Markings

All About Golden Horses: Color Names and Breeds!
Golden horses are a sight to behold. Their eye-catching coats seem to glow like a warm, golden sunset. But did you know that “golden” isn’t an official horse color? In reality, it’s a term that covers a range of shades including buckskin, palomino, and more. Why Do They Look the Way They Do? So what … Read more

All About Black Horses
Black, is a more uncommon yet exquisite hair coat color, and a captivating sight in horses. This color is characterized by a complete black coat – a stark contrast to the commonality of dark chestnuts and bays that are often mistaken for black. Black Horse Description Black horses possess a captivating allure with their sleek, … Read more
Horse Behavior

Horse Communication 101: Equine Psychology Series Part 5
When you first start working with horses, it may seem like they don’t communicate much, aside from a nicker or whinny hear or there. But the truth is horses communicate all the time, with a subtle silent language. It’s important to understand and interpret horse communication so that you are on the same page and … Read more

Horse Instincts: Equine Psychology Mini-Series | Part 4
Horses are highly intelligent animals but they are naturally reactive creatures seeing as they are prey animals. Which I talked about in the second post of this series that you can check out here: Equine Psychology Mini-Series: Horses As Prey Animals | Part 2 Like all animals, they have instincts that dictate many of their … Read more
Horse Facts

How Much Horses Weigh (By Type, Breed, Height and Age)
Horses come in many different sizes, and knowing their weight is essential for various reasons, such as: Whether you’re caring for an adult horse, a baby foal, or an Arabian horse, understanding their weight can help you make informed decisions about their health and well-being. Horses are large animals as you can tell. Maybe you … Read more

The 12 Differences Between Horses And Ponies: What You Should Know
A popular belief among many non-horse people and beginner equestrians is that ponies are baby horses, which is not true today. However the word was derived from a French term poulenet meaning foal, a young immature horse, but this is not the meaning of it today. Horses and ponies are the same species, Equus Caballus. … Read more
Horse Anatomy

Parts of the Horse (A Look At External Equine Anatomy)
Unravel the fascinating world of equine anatomy in this comprehensive guide. From head to hoof, we explore the various parts of the horse, their functions, and the importance of understanding them for horse owners, riders, and trainers.