Horses-Donkeys Archives

American Horses: Three of Many

April 28, 2026 · Countryside Contributor · Horses-Donkeys

A guide to three breeds of American horses. Get details on the American Cream, Morgan, and Newfoundland Pony.

Understanding Animal Body Language

January 27, 2026 · Countryside Contributor · Cattle, Homesteading, Horses-Donkeys, Sheep

Develop a better understanding of animal body language, focusing on how livestock animals express their personalities and emotions through specific movements.

Animal Friendships and Their Importance for the Herd

October 2, 2025 · Countryside Contributor · Cattle, Horses-Donkeys, Pigs, Sheep

Do animal friendships benefit the herd? Researchers have found that preferred partners are important for herd cohesion and animal health and welfare.

Quiz: What Farm Animal Are You?

July 8, 2025 · Megan Yaussi · Cattle, Horses-Donkeys, Pigs, Quiz

Take this fun personality quiz to discover your inner farm animal! Pick the image that fits your vibe and see which animal matches your barnyard soul.

Preparing for Newborn Horses: Foaling Signs

February 17, 2025 · Countryside Contributor · Horses-Donkeys

Prepare for foaling with everything you need to welcome newborn horses. Assemble a foaling horse first aid kit, identify common foaling signs, and prepare a suitable birthing shelter.

How are Foals Cared for at Birth?

January 21, 2025 · Countryside Contributor · Horses-Donkeys

How are foals cared for at birth and after? Provide basic newborn foal care from birth to weaning and milking.

Do Horses Sweat? Prevent Heat Stress in Horses

November 19, 2024 · Countryside Contributor · Horses-Donkeys

Do horses sweat? Learn tips for preventing equine heat stroke symptoms and how horses release body heat.

Camping With Horses and Mules

January 17, 2024 · Heather Smith Thomas · Horses-Donkeys

Riding into the backcountry and camping with your horses or mules can be a lot of fun if you plan ahead and are well-prepared.

Dental Care for an Old Horse

September 13, 2023 · Heather Smith Thomas · Horses-Donkeys

An old horse often needs more dental attention than a younger horse. Learn how to provide the best tooth care for your senior friend.

Horse Joint and Hoof Care

May 30, 2023 · Countryside Contributor · Horses-Donkeys

Explore the basics of horse joint and hoof care to learn how to keep your horse healthy with supplements, vitamins, and minerals.

Landrace and Heritage Horses and Cattle

March 1, 2023 · Countryside Contributor · Cattle, Horses-Donkeys

It’s time to step away from highly specialized livestock and machinery to manage them and re-look at heritage and landrace breeds.

Finding a Farrier

December 27, 2022 · Countryside Contributor · Horses-Donkeys

Whether you want your equines shod or not, a good farrier is necessary because, by the nature of the work, it’s the farrier who finds hoof and even leg problems that you might not see or even realize.

Winter Hoof Care for Horses

December 20, 2022 · Countryside Magazine Contributor · Homesteading, Horses-Donkeys

Hoof care is important any time of year, but particularly so in winter when conditions are the wettest and most worrisome.

Safe Ways to Restrain a Horse

November 1, 2022 · Heather Smith Thomas · Horses-Donkeys

A well-trained horse might stand still because they trust the horseman, whereas a high-strung, untrained, or spoiled horse might vigorously protest or try to get away —and some type of restraint is necessary to hold them still.