A Shetland pony, or a Shetland mix, is strong enough for children to ride and gentle enough to be a pet. Though small, Shetlands are strong, intelligent, gentle, and somewhat wily. They can be very ...

Like a perfectly worn-in pair of cowboy boots, no horse breed is one size fits all. Depending on whether you're a new rider, a skilled equestrian, or a rancher like Ladd Drummond, finding the right ...

Learning to ride is a lot easier when you’re paired with the right horse. Some breeds are known for being patient and steady, which is exactly what most beginners need. You don’t want a horse that’s ...

The strongest horse breeds in the world weren’t built overnight. Generations of selective breeding and hard labor shaped them into muscular workhorses that could pull, carry, and endure more than most ...

This story was originally published in 2016. Watch the 2018 Kentucky Derby live coverage on NBC Saturday beginning at 2:30 p.m. ET. Thoroughbreds are considered the fastest horses in the world and ...

American horses are icons. Mustang. Appaloosa. Morgan. Quarter Horse. Follow the history of the uniquely American horse breeds that helped shape our nation and meet the people who are continuing in ...

The Welsh pony is an equine breed native to Wales in the United Kingdom. A horse that’s been around for thousands of years, this breed has a long history filled with tough moments. Even so, this ...

Our two-part series, Equus “Story of the Horse,” explores the origins of the modern day horse, as well as the ways this remarkable animal plays a vital role in our lives. With over 400 various breeds, ...