A MOOR FAR AWAY WITH A LESSON CLOSE TO HOME

This year, the Dartmoor Hill Pony has become the centre of one of the most heated animal-welfare rows Britain has seen in a long time. More than 200,000 people have signed a petition to protect them, members of parliament have weighed in, and the prime minister has said the government will not support a cull. It…

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GAITED HORSES – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Of the approximately 350 horse breeds in the world, 30 are gaited. "Gaiting" is the term for a horse that "single-foots" (always has one foot in contact with the ground), ambles, paces, or does a running walk. Gaited horses have a smoother, more comfortable ride and are therefore popular for travelling longer distances. They also…

BylizzieMay 6, 20230Comments

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ASKHQ: THE NOOITGEDACHT

Q: What are the characteristics of the Nooitgedacht? A: The Nooitgedacht has gained popularity due to his train-ability, and amendable temperament, but at the same time has developed into a competition horse to be reckoned with. Affectionately known as Nooities, they have earned their place in the competition and social equestrian world. These days they range…

BylizzieDecember 2, 20190Comments

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The Nooitgedacht-Iberian

Nooitgedacht stallion owned by Floors and Lizelle Smit from Destalsmit Stud [dropcap]I[/dropcap]n the previous issue of HQ (122), the history of the Nooitgedacht was presented as him being the only recognised breed that has been developed out of the Basuto Pony, so highly prized for his hardiness and tractability, as demonstrated during the Anglo-Boer War at…

BylizzieJune 24, 20170Comments

A MOOR FAR AWAY WITH A LESSON CLOSE TO HOME

GAITED HORSES – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

ASKHQ: THE NOOITGEDACHT

The Nooitgedacht-Iberian

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