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Sorrel and chestnut are different colors of horses. The basic difference between the two is while sorrel is true Red in color. However, the coat color of chestnut horses can vary from reddish-brown to deep shades of Red.
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Horses can be nervous if they are in a new environment or are in physical discomfort. In such cases, you can calm them down by either rubbing their backs or interacting with them. In addition, you can consult a vet or horse expert who can guide you in their behavioral patterns.
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Moose are taller than horses but weigh less than them. However, they appear larger than horses and have antlers that add to their overall appearance. Although most have seen horses, moose prefer to live in the wild and are seldom spotted. They grow pretty tall and have a unique appearance.
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Horse Cheese is famous in Central Asia and is primarily used by nomadic families. The horse cheese is popularly known as Airag. Lactating mares make horse cheese during foaling season.
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Haflingers can be used for casual riding, carrying the load, competitive sports, and much more. They are pretty hardy and can work for long hours. Besides, they are easy to pet and are great for adults and kids alike. Their small stature makes mounting and dismounting easy, making them perfect for beginners.
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The stripes you find on a horse are primitive markings or stripes that are found in distinctive areas of the horse’s body. These areas include their back, ears, tail, shoulders, and legs. These stripes have a zebra-like pattern and run along the horse’s body and are said to determine their hair coat.
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There are six typical leg markings: stocking, sock, pastern, cornet, boot, and ermine. Leg markings are typically bright white with distinct borders and can appear uniformly on all four legs.
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Haflinger horses are smart, friendly, and stubborn and are characterized by their muscular build and short stature. They are easy to domesticate and are recommended for beginners. There are two types of Haflingers. The shorter type is used for work and the longer one for riding, competitive sports, and so on.
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Showjumping is a sport in which horses and riders compete over the course of fences at a predetermined pace in order to test their jumping abilities.
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As a general rule, a colt is a horse under four years old, while a foal is a baby less than a year old. Hence, the colt is a later stage of the foal, while the foal is a beginning stage of a horse.