The Clydesdale is a breed of draft horse (or draught horse in the UK and Commonwealth) named for and derived from the farm horses of Scotland's County of Clydesdale. Originally the Clydesdale was a compact draft horse smaller than the Shire, Percheron, and Belgian. In the 1940s, they were selectively bred to produce taller, more … Continue reading How Beer helped save the Clydesdale
My Love for Horses
My blogs that mention horses, including Medicine Hat horses, Clydesdales, and Friesians.
How the Friesian Horse found a home with Knights, Farmers & the Circus
The FRIESIAN is a horse breed originating in the Netherlands' Friesland province. They resemble a light draft/draught horse but are graceful and nimble for their size. They may have been used as foundation stock for such breeds as Norway's Dole Gudbrandsdal, America's Morgan, and Britain's Shire draft horse, Fell pony, and Norfolk Trotter (ancestor of … Continue reading How the Friesian Horse found a home with Knights, Farmers & the Circus
New Story Inspiration Page for FOLLOWING FAITH
What's my Story Inspiration for FOLLOWING FAITH? A story where a man named Eagle Feather follows a woman named Faith in order to keep her safe? But she ends up saving him as much as he saves her? Inspiration is everywhere. Keep reading to see how a horse and a favorite childhood book inspired Following Faith... FOLLOWING FAITH … Continue reading New Story Inspiration Page for FOLLOWING FAITH