For #MustangMonday we have the handsome young stallion known as Gideon, from the south Onaqui range. He is part of a rough crew of young bachelors who are regularly stirring things up, so this quiet pose in special. He is a powerful and formidable 4 yr. old.
In the oldest hunting manual in #England (written between 1406-13), we are taught that if “evil befalls in the ballock purse” of a dog, to boil linseed in wine, dunk a cloth diaper in it & tie it around the backside of the dog - but leave the important bits out so that he may “scombre and piss”.
It's #FoalFriday! Mama Don't Go! Young foals are curious and love to investigate their territory as they get older and more confident. This little guy looked up and suddenly realized that mom and the family had moved from where he left them, lol.
#StallionSaturday! This black beauty from the south Onaqui herd is known as Cobra, due to the distinctive marking on his face, which unfortunately you can't see well in this image.
Waiting - a beautiful horse that wandered over to say hello as we were waiting for our horseback riding lesson. Majestic animals. An image for every eye!
It's #MustangMonday! This black stallion climbed a small ridge to get a better view. The wild ones are always on alert for dangers as well as other horses from competing bands.
She rescued the miniature pony last Summer and brought him back to health. They were leaving on their daily six mile walk on mountain backroads when I encountered them and stopped for a chat and picture.
Before they got here these 2 fancy galoots were stabled in solitary their whole lives. Horses are super social, so this was not ideal. Since arriving here at Dreadful Acres and being on 24/7 turnout together, they have formed an unbreakable bond. Their burgeoning big burly bromance (the BBBB) has been fascinating and heartwarming to behold. They play together all day, happily share their hay, and can often be seen with their necks entwined, delicately nibbling each others withers. I love it. #horses