Have you ever wondered what is the difference between male and female horses? Many horse owners and riders prefer one gender of a horse over another, but why?
Female Horses: are the gender that can become pregnant and raise young.Foal – a horse aged one year or less.
Yearling – a horse aged between one and two years
Male Horses: gender that can father a foal. Foal – a horse aged one year or less
Yearling – a horse aged between one and two years
Colt – a male horse aged under four years
Stallion – an unneutered (entire) male horse aged four years or older
Gelding – a neutered (castrated) male horse
Rig – a male horse who has been improperly castrated
Sire – the father of a foal
What Is The Difference Between Male And Female Horses?
Mares: reputation for being ‘moody’.Geldings: tend to be quite placid and calm in nature,Stallions: the hormones are still very active! During the breeding season.
Generally speaking, riders and trainers who are looking for a sensible and predictable horse will choose a gelding. This is often the gender of horse preferred for novice and beginner riders, and for . . .