T & C Angel Ranch

FUN - FUN - FUN !....  Bring the kids in with you & see how much fun you can have together learning about horses .    We are going to see how you can Solve some Horse Puzzles , Test your Horse Knowledge , Learn some Horse Facts , Solve some Problems , read some Horse & Pony Tales .  If your ready to have some fun............. LET'S GO !!

Scroll Down this page for all the fun , will up date with new Games &  Puzzles , Facts , Stories each week , so make sure you check back for more FUN !

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How Many Words Can be made out of the letters in

                H-O-R-S-E-L-O-V-E-R-S

How Many do you think ?

 JUMP PUZZLE 

Check out the picture below and cross out the letters(  J-U-M-P ) Wherever they appear on the jump. You will be left with a secret message ! 

Type your answer here

Check your answer here AnswerI REALLY LOVE HORSES

Can you name these 6 horse parts ?

Type your answers in each box. Use the Clues if you need them. Check to see if your were right !

How Many did you get Right ?

**Horse Word Jumble **

Can you unjumble all these words to make new horsey ones?

Example: led rib = bridle

Type in your answer and then check to see if you are right !

** WHAT COLOR IS THAT ? **

To a " non-horseperson"  horses may seem to come in just an endless variety of colors.

But each color actually has a special name which describes it, ( making it easy for horse people to identify different horses and talk about what different horses look like ! ) .

MARKINGS  also play an importan part in identifying and describing different horses.

(Some of theses terms vary in different parts of the world)

(This is not a complete list of colors - just a sample ! )

Can you match these names ot the correct color descriptions ?

** WORDSEARCH **

Can you find ALL the words listed below , HIDDEN in the puzzle ?  They run forwards , backwards , up , down and diagonally.

You will be left with 9 letters that spell out another special horsey word.

                                      HAPPY SEARCHING !!

** word list ** Bay , Bit , Boot ,Bridle , Canter , Colt , Eye , Fancy , Filly , Float , Foal , Gait , Gallop , Gelding, Girth , Hack , Hay , Hoof, Horselovers , Mare , Oats, Saddle , Pastern , Pinto , Ponies , Reins, Roan , Rodeo , Shetland , Shod ,Show , Stall, Stallion, Trot , Vet.

**  HORSE FACTS  **

Interesting and amazing facts about horses.

HORSE TAILS : A horse's tail is very important to him. Not only does it act as a fly swatter in summer , it keeps his " Bottom" warm in winter !  The area between a horse's  hind legs is the only part not kept warm by hair , so it loses the greatest amount of warmth if left exposed by too much trimming.

From a horse's point of view, the best tail is a natural tail.

Some horse have thin ragged tails , while others have tails so thick they cannot be braided for formal riding events and shows. To make the best of their appearance , thick or thin , different tails are treated in different ways.  Some styles even go in and out of fashion!

Banged Tail A "banged" tail is cut straight across the bottom to give it a neat appearance. It makes a scraggly tail look thicker.	Natural Tail The natural tail is left thick and long if possible. (It's the horse's favourite style!)	Docked Tail Often inflicted on harness horses to prevent their tails being caught up in the harness. Tail docking is illegal in many places as it's considered cruel.
Pulled Tail The hair around the dock area, at the top, is pulled out to give the tail a more refined look. Show horses often have pulled tails.	DID YOU KNOW? Horses will often stand "tail to tail" and shelter each other from annoying flies by swishing their tails for each other! Some breeds are renowned for their tails. For example Appy's often have sparse (thin), tails while Friesians and Morgans are known for their long luxuriant tails. As well as using them for fly swatters, horses use their tails to send signals to each other about how they are feeling.	Braided Tail The tail is first thinned at the top and then braided neatly around the dock for showing. Both manes and tails are usually braided for hunter classes.

** HORSE FACTS ** FACE MARKINGS

Many horses have white markings on their faces.  All these markings all have special names. These names are used by horse people to identify different horses which may otherwise appear the same in color.

The Markings themselves may vary in shape , but bear a similarity on most horses.

SEE HOW MANY OF THESE MARKINGS YOU CAN REMEMBER !

TEST YOURSELF :

this is a ...Bald faceBlazeSnipStar, Stripe & SnipStripeStarStar & StripeRace
- found high up between the
eyes, often a diamond shape.  

this is a ...Bald faceBlazeSnipStar, Stripe & SnipStripeStarStar & StripeRace
- small mark on the muzzle

 

this is a ...Bald faceBlazeSnipStar, Stripe & SnipStripeStarStar & StripeRace
- long straight marking down
the horse's nose   this is a ...Bald faceBlazeSnipStar, Stripe & SnipStripeStarStar & StripeRace
- long wavy or irregular stripe.

 

this is a ...Bald faceBlazeSnipStar, Stripe & SnipStripeStarStar & StripeRace
- marking that covers most
of the horse's face   this is a ...Bald faceBlazeSnipStar, Stripe & SnipStripeStarStar & StripeRace
- broad marking down the
front of the horse's face.

 

this is a ...Bald faceBlazeSnipStar, Stripe & SnipStripeStarStar & StripeRace
- star which continues down
to join a stripe.     this is a ...Bald faceBlazeSnipStar, Stripe & SnipStripeStarStar & StripeRace
- marking which extends all the way down to the horse's muzzle.

** HORSE FACTS **  FOALS

Have you ever wondered why foals all seem to be born around the same time ?  Everyone knows that baby horses are called foals.   Boy foals are called " Colts "  , While girl foals are called " Fillies " .

Young horses are called colts and fillies up until the age of 3 years old.  

" Yearlings "  are colts or fillies who are a 1 year old.   " Long Yearlings" are colts or fillies who are over a 1 1/2 year old up to they are 2 years old .  They are then called   " A Two Year old" or "Colt "  again until the age of ( 3 ) Three years old.    Horses that are 3 or over are called  Stallions , Mares & Gelding.

When a horse is born , it's legs are almost their full adult length - giving them that extremely cute " long-legged look" we all love so much.

DID YOU KNOW :  Most foals are born at night under cover of darkness and away from prying eyes and possible danger.  The best time of year for a foal to be born is in the spring , when the weather is at its kindest and the lush grass is at its best for the mares.

A newborn foal can stand up within an hour of being born and can keep up with the rest of the herd within 24 hours.

** TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE **

Here's a chance to TEST your horse knowledge or just learn some interesting facts about horses. 

" ANSWERS TO QUIZ'S" are on the next Paragraph below. 

1. Do horses sleep lying down?
2. What is a farrier?
3. Can ponies smell well?
4. Do horses have muscles in their lower legs?
5. What are the horse's 4 paces?

1. What is the difference between a pony and a horse?
2. Are Shetlands the smallest breed of horse?
3. Can horses swim?
4. What is a roached mane?
5. Is a 'sire' male or female?

1. Do horses get lost?
2. How long do horses live for?
3. How do you tell how old a horse is?
4. Do horses have feathers?
5. How much time do horses spend eating each day?

1. What is a snip?
2. What is meant by a 'green' horse?
3. What is the height measurement used for horses?
4. Why do you groom a horse?
5. Can you have a bridle without a bit?

1. Do horses grow out of their shoes?
2. From which side do you get on a horse?
3. What does a red ribbon in a horse's tail mean?
4. What is a male foal called?
5. Do horses make friends?

** ANSWERS TO QUIZ'S 1 - 5 **

1. Horses generally sleep standing up, but spend some time lying down if they feel safe enough.

2. A farrier is a person who shoes and trims horses' feet.

3. Horses and ponies have a very good sense of smell.

4. No, horses do not have muscles in their lower legs.

5. The four basic paces of a horse are: walk, trot, canter and gallop.

1. A pony measures 14.2 hands and under, while a horse is over 14.2 hands high.

2. Falabellas from Argentina are the smallest breed of horse.

3. Yes, horses can swim. Many really enjoy the water!

4. A roached (or hogged) mane is one which has been shaved off.

5. A sire is always a male horse. He is the father.

1. Horses have very good "homing" senses and can find their way back from a very long way away.

2. The average lifespan of a horse is around 20-25 years.

3. Experienced horsepeople can tell the age of a horse by looking at its teeth.

4. Yes! Feathers are the long hairs on the back of a horse's 'ankle'. They help to drain water away from the hoof.

5. Horses at grass spend around 11-13 hours a day grazing.

1. A snip is a face marking.

2. A green horse is one who has not been broken in very long

3. The measurement used for horses is 'hands high' or 'hh'
(1 hand = 4 inches or 10 cm)

4. You groom a horse to keep it clean and to enable its skin to breathe properly.

5. Yes. A bridle without a bit is called a hackamore.

1. A horse's hoof is always growing, just like your fingernails, so shoes need to be re-fitted regularly.

2. You should always mount a horse from its left (near) side.

3. A red ribbon in a horse's tail indicates that it may kick, so you should stay away.

4. A male foal up to three years old is called a colt.

5. Yes, horses do make friends and will often have a special 'buddy'.

** HORSE TEMPERATURE **

What should a healthy horses temperature be ?

(A )  98.6

( B )  100.5

( C ) 101.8

( D ) 103             SCROLL DOWN TO SEE IF YOUR RIGHT ?

IF YOU PICKED  ( B ) 100.5                  YOUR RIGHT !!!

**  WHAT COLOR IS THIS HORSE  **

What color of horse has a White mane & Tail and a Golden Body ?

(A) Albino

(B) Chestnut

(C) Cremello

(D) Palomino                  Scroll down to see if your right !!

If you picked ( D ) Palomino then your right !!!        Palomino horses come in a  wide variety of shades , anywhere from nearly White to nearly Chocolate .  They all have a White Mane & Tail

** HORSE PUZZLE **

These puzzles are free. Enjoy them and feel free to share them with all your friends. You may email it to them, or just use the "email this page" link below to send them a message that they can come and download these puzzles themselves.

These horses will earn their keep when it's round up time on this Montana cattle ranch.

When prompted, choose to save the file. Once it is downloaded, double click on the file to run it. No installation is needed -- it's a totally self-contained game.

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** OLDEST BREED **

What is the oldest breed of horse ?

(A ) Andalucian

(B) Arabian

(C) Barb

(D ) Thoroughbred            Scroll down to see if your right  !!!

If you picked (B) Arabian  Your Right !!!

** TALLEST HORSE **

What is the tallest breed of horse ?

(A )  Belgian

(B) Clydesdale

(C) Percheron

(D) Shire                      Scroll down to see if your right !!!

If you picked ( D)  Shire ......... Your Right !!!    The Shire is the tallest breed of horse. The tallest shire ever recorded was 21.2 hands tall.  NOW THAT IS A BIG HORSE !!

** HOW OLD **

How old was the oldest known Thoroughbred when he died ?

(A) 28

(B) 34

(C) 39

(D) 42              Scroll down to see if your right !!!!!!

If you picked (D) 42   YOUR RIGHT !!   Yes , he was 42 years old.  He was a Chestnut gelding called " Tango Duke "   Now that's an old horse !

** A HORSE STORY - THE WILD ONE **

"The Wild One" they called him.

A big brown, muscled gelding, standing a full 16 hands. Noone could do anything with him. He would lash out, rearing high, showing his power. Hooves cutting the air, eyes rolling, ears laid back, forcing most of his terrified handlers to take cover.

Wild neighs would ring out, as teeth showing, he stood ready to take a bite from anyone too slow or unsuspecting.

But when left alone, if looked at closely, there was a sad look in those big, brown eyes; a "help me" look. They mirrored many past wrongs and hurts. Injuries and scars inflicted by rough, thoughtless people who knew little of riding or training a horse.

Old scars bore the proof of where spurs had dug in and where whips had cracked him. Proof of ignorant humans, who thought cruelty was the answer to breaking a horse. But it had only served to make him wilder, more difficult to handle and enhanced his name of The Wild One.

How he longed for even just one kind word. Someone to be gentle, kind; to understand that he wasn't bad - just made bad by people. Instead of a carrot, he'd always been given a sharp slap or a harsh word.

No wonder the poor misjudged horse had a dislike for humans. No wonder he reared in defence. It was only natural.

Time however was running out. If nothing could be done with him he was to be "sent away" - whatever that meant. The fact was, he no longer cared.

He was tired of it all. Tired of all the ill-treatment, the nasty words, the raised voices. Often the frustration would overwhelm him, making him buck and kick out until he was exhausted or someone appeared to "deal with him", when all he really needed was a little kindness.

As if by magic, his rescuer appeared, an elderly man in soiled moleskins and a dirty flannel shirt, with scuffed boots and thinning hair. Understanding eyes looked straight into those of the The Wild One, penetrating his thoughts. To The Wild One it appeared that at last perhaps here was someone who might understand. Someone who could communicate, glimpse into a haunted past. The Wild One gave a little nicker of greeting to this welcome friend and stretched out his nose.

His owner, the rough voiced man, raised his hand , ready to strike the horse, but was stoppped by the kind old man, who grasped his arm in a grip that had strength to it. The old man gently stroked The Wild One's nose and began talking to him gently. The horse could hardly believe it!

He hadn't felt a gentle pat or heard a kind word spoken for years! Instinctively he backed away, suspicious. What if this was a trick? Was he finally being "sent away"? The old man spoke to the owner as the horse stood watching nervously. The two men finally shook hands and the owner disappeared, fetching a halter and leadrope, which he handed to the old man.

Inside the dark, damp shed in which The Wild One spent most of his long lonely days, the old man approached quietly. He put the halter on and the horse calmly followed him out to whatever fate awaited him.

He followed the kind stranger onto the trailer and, with no regrets, left his home forever. Ears pricked and eyes full of uncertainty, the horse wondered where he would now end up. The trailer rocked gently, lulling him into a sense of calmness he'd never felt before.

At last when the vehicle stopped and the ramp was let down, the horse was led out. A large paddock, dotted with a few horses greeted him. A neat row of box stalls suggested a general air of cheerfulness he'd never before experienced. He was led into a clean roomy stall with an overflowing haynet. He even had a view over the paddock from his half door.

The old man watched smiling. From his long experience with horses he knew this was an intelligent animal only in need of a little kindness and understanding. The perfect recipe to erase all the hurts and make a good horse.

With time and perseverance, the horse would become devoted to the wise old man, gradually sharing his trust and confidence. Both horse and trainer were to become well known and admired at many local shows and events. Understanding, patience and the skill of a good horseman had given The Wild One a new life. A good formula for any partnership.

** WHAT IS IT ? **

What do you call the foal of a   MALE HORSE  Crossed with a FEMALE DONKEY ?

(A) Hinny

(B) Jennet

(C) Jenny

(D) Mule              Scroll down to see if your RIGHT !!!

If you picked ( A)  Hinny............. YOUR RIGHT !!