TNT Horse Haven
A Scottsdale, AZ 501c3 Horse Rescue
Fun Facts
About Horses
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Horses can sleep both lying down and standing up.
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Horses have around 205 bones in their skeleton.
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Horses are herbivores (plant eaters).
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Horses have bigger eyes than any other mammal that lives on land.
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Because horse’s eyes are on the side of their head, they are capable of seeing nearly 360 degrees at one time.
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Horses gallop at around 44 kph (27 mph).
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The fastest recorded sprinting speed of a horse was 88 kph (55 mph).
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Estimates suggest that there are around 60 million horses in the world.
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The fastest recorded sprinting speed of a horse was 88 kph (55 mph).
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A male horse is called a stallion.
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A female horse is called a mare.
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A young male horse is called a colt.
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A young female horse is called a filly.
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There are at least 186 Breeds of horses. For example, TNT Ranch has 3 Quarter Horse, 1 Paint, 1 Missouri Fox Trotter. There are also Thoroughbreds, Arabians, Friesian and so many more….
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There are 5 Major types of Horses: Draft horses, warmbloods, light horses, gaited horses and ponies.
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Horses come in many colors… vivid coat colors, ranging from solid and static to multifaceted and ever-changing. Their colors are controlled by genetics. Their colors can be Bay, Chestnut, Grey, Black, Sorrel, Dun, Palomino and Pinto.
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The average gestation length in a mare ranges from 320-362 days. Your mommy carried you for about 280 days.
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A Mare can give birth to her foal by either standing or laying down. Their front hooves and nose show first, and the foal is normally birthed within a few minutes.
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The average brain of a horse is about 2.5” in size and weighs about 22 ounces, half the size of the human.
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Horses are not able to vomit and if they get a stomach problem it can be very harmful to them. This is known as Equine Colic.
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Horses will not lie down simultaneously because at least one will act as a look-out to alert its companions of potential dangers.
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There are 4 basic gaits that indicate the speed a horse is moving. Walk, Trot, Canter and Gallop.
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Horse riding is often used as a form of therapy for people with disabilities.
Sources for Facts: Science Kids, Wikipedia, The Fact Site, Cool Kid Facts
Horse Ownership Costs
Owning & Caring for a Horse
Feed, maintenance and Healthcare Needs…
The average horse weighs 1,100 pounds and needs to eat a minimum of 16.5 pounds to 27.5 pounds of its body weight each day in hay and pellets.
Vet and Farrier…
Vet is an annual visit for standard check-up, teeth, sheath, shots, minor care for non-emergency injuries… Averages $485 per year per horse. In addition to vet fees, there is a cost for hoof maintenance. Caring for your horse’s hooves isn’t an optional expense. Poor hoof care can lead to infection, joint hyper-extension, and even permanent lameness. Horses are seen by a Farrier every 6 weeks to be trimmed and shoed… Average per horse $150
Adopt A Horse Programs:
Feed a Horse for 30 days = $150
Love a horse (includes stall chores and learning basic horse interactions) = $250
12 Riding lessons (3 per week) = $480
Care for a horse for 6 months (food = $900, 1 vet call, = $85, 3 farrier visits = $450) = $1,435
TNT News
News from TNT Catering & TNT Horse Haven
Meet Emma
Hee-Haw! – Emma is our new donkey. Her markings are that of a Jesus donkey. She is 12 years old and very playful and as expected, she is a little stubborn, but we are working on getting her to follow us around without a lead rope. She really loves attention! We rescued her from…
Meet Oliver
Oliver came with Emma. He is an elderly quarter horse with a very loving disposition. Unfortunately, his health is not good. He has navicular issues, laminitis, thin hooves and a bacterial skin infection – all being addressed. He is also getting a metabolic panel to help determine his overall health. Due to his leg conditions…
Meet Gunnar
Gunnar – As best we can tell he is Quarter horse and Morgan. He is gentle and loving, 13 years old, rides very nice and is ready for adoption!
Meet Flier
Flier is an Arabian, 24 years old. She was a big racer with a significant win as a young horse. Like Gunnar she is gentle and rides well. She is looking for her new adoptive home!
Meet Evvy
Kruetka – Now known as Evvy is a 15-year-old spirted Arabian that has never been fully broken. She would be a great project horse to finish breaking or a great companion horse. We have her in the stall with another horse which calms her down so her sweet disposition can be better appreciated.
Emma’s Petting Zoo
TNT Horse Haven has just invited Emma to have her very own Petting Zoo! She has been given 4 Goats with very charming, playful, affectionate and loving personalities! Introducing Thelma and Louise – Both Nigerian Dwarf goats who have adapted and are enjoying their new home with us. We have a new ‘goat’ pen with…
Contact Us
We Are Looking Forward to Hearing from You
Facility Address:
8755 E. Dixileta Dr.
Scottsdale, AZ 85266
Mailing Address:
8525 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd. Suite 101
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Make a Donation
Help Support TNT Horse Haven with Your Donation
Complete the form below to make a tax-deductible donation to TNT Horse Haven, LLC. Your donation will offset the costs of feed, vet services, shoeing and other needs of the horses.
TNT Horse Haven, LLC is a 501c3 charitable organization and your donation is deductible for federal tax purposes.