A Shire horse mare called Swift was rescued by Devon fire crews after falling and becoming trapped in a ditch. Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service said crews from Plymstock and Camels Head, as ...

Owners of all horses in the equestrian classes of the Great Yorkshire Show are being urged to allow their horses to sport ...

"She was full 17 hands in height, was as courageous as a lion; had a sweet disposition; was loving and friendly in the stable ...

A horse with a trainable brain and the right attitude towards his work will make life easier and more enjoyable for his rider at every level. “First and foremost, look for something that enjoys ...

horse racing, trail riding, and farm work. With over 400 different breeds, you may wonder: Which horses are best for riding? The best horses for riding will have comfortable gaits and excellent ...

Shire horses are adored across Great Britain and beyond. Their impressive stamp, calm disposition and kind nature has earned them a status as a gentle giant. However, as with all breeds ...

King Buck is a Belgian, the heaviest of draft horse breeds and also one of the tallest. However, Shire horses are considered to be the tallest breed overall. King Buck was born in September of ...

Though not primarily bred in Kentucky, the Shire Horse’s presence in the state is felt through its involvement in farm work and historic demonstrations. Known as “gentle giants,” Shires are one of the ...

A brewery that has used shire horses to deliver to pubs since the 1800s has decided to stop the service, with the horses - Sam and George - going to a new home in Wales. Wadworth, in Devizes ...