The Unseen Brilliance: Good Horse Has No Color

Horses are truly magnificent creatures. From their majestic beauty to their incredible strength, they have captivated humans for centuries. While many people consider coat color an important characteristic when choosing a horse, the truth is that a good horse has no color. It is their temperament, abilities, and bond with their rider that matter the most.

The Myth of Coat Color

When it comes to horses, coat color often takes center stage in discussions and even influences purchasing decisions. Black, bay, chestnut, or palomino, people have their preferences. However, it is essential to debunk the myth that coat color is an accurate indicator of a horse's qualities.

A gray Arabian horse floating across the field, a palomino displaying its golden mane, or a magnificent black stallion running free - these visuals may be striking, but they don't guarantee an exceptional horse. It is what lies beyond the color that truly matters.

A Good Horse Has No Color : Searching Iceland for the Perfect Horse

by Nancy Marie Brown(Kindle Edition)

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2134 KB
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Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
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Print length	:	244 pages
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Temperament and Training

What separates good horses from the average ones is their temperament and training. A horse with a calm, even-tempered nature is a joy to handle and ride. They are responsive to their rider's cues and have a willingness to learn new things.

Training plays a crucial role in shaping a horse's behavior. A well-trained horse will be obedient, respectful, and cooperative. The best horses have received proper training from experienced professionals who understand their individual needs and are adept at developing their skills.

Skills and Abilities

Every horse is born with its own unique set of qualities and abilities. These attributes are not determined by coat color but are inherent traits of the horse itself.

A good horse is often athletically gifted and excels in various disciplines such as dressage, show jumping, or barrel racing. They possess a natural talent that can be further nurtured and refined through proper training.

It's important to recognize that a horse's abilities are not limited to its coat color. A chestnut horse can be just as skilled and exceptional as a bay or black horse. The focus should always be on the individual horse and its talents rather than its superficial appearance.

The Human-Horse Bond

The relationship between a horse and its rider is a unique bond that transcends the notion of coat color. Good horses have a special connection with their owners, built on trust, respect, and mutual understanding.

When a strong bond is formed, the horse and rider become a harmonious team. Good horses have an innate ability to read their rider's cues, making them responsive and sensitive to even the slightest of movements. This connection allows for effortless communication, leading to better performance and success in various equestrian endeavors.

Choosing the Right Horse

When searching for a horse, it's important to focus on qualities that matter most rather than being swayed solely by coat color. Look for a horse with a good temperament, proper training, and exceptional abilities in the desired discipline.

Take the time to interact with the horse and observe its behavior. A good horse should exhibit calmness, receptiveness, and a willingness to engage and connect with humans.

While coat color can be visually appealing, it should never be the determining factor in choosing a horse. Remember, a good horse has no color, but it possesses qualities far more valuable that will enhance your equestrian journey.

As horse enthusiasts, it is crucial to break free from the limitations imposed by coat color. Rather than being fixated on visual aesthetics, let us shift our focus towards the intrinsic qualities that make a horse exceptional. A good horse is defined by its temperament, training, skills, and the bond it shares with its rider. So remember, the next time you witness the brilliance of a horse, look beyond its color, and appreciate the unseen excellence that lies within.

A Good Horse Has No Color : Searching Iceland for the Perfect Horse

by Nancy Marie Brown(Kindle Edition)

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2134 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	244 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE

After several visits to study the medieval Icelandic sagas, Nancy Marie Brown returns to Iceland to search for the perfect horse, one she can bring back to her Pennsylvania farm and make her own. She arrives shaken by tragedy, uncertain of the language, lacking confidence in her riding skills, but determined to make her search a success. She finds inspiration in the country’s austere and majestic landscape, which is alive with the ghosts of an adventure-filled past. In the glacier-carved hinterland, she rides a variety of Icelandic horses—some spirited, willful, even heroic; others docile, trusting, or tame. She also meets an assortment of horse owners, who can be as independent and stubborn as the animals they breed. Little by little, visiting legendary horse farms, watching skillful riders, taking sea-splashed treks with opinionated experts, she opens herself up to the strange and wonderful world she’s entered. She discovers what makes Icelandic horses unique—why they are celebrated in glorious sagas and protected by national law. She also learns much about herself as a horsewoman and, more importantly, discovers what she is really looking for, in a horse and in her life. Evocative, clear-headed, and richly described, this book is for anyone who has at some time in their life searched for something perfect.