From the original and consistent Spanish base were developed the more common breeds that are associated with the American West: American Quarter Horse, Paint, and Appaloosa These have been largely separated on the basis of color, but were originally part of a population that included all of these colors and patterns. What are Spanish horses … Read more
With a long, culturally rich history of horsemanship, Spain is one of the most popular destinations for horse riding in Europe. What is Spanish dressage called? A: “Doma” means “dressage” in Spanish, and “vaquera” means “western.” So doma vaquera can be loosely translated as a Spanish version of Western dressage, similar to the American Western … Read more
Are there any big cats in Spain? With its lustrous, spotted coat, kohl-rimmed eyes and tufted ears, the Iberian lynx would not look out of place in Africa or Asia. But this is Europe’s big cat. And the lynx that dozens of people have come out to see today could be the key to saving … Read more