10 Fascinating Facts About Icelandic Horses

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DiscoverTheHorse

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@DiscoverTheHorse
@DiscoverTheHorse 3 жыл бұрын
Let's see those ✋Hands UP! ✋ If You've Ridden an Icelandic! 🐴 What breed would you like to learn about next? 🗨
@derbystablesamazinghorses3151
@derbystablesamazinghorses3151 3 жыл бұрын
The Kludraber horse
@janpeters1531
@janpeters1531 3 жыл бұрын
Newfoundland Pony
@robercrombie_
@robercrombie_ 2 жыл бұрын
I did when I was in Germany! I love it, they run very funny :D
@sandrawash8875
@sandrawash8875 2 жыл бұрын
I have two Icelandics and they are the BEST horses of the eleven that I own.
@morganbeasley
@morganbeasley Жыл бұрын
I own 7
@kristalmeracle3876
@kristalmeracle3876 3 жыл бұрын
I had an Icelandic horse. She passed away at the age of 32. I miss her tremendously. She was like riding a flying carpet. So smooth and fast!! She was the smartest horse I've ever dealt with and I've rode a lot of different breeds and was a jockey for 7yrs. She had a lot of heart and can do attitude. I swear she could read my mind sometimes. I feel blessed to have had her in my life but I'm terribly lost without her.
@DiscoverTheHorse
@DiscoverTheHorse 3 жыл бұрын
Oh Kristal, I am so so sorry for your loss. Big hugs to you. They are such a special part of our lives and it is just heartbreaking to have to say goodbye.
@sandrawash8875
@sandrawash8875 2 жыл бұрын
I have two Icelandics and they are the smartest of the eleven horses that I own.
@thomasbernecky2078
@thomasbernecky2078 2 жыл бұрын
sounds like time for another?
@kristalmeracle3876
@kristalmeracle3876 2 жыл бұрын
@@thomasbernecky2078 i would love to have another Icelandic or maybe a Missouri Foxtrotter. You know what they say," Once you go gaited you never go back."
@morganbeasley
@morganbeasley Жыл бұрын
@@sandrawash8875 do they keep the other horses at arms length? My two experiences with mixed herds is that the Icelandics wanted nothing to do with the other horses
@carolhill9934
@carolhill9934 3 ай бұрын
Had a wonderful time riding the Icelandic horse last year when we visited Iceland. Best time ever😊
@pamsmith6998
@pamsmith6998 2 жыл бұрын
🙋‍♀️. Thanks for sharing this video. I fell in love with them in Colorado. I was introduced to them by an older gentleman whose doctor told him he could no longer ride due to back problems and surgeries. This older gentleman became very depressed until another friend introduced him to the Icelandic breed. He credits them with saving his life, as he can enjoy riding again with no problems for his back. As I age, I see their comfortable gaits and outstanding personalities as big pluses for the mature (😂) rider.
@DiscoverTheHorse
@DiscoverTheHorse 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Pam! Thanks for sharing, what an inspiring story! I'm so happy to hear that he (and you!) found out about them. They are such a wonderful breed!
@jaytgodby-schwab715
@jaytgodby-schwab715 3 жыл бұрын
Just got back from my second trip to Iceland and once again fell madly in love with the Icelandic horses. I rode for close to two hours in the pouring rain and didn't even feel the rain. Flying carpet is the closet description I've heard explaining their gaits. Want one so bad, but dang they are hard to find and expensive.
@DiscoverTheHorse
@DiscoverTheHorse 3 жыл бұрын
Oh my goodness, that sounds so amazing!!
@richlee2956
@richlee2956 3 жыл бұрын
Nowhere near as expensive as practically any other breed and we have owned and showed many different breeds over the decades. All of the 10 facts are absolutely true. We now have three Icelandic's, two sweet geldings who are like classic "bros" in both closeness and energetic play and one gorgeous, brilliant and fearless blue dun mare who is clearly the "alpha female". Here is a brief video of them playing: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZbPq6eLp9eajac We spent less to purchase and ship our three horses then we have on our racing road/mountain bicycles. There is a wonderful community of breeders and trainers here in Northern California. Laura Benson, a.k.a Lala Boosh is one of them. Here she is featured with Gundmar Peterson as the founders of Knights of Iceland: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iGHZhqtrl5uAaq8
@angelamccoll7014
@angelamccoll7014 3 жыл бұрын
✋I went to Vermont for an equestrian vacation and rode amazing Icelandics, in fact I fell in love with them so much that I plan to purchase one when my beloved MFTs pass away. Beautiful horses with great dispositions and as I get older I need those smooth gaits and it helps that they’re smaller so ground is closer! 🤣
@DiscoverTheHorse
@DiscoverTheHorse 3 жыл бұрын
Oooh, fun! Sounds like an awesome vacation! They do have a way of stealing our hearts, that is for sure. Plus the ground being close is super nice! 😊
@lauracoffey2474
@lauracoffey2474 3 жыл бұрын
I am purchasing an Icelandic right now. Thanks for the info!
@DiscoverTheHorse
@DiscoverTheHorse 3 жыл бұрын
Congratulations!! How exciting!!
@sandrawash8875
@sandrawash8875 Жыл бұрын
Laura, I know you will be so happy with youn new Icelandic.
@craigedwards3040
@craigedwards3040 3 жыл бұрын
I have been blessed to have ridden these wonderful horses & pray and dream to own them one day !
@fluffy_mcflooferson4635
@fluffy_mcflooferson4635 3 жыл бұрын
✋ trekked in Iceland a few years ago and just fell in love with the breed.
@DiscoverTheHorse
@DiscoverTheHorse 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome!! The treks there look absolutely incredible!
@morganbeasley
@morganbeasley Жыл бұрын
You can come ride Icelandic horses with me in Alaska! They are the best
@sandrawash8875
@sandrawash8875 Жыл бұрын
I'd love to if I am ever lucky enough to visit Alaska.
@april_hardeman
@april_hardeman 3 жыл бұрын
I had so much fun riding the tolt on an Icelandic horse!! Very neat experience.
@DiscoverTheHorse
@DiscoverTheHorse 3 жыл бұрын
It is such a fun feeling, isn't it! I remember the first time I rode tolt, I couldn't stop smiling and giggling! 😆
@robbinglion7433
@robbinglion7433 2 жыл бұрын
I have two icelandic horses right now (and had some before) and they are really the bedt breed
@IcePonyGoddess
@IcePonyGoddess 3 жыл бұрын
Love my Ice Ponies!
@DiscoverTheHorse
@DiscoverTheHorse 3 жыл бұрын
They are so much fun!! 😊
@chelsytuplin8036
@chelsytuplin8036 Жыл бұрын
I never riden an Icelandic pony. but the Icelandic pony is on my dream riding list.
@MrPicky
@MrPicky 9 ай бұрын
it is not a pony ;)
@chelsytuplin8036
@chelsytuplin8036 9 ай бұрын
@MrPicky but sometimes I forget that Icelandic are horses and not ponies 😀.
@RoniChastainNY
@RoniChastainNY 3 жыл бұрын
I just got back from Riding Iceland. While I am a new rider, I did 3 full days instead of the 5 for my trip. They are beautiful and so gentle and sweet.
@lisarg
@lisarg 10 ай бұрын
My favorite!! I go to Iceland just to ride them at Hekluhestar Farm
@Meowairn
@Meowairn 3 жыл бұрын
I own a Icelandic her name is FIG they are the best breed and great personality’s
@DiscoverTheHorse
@DiscoverTheHorse 3 жыл бұрын
💕Awwww, I love the name Fig!
@patriknilsson2175
@patriknilsson2175 9 ай бұрын
I used to ride an Icelandic horse at riding school as a little kid, she was my favourite, but when they took her out of classes for breeding on, I didn't want to continue ☺️
@Nina-vs1ry
@Nina-vs1ry Жыл бұрын
I live in Sweden and there are many Icelandic horses here. I was riding them for years in a riding school that had about 30 Icelandic horses. I love to (as we say here) - tölta!
@callmeodd1527
@callmeodd1527 3 жыл бұрын
✋greatest thing I’ve done in quite a while! First horse I cantered on and I was kind of set if for failure... no other horse I have ridden have been as smooth and soft in their canter. Tölt is also amazing, like riding on a cloud
@DiscoverTheHorse
@DiscoverTheHorse 3 жыл бұрын
Well done! I agree, their gaits are so much fun!!
@kitvekshygomnielsen9704
@kitvekshygomnielsen9704 3 жыл бұрын
i own af beautiful dark brown young mare with fire (orange color) in her mane
@DiscoverTheHorse
@DiscoverTheHorse 3 жыл бұрын
Oooh, she sounds amazing! I absolutely love the different colors in the breed!
@derrickjenniferwatkins1394
@derrickjenniferwatkins1394 2 жыл бұрын
My sister breeds beautiful Icelandic horses. Thank you fo this beautiful, informative video!
@DiscoverTheHorse
@DiscoverTheHorse 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! Is she a breeder in Iceland or another place?
@sandrawash8875
@sandrawash8875 2 жыл бұрын
I have eleven horses. Two of them are Icelendic mares, one black and one golden dun with a dorsal stripe. And the Icelandics are the smoothest riding, smartest and most loving of all of my horses. In fact, the Icelandics are the only ones that I want to ride now. They have great personalities and they are so brave and never spook. So lucky to have discovered the Icelandic breed.
@DiscoverTheHorse
@DiscoverTheHorse 2 жыл бұрын
They are such a wonderful breed! :)
@heatherharris5230
@heatherharris5230 3 жыл бұрын
You have such an enjoyable and informative presentation. Had a smile on my face the whole video. Have you showcased the Nokota yet? Many similar aspects. Thank You🤗
@DiscoverTheHorse
@DiscoverTheHorse 3 жыл бұрын
Than you so much Heather! I'm so glad to hear you enjoyed the video! Yes, I love Nokotas, their videos are here on the channel. They are such a fun breed!
@ooXChrissieXoo
@ooXChrissieXoo 2 жыл бұрын
Oh if i ever get a horse i think this is the horse for me. Comes with so many modes too 😹
@morganbeasley
@morganbeasley Жыл бұрын
you will save bank on vet bills too
@TheMonaRainbow
@TheMonaRainbow Жыл бұрын
Where are you located so I can plan a trip to see these magnificent creatures
@johnhedegaard9439
@johnhedegaard9439 2 жыл бұрын
I ride a icelandic horse and i own one
@kentucky-barrelracer
@kentucky-barrelracer 2 жыл бұрын
🌟I have a Icelandic horse in my last video love the videos
@kilipaki87oritahiti
@kilipaki87oritahiti 2 жыл бұрын
The Norse brought them over from Scandinavia, specifically Norway... to kke the breed pure, they don't allow for any other breeds in Iceland, and if a horse leaves the country, it's never allowed back into prevents diseases. As a Norwegian I grew up riding these back in the late 90's, and 2000's. Also been riding in Iceland, as my partner is Icelandic. They are also the only breed in the world to have 2 more gaits, than the standard 3 most others have, which is due to a gene mutation. Also people forget that back in the day, people where not as big nor as tall as the general population are now due to genetics, and diet, as well as lifestyle. This is backed up by science, and DNA, as well as material evidence such as beds etc.
@barbll000
@barbll000 2 жыл бұрын
I believe there are people in Ontario Canada that are raising them. I would love to ride one hopefully one day.
@morganbeasley
@morganbeasley Жыл бұрын
A very big Icelandic ranch in BC outside of Vernon too, one in vermont as well
@susanbunge8943
@susanbunge8943 2 жыл бұрын
Have them here at home 2 500 approx across Canada.
@morganbeasley
@morganbeasley Жыл бұрын
that's where I got mine!
@chi.co3650
@chi.co3650 3 жыл бұрын
🖐🖐🖐 my mom has 3 of them😍❤
@DiscoverTheHorse
@DiscoverTheHorse 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome!!
@1cruzbat1
@1cruzbat1 3 жыл бұрын
✋ ✋ ✋ I love horses in general but my heart belongs to Icelandics. The only drawback...they are like potato chips. It's hard to own just one!
@DiscoverTheHorse
@DiscoverTheHorse 3 жыл бұрын
💕You are absolutely right, it is very hard to own just one!!! 😆😄
@sandrawash8875
@sandrawash8875 Жыл бұрын
Oh so true! I had to get another Icelandic too.
@viktoriafonn6493
@viktoriafonn6493 3 жыл бұрын
i own a Icelandic horse, his name is Djákni. he is great!, although i do not know how other breeds of horses are due to the fact that i have never been out of Iceland sadly :/
@morganbeasley
@morganbeasley Жыл бұрын
You will be disappointed, though would probably get a thrill from riding a nice tall horse 16 hands and up!
@beckyandrew53
@beckyandrew53 2 жыл бұрын
✋👏great ride. Wish I had a barn full of them.
@lynnlebahn3702
@lynnlebahn3702 11 ай бұрын
Where do I find an Icelandic Horse rescue in Idaho state USA?
@kathrynlefevre6264
@kathrynlefevre6264 7 ай бұрын
👍
@Pricedaddy
@Pricedaddy 3 жыл бұрын
these facts are true she's right with everything I own a beautiful made her name is Sarah she's a gray
@MissouriPA
@MissouriPA Жыл бұрын
@emiliasigmundsdottir9279
@emiliasigmundsdottir9279 3 жыл бұрын
Try Faroe Island pony
@DiscoverTheHorse
@DiscoverTheHorse 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent suggestion! They are on my list and cannot wait to film them. :)
@karolinadilja51
@karolinadilja51 3 жыл бұрын
✋✋✋✋✋✋✋
@DiscoverTheHorse
@DiscoverTheHorse 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@thomasbernecky2078
@thomasbernecky2078 2 жыл бұрын
Guys who ride thank all gaited horses.
@karlaug4450
@karlaug4450 Жыл бұрын
0:58 - 1:03 is saying what ethlic group race brought the horse to Iceland ?. Sounds like your saying " The Rye-heem people ¨ . There is no such thing right ?. So what people brought them over ?. Just curious & like to learn certain topics & certain stuff .
@Goldenzelda
@Goldenzelda Жыл бұрын
"Vikings brought their horses with them".
@karlaug4450
@karlaug4450 Жыл бұрын
@@Goldenzelda Thanks for the info. .
@sanamahboub9669
@sanamahboub9669 3 жыл бұрын
Shire
@TammiYoung123
@TammiYoung123 3 жыл бұрын
🤚🏻
@effeo9962
@effeo9962 2 жыл бұрын
You mispronounce the ö in tölt.
@blindedbliss
@blindedbliss 3 жыл бұрын
Working cows?
@NightPonyLauraTheCarrot
@NightPonyLauraTheCarrot 2 жыл бұрын
So non breed horses are not ponies? miniature horses
@림태산
@림태산 2 жыл бұрын
Put down a lot of korean and world's stock. And then d'ont raise it up~~!! I's right~!! 🐢......
@Slievenamon
@Slievenamon 3 ай бұрын
The word "pony" is a British concept that needs to be scrapped. The Caspian is only 10 hands or 11 hands but is called a horse. The craze for larger horses is just stupid and is linked to British snobbery. By the way, if an able bodied person is unable to mount a horse from the ground without a ladder then the horse is too big, it is as simple as that.
@MissouriPA
@MissouriPA Жыл бұрын
👍
@OliviaDragonman
@OliviaDragonman 3 жыл бұрын
@DiscoverTheHorse
@DiscoverTheHorse 3 жыл бұрын
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