What can happen when you try to break a horse’s will
Hekla had to experience it with eleven years
7. February 2025
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Author: Monika Papenfuss
On the move in a snowstorm
The story of Litfari takes place in the 19th century. At that time, people in Iceland travelled exclusively on horseback. Since there were hardly any paths and bridges to cross sometimes raging rivers at that time, the journeys were dangerous and people often had no choice but to rely on their horses’ sense of direction, especially when difficult weather conditions came along.
25. February 2023
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The unfortunate fate of Jarpskjóni
It can be taken from many writings from former times that the Icelanders were tough on their workhorses. Often, they dealt ruthlessly with them. The fact that sweeping judgements do not always meet reality is shown in the following report from 1889.
1. September 2022
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Stígandi frá Kolkuósi
Who does not remember Stígandi frá Kokuósi, one of Heidi Schwörer’s foundation stallions? He certainly is remembered as an exceptional stallion for his extraordinary breeding qualities and his beautiful offspring. It is relatively unknown that Stígandi was not always seen in this light.
1. August 2022
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A language talented Icelandic Sheepdog in Copenhagen
With HestaSaga there are always surprises: Today we have a story from a special Iceland dog for you!
An Icelandic Sheepdog who travels with his owner from Reykjavík to Copenhagen in 1870 and experiences an adventure there – and his owner a surprise!
1. July 2022
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4. January 2022
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Horses open children’s souls
Visit at the Icelandic horse farm Wiedischenland in Germany
2. January 2022
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How to catch horses
Gaining the trust of a horse often puts patience to a hard test. A young woman struggles with her imported stallion until she is finally rewarded and realizes for herself what is really important to her.
31. July 2021
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11. September 2020
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