How to choose a name for horses?

You can admire the beauty of horses indefinitely. Strong, graceful, beautiful animals do not seem to rush, but float in the air, occasionally touching the hoofs of the earth. Not in vain, horses are considered a symbol of freedom and elegance.

At first glance, it is not difficult to choose a name for horses. However, experienced horse breeders know that at the birth of a foal, especially from thoroughbred purebred parents, it is necessary to adhere to strict compliance with the regulations.

The name for horses in which noble blood flows should begin with the initial letter of the mother's nickname. This rule is carried out rigorously with respect to all without exception breeds. In addition, the content in the name of at least one letter of the father's name is welcomed. For example, a wonderful name for a horse-girl, whose parents are called Clever and Chaly, is Luck.

The number of characters contained in the nickname should not exceed 27, and in some breeds, including the Orel trotter, this figure is 16.

As the nicknames should not be used the names of famous people, abusive and obscene words that offend the ear. The contents of initials and numbers in the horse's name are not allowed.

The name for horses should not be repeated already, as are the nicknames of horses who left the farm for whatever reason for 10 years. The names of stallions-producers can not be repeated 25 years after their death, the queens - 15 years.

The name of a thoroughbred horse is indicated in the passport, which contains other characteristics and records of parents, ancestors and their achievements. The document displays all the marks and individual features of the painting using a certain system of signs. Renaming a horse is not allowed.

If the animal does not possess the qualities of purebred breed, the nickname is chosen arbitrarily, at the request of the owner. However, thinking about what name to give the horse, you need to approach this issue seriously.

The name must be euphonious. If a long intricate name has been chosen for an animal, it is allowed to use its short, capacious and sonorous form, to which the horse will respond. A stallion named Convertible can be called a Caliber, and the mare Agrafena can be called a Count.

The name for horses must be positive, benevolent, since it has long been noted that the nature and behavior of the animal depend on it. It concerns not only horses, but also people, even writers and figures of show business take creative pseudonyms. A mare, called Laski or Baby, will be affectionate and obedient, which is especially good for learning to ride children's horses. A stallion bearing the nickname Whirlwind, Thunder or Typhoon will prove to be a fast and strong horse. Therefore, if the owner wants to make a horse a successful participant in horse races, it is worthwhile to give the stallion an appropriate name.

Sometimes the color of a horse plays a role when choosing a nickname. A black mare can be called a Night or Midnight, a mare of a red suit - Zarnitsa, Scarlet or Fiery. Popular names, talking about marks and stains of a horse, - Asterisk, Arrow, Pyatnashka.

Calling a horse by one name or another, remember that in part you choose your favorite fate.