1. Horses have very good "homing" senses and can find their way back from a very long way away.

2. The average lifespan of a horse is around 20-25 years.

3. Experienced horsepeople can tell the age of a horse by looking at its teeth.

4. Yes! Feathers are the long hairs on the back of a horse's 'ankle'. They help to drain water away from the hoof.

5. Horses at grass spend around 11-13 hours a day grazing.