Horses with unusual companions [PICTURES]
We all know what fantastic companions horses make, but it seems we’re not the only ones who share a special bond with equines.
When we asked Horse & Hound readers if their horses had any unusual companions, we were inundated with fabulous pictures of the most unlikely friendships.
From goats, alpacas and sheep, to rabbits, hens and cows, we hope you enjoy our selection of horses and ponies with their unusual animal friends.
Horses with unusual companions
Snowy moment: Sukulaku the dog is best friends with horse Drumguido despite their difference in size
Best buds: This horse shows his fondness for his faithful canine companion
Feathered friend: Patricia the hen makes the most of the view on Mimo the pony
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These horses seem to enjoy sharing their field with two goats
Walkies: This golden retriever helps out at the yard by leading his horsey friend
Fin the dog and Harvey the foal pose for a picture
Nap time: McKenzie Ragan’s horse spends time in the stable with the whole clan
Three’s a crowd: Fred the horse enjoys a graze with three tabby cats
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Rachael joined Horse & Hound in 2014, initially as a digital sub editor then became part of the news team as a writer in 2015. The philosophy graduate studied journalism at the Press Association before working as a local reporter at the Brentwood Gazette. Rachael is now a mum of two and still loves all things equestrian, including hacking, dressage and jumping with her cob Bert. Rachael left the H&H staff to go freelance in June 2019, but still contributes to our magazine and website, as well as our sister magazine Country Life, among others.