The twins — Tilly and Lilly — and mum Rose are all doing well
“Both the mare and stallion have such wonderful temperaments,” said Martin, adding the mare was one of the easiest horses he has ever started.
“I have been in the horse game all my life and I have never come across a mare that was so easy to break, she never put a foot wrong.
“It was enjoyable to get up in the morning and do some work with her — she is very special.
“You don’t need to spend a lot of money on horses. If you have a bit of time, they can turn out to be beautiful swans.”
The mare was sold locally and has gone to a home where they “absolutely love her”.
American Bashkir Curly horses are a rare breed, with curly, hypoallergenic coats.
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“The stallion has a temperament to die for,” said Martin, adding this is typical of the breed.
“They are good for all levels of riders and they aren’t at all sharp.”
Twins foals are an unusual sight. While it is common for mares to conceive twins, if they are spotted early enough, vets will usually abort one embryo to give the other foal and the mare the best chance of a safe, full-term, healthy pregnancy.
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