An Enduring Bond
Horses no longer carry soldiers into battle or pull plows and stagecoaches as they once did, and they’re no longer the engine of our economy. But our long relationship with these majestic animals has not ended; they’re still part of our lives.
In the past century, the number of horses in the United States and Canada dropped dramatically—and then climbed again. With more than 58 million horses in the world today, the enduring bond between horses and humans will remain strong for years to come.
Today, horses are used less for work, travel, and warfare and more for companionship and recreation. They also remain part of our lives in stories, books, and films. Whether imagining a knight in shining armor, a dusty cowboy, or a fairytale princess, it’s hard to imagine a hero without also imagining a horse.
Horses are deeply woven into the way we think about ourselves and our world. They’re more than just part of our history—they have become part of who we are.
