The horse is a domestic animal. He is found in many countries Some horses are small, some big small horses are called porgies The Arabian horses are famous. They can run very last the horse eats grass, by and grains. He requires great care. He should be fed and groomed well. The place where he is kept is called a stable. The stable should be cleaned daily We use the horse for riding. We put a saddle on his back and reins in his mouth. We sit on the saddle and hold the reins in our hands. The horse runs fast and can travel a long distance. In ancient times, the horse was the fastest means of travelling Some horses are used in races Race-horses are very costly the horse is also used for carrying loads. He can carry heavy loads. The horse is also used for drawing carriages Before the invention of the motor car, carriages were very popular. In some countries, the horse is used for ploughing. In our country, we do not use the horse for this purpose. The horse is very useful in the hilly regions of our country. He is used for riding and carrying loads. We can go up a hill sitting on the horse's back Ponies are useful for this purpose The horse is used in battles. Soldiers ride on his back. He also carries war materials Formerly; horses were very useful for this purpose. Nowadays, there are better means of carrying soldiers and materials Horse-riding is a good exercise. If one rides a horse daily, he becomes active and healthy. Rich persons use the horse for riding They also use the horse for playing polo. Poor persons cannot enjoy such luxuries. The horse is a faithful animal. He loves his master and saves him from danger. There are many stories of the faithfulness of the horse.