I couldn’t resist posting a couple more photos of those delightful frolicsome creatures: Icelandic horses.
Just look at them – they’re enchanting little fuzzy carpets on four hooves!
(Click the photos to enlarge them.)
Even in a terrible snowstorm, both the horses and owners seem to be having such fun.
These Vikings epitomize endurance, don’t you think?
For more cheerful creatures, please visit: Camera Critters
and Pet Pride!
Lady Fi 
They are really neat horses!! Even in the snow!! ;-))
LikeLike
indeed!
LikeLike
They are lovely looking. Even though you must be so fed up with the snow by this point, it does add to the magic of the moment.
LikeLike
They are lovely and I like your word description of them.
LikeLike
Fortunately they have a very thick winter fur ! They looks so beautiful !
LikeLike
It’s not “fortunate” so much as a result of simple evolution. The Icelandic breed descends from horses vikings brought over to Iceland long ago and the horses that didn’t have thick winter fur wouldn’t have made it through the harsh winters. Interestingly this has led to a breed that is so adapted to cold that it actually doesn’t fare well at all in the Swedish climate — it’s too warm. I hope that the horses in Fi’s photos are Swedish-bred horses and not imported, as otherwise they’re probably miserable in the summers.
LikeLike
Fluffyiness…..!..must be a necessity where you are, great images.
LikeLike
(horse thinks): I’m supposed to be related to Arabian stallions. It’s warm in Arabian, isn’t it? Time to visit the rels…
LikeLike
I can just imagine wearing a long velvet cloak with romantic sweeping hood and being led on a sleigh by these beautiful horses.
LikeLike
You’ve got some great comments….I looked at the photo’s and all I could think about was a pantomime horse!! (sorry, it was the seperate head and bottom that did it!)
C x
LikeLike
Beautiful shots of icelandic horses in snow.
LikeLike
Thanks for sharing these pictures and linking to your previous ones last week. I like how you described the horses.
LikeLike
LadyFi: I agree, they are very hardy people and horses. It looks like a great time to share.
LikeLike
Heavy coats for the cold, winter days. I imagine the cold and snow does not bother them much.
Di
The Blue Ridge Gal
LikeLike
They are sweet and lovely. Very huggable!
LikeLike
You say “fuzzy carpets on four hooves”. Great description. These are amazing horses and have a beauty all their own.
LikeLike
They look so soft!
LikeLike
The natural world and all its creatures never fails to amaze me. It’s great to have so many ways these days to learn and see more — TV and photos and the Internet — your photos!
The “stain glass” photo of your previous post is stunning!
LikeLike
Brrr, it looks cold! They look like lovely horses 🙂
LikeLike
Beautiful photos, and yes, it looks like everyone is having fun. But I’m wondering when you start to thaw out in Sweden…?
LikeLike
Good question! We thought we would be thawing out right about now.. and indeed, lots of roads were clear. But now a snow blizzard has covered us in snow again…
LikeLike
great title great horses
LikeLike
this might sound silly since they’re such strong creatures but I also find them very huggable 🙂
LikeLike
Reposting is a great idea when the subject is as awesome as these!
LikeLike
They are great looking horses!
LikeLike
Sooooo beatiful!
LikeLike
Fiona, I don’t want to say that I have been lurking. More or less just dropping by when I have a quick moment. Those horses are stunning, is there a photo shoot in your future?
What great subjects they would make.
Jen
LikeLike
They really are beautiful creatures. I love the photos with the snow falling. Feel free to post as many as you like! 🙂
LikeLike
I like the way the saddle is rimmed in just the right color, matching the coats – how did you manage that, Fi?
LikeLike
Fantastic horses!
A lot tougher than the horse the NLSM’s sister was riding yesterday but then again she was able to ride in a t-shirt! Spring has finally come here!
LikeLike
It looks shivery cold..and the horses obviously have heavy winter coats..I wonder if those gals have discovered hand warmers:)
LikeLike
I’m glad you posted some more photos … they are stunning creatures!
LikeLike
“Frolicsome” is a wonderful word and should be used far more often.
With Diffident Temerity,
Percy
LikeLike
‘Fuzzy carpets on four hooves’ – wonderful description. I imagine riding in a snowstorm might be rather hazardous but I suppose they’re very sure-footed ( should that be ‘sure-hoofed’?)
LikeLike
I prefer big Thoroughbreds and Warmblood, but Icelandics are a hoot and a holler, too, when they get going — and strong as all get out. Those necks are solid muscle. Just try turning one of them when they don’t want to go that way. Great photos. Horses — I love them all!
LikeLike
They do seem to be having fun! Even though it looks freezing (!!) it seems they are used to it. Great pics!
LikeLike
wonderful…i really need to go horseback riding again…
LikeLike
Icelanders are sturdy horses. They manage. 🙂
LikeLike
They’re like something out of a fairy tale!
LikeLike
So fuzzy!
LikeLike
They are lovely little horses.
V.
LikeLike
They look like a great companion to share a snow blizzard with. We are still on a roller coaster here…..65 today and snow coming in tonight for a couple of days.
LikeLike
I’m always amazed by how fuzzy horses get and how quickly. Great pictures.
LikeLike