If an Indian wishes to gain something, he promises his horse that if the horse will help him he will paint it with native dye, that all may see that help has come to him through the aid of his horse. Shamans fly over realms on mythical horses. Like the horse, people with horse medicine are able to carry other people's burdens. Chinese astrology attributes the horse with being adventurous and pleasant company. No other animal has helped humans as much as the horse.
Many people believe horses are gifted with clairvoyance and can identify magickal persons.
The stallions are linked to sexual talent and appetite. Horses are still used for work, whether it be plowing, pulling, carrying or riding. Totem animal spirits will help you through life, if you listen and learn from the messages and lessons they give to you. They will keep humans from repeating the same mistakes which prevent them from advancing spiritually in this world. Mitakuye Oyasin - We are all related.