Winning caption: “you might want to consider switching to decaf!” –mary aschenburg (more…)
Confessions of a Horse Show Mom: Responsible sharing
There’s a time for sharing, and there’s a time for politely saying no. HN mom-in-residence Barbara Hamilton talks about teaching your child to respect personal property. (more…)
SmartPak Story of the Week
A big congratulations to Glenn the Geek from Horses in the Morning for his winning contribution, “Top 10 Perks of Dating/Marrying a Horse Girl.” With a whopping 4,482 page views, it was the most-viewed guest submission of this week. (more…)
Your Turn: Loose horse! pt. 2
Inspired by yesterday’s “Loose Horse” post, reader Maureen Hall sent us this video of a dressage show incident in which her horse got free and ran around for almost half an hour. She managed to catch him moments before her test. (more…)
EN Today: Barbury CIC*** dressage results
Who wants to go to the Olympics? This weekend in England, the short-listed U.S. event riders get one last chance to put their money where their mouth is. (more…)
Oh $h!t: Life’s a ditch
We love honoring Horse Nation’s fallen soldiers. Today’s “Oh $h!t” moment is brought to you by event rider Haley Benzon and her horse, Dan. Take it away, Haley! (more…)
Friday Flicks: Horses in supporting roles
This week, Horse Nation movie critic Amanda Ronan spotlights some of the best (and worst) horse scenes of non-horse movies. (more…)
Let’s Discuss: Hot Nation
How hot is it supposed to be where you are this weekend, and how will all that pink/red on the map affect your horsey plans? Share with us your plans for beating the heat. (more…)
Dear SmartPak: Weight gain advice?
Dr. Lydia Gray of SmartPak advises a horse owner who has concerns about her horse’s recent weight loss following a cross-country move. (more…)
Horse Haiku
fresh hay in a pile
pawing through I find that it
will make a nice rug
By Kathleen Yearwood (more…)
Friday Morning Feed from Ovation
Happy Friday, Horse Nation! Welcome to the home stretch of the week, and good luck in your sprint toward the finish. (more…)
Top 5 at 5: Loose horse!!
Earlier today, a horse got loose and was found running through the streets of Columbus, Ohio, prompting traffic jams and other assorted chaos. Which inspired us to compile this Top 5 List of infamous “loose horse!” incidents. (more…)
HN Rerun: Beat the heat, pt. 2
I was going to wait until tomorrow to post this, but after posting Part 1 earlier today there was a clamoring of “We want Part 2 and we want it now! Because it’s hot NOW!” And here at HN, we give the people what they want. (more…)
Oh $h!t: Your most humilating moments, captured on film
Looking at this screenshot, you’re probably thinking something along the lines of, “Oh, boy. That’s not going to end well.” Well, the “Best Save” award goes to… (more…)
Summertime Track Sojourns
I picked up Saratoga Stories: Gangsters, Gamblers & Racing Legends at the Kentucky Horse Park gift shop last year, and since backstory always unmasks the best adventures, this summer it’s Travers Stakes or bust. (more…)
4th of July or the End of the World: Does your dog know the difference?
If your canine has a nervous meltdown when things go boom in the sky, consider these suggestions by resident SmartPak dog whisperer Meghan Law. (more…)
Let’s Discuss: Getting your horse’s feet wet
A willingness to traverse creeks or xc water complexes is a useful skill for any horse to have. Do you have any tips for introducing a green horse to water or rewiring a horse with water-phobia? (more…)
HN Rerun: Beat the heat, pt. 1
Earlier this summer Dr. Jen Johnson penned a fantastic series about proper post-workout care for horses in hot weather. With a heat wave encompassing much of the nation, we think it’s appropriate to republish. (more…)
The Secret Life of McKenna & Dorito: Highs & lows
McKenna’s big move-up to training level has come with its fair share of growing pains. But she’s doing her best to keep her heels down and her chin up. (more…)
Video du Jour: ‘I’m farming and I grow it’
This isn’t exactly about horses, but plenty of readers will be able to the rural lifestyle of these young farmers who shoulder the thankless task of keeping food on America’s dinner table. (more…)
Smile for Horse Nation!
Ever wonder where “Idea of Order” artist Morgane Schmidt gets the ideas for her comic? Apparently, her horses are comedians too. At top, her horse Woody; in the video, Woody’s baby bro Willie. (more…)
Horse Haiku
On the track “failure”
Off track her kind eyes caught mine
Now loving best friend
By Julie Howard (more…)
Thursday Morning Feed from Fleeceworks
Good morning Horse Nation! It’s a good thing you guys are so cool, because the next few days are supposed to be scorchers. (more…)
Winner’s Circle: Hahahorses.com
Winning Caption: “Someone said I could get an Apple in here.” –Jon (more…)
The Idea of Order: More famous last words
This may the first time in history an artist has attempted to capture the elusive “buck-fart” in action. Leave it to Morgane Schmidt! (more…)