And it’s got everything we could have possibly hoped for, including but not limited to an adorable baby Clydesdale, a bromance of epic proportions, and, of course, beer. (more…)
20 Horse-themed Some eCards
Confession: I’m a little bit addicted to Some eCards. Probably 95% of the user-generated cards on the site are too crude for HN’s virgin ears, but I sorted through the riffraff and pulled out these for your enjoyment. (more…)
EN Today: Neville Bardos tapped for Hall of Fame
We don’t always crop Boyd Martin’s pretty face out of a picture, but when we do, it’s because the horse he’s riding is awesome enough by itself. Jenni Autry reports on Nev’s latest honor. (more…)
Video du Jour: What. The. Full-cheek snaffle.
We’re super confused. We noticed this new equestrian-themed promotional video on YouTube–but we can’t figure out what it’s supposed to be promoting. Any ideas? (more…)
News: Debate on potential relocation of ‘demon horse’ upcoming
The fate of a controversial equine sculpture at Denver Int. Airport will soon be on the table, according to Fox 31 Denver. (more…)
Shake’n Fork ‘Oh Crap’ Moment of the Day
Falling off your horse is one thing. Falling off your horse in front of hundreds of millions of viewers is another. That’s what happened to this cavalry guardsman. (more…)
The Craic Heard ‘Round the World: My Irish Sidesaddle Foxhunting Adventure
“Craic” (Irish slang for “fun”) is exactly what Susan Corwin had when she embarked upon an Irish sidesaddle foxhunting adventure exactly one year after undergoing a double-mastectomy. (more…)
Thursday Morning Feed from Fleeceworks
This week’s Fleeceworks Team Talk comes from Caitlyn Silliman, an event rider whose relationship with her horse is truly inspiring. (more…)
Evention Presents: Walking distances and building a safe showjump course
Whether you’re a rider or a course designer, it is your job to set your horse up for success. This week Schramm Eventing helps you make a plan. (more…)
News: ‘Horse’s giant soccer ball stolen’
“What is this world coming to when people will steal horse toys?” That’s what one angry California horse owner wants to know, according to The Press-Enterprise. (more…)
EN Today: The one who started it all – Killian
Jessica Bortner-Harris talks to four-star rider Sinead Halpin about Killian, her first upper level horse, whom she describes as “half amazing athlete and half crazy.” (more…)
Flex’n Fork™ ‘Oh Crap’ Moment of the Day
Riding on the beach… sounds pretty nice, huh. Until your horse gets the bright idea to roll in the surf with you on him. Oh crap. (more…)
The Riding School: Baby, it’s cold outside
Frigid temps present a special challenge for those who make their living teaching others how to ride. Here’s is how our columnist The Riding Instructor makes the most of winter. (more…)
8 Indoor Horses
Between torrential rains and rapidly plunging temperatures, I know my horse would like to be indoors today. Here are eight horses that are living the house-horse dream. (more…)
The Idea of Order: Poopsicles
Horse Nation’s illustrious illustrator Morgane Schmidt continues her tirade against winter horsekeeping with this brand new instant classic. (more…)
Wednesday Morning Feed from World Equestrian Brands
Want to win an Equilibrium Therapy Massage Pad for your horse? Here’s how to enter World Equestrian Brands’ latest contest. (more…)
Saying Goodbye To a Friend
Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with Horse Nation contributor Susan Corwin, who parted ways with her beloved eventing partner Monty today.
HN 2012 Rear End Awards
While everyone else is handing out Year End Awards, we at Horse Nation prefer to hand out Rear End Awards. Eternally a fan of the underdog, today we honor the horse and horseman who most successfully “brought up the rear” in 2012. (more…)
EN Today: Decoding your OTTB’s race record
To the untrained eye, a racing chart might look like gibberish–but there is actually a method to the madness. Lauren Nethery shows us how to unravel the mysteries of your ex-racer’s past. (more…)
A Big Horse Nation Welcome to Point Two!
Notice something different about the Horse Nation homepage? We’re a big fan of Point Two air vests–here are a few reasons why. (more…)
9 Men We Wouldn’t Mind Having Around the Farm
Especially if they weren’t wearing shirts. Or pants. Here’s a great big dose of stablehand eye candy coming right at ya, Horse Nation. (more…)
Flex’n Fork™ ‘Oh Crap’ Moment of the Day
Have you ever seen a turtle get stuck on its back? That’s what happened to this horse after he took a roll in the snow. If horses could talk, we bet he’d say “Oh Crap.” (more…)
Tuesday Morning Feed from Dubarry
The bad news about winter: It’s freaking cold. The good news: As a result, we get to wear cute hats and scarves. Check out these accessories from Dubarry. (more…)
Wylie’s World: Let’s blow this popsicle stand
Winter weather have you feeling stir-crazy? I can relate. This is the story of my most recent nervous breakdown, and how I regained my sanity. (more…)
News: ‘More than 30 firefighters rescue pony in well’
That’s the headline from a story published today in The Telegraph about an English pony named Nova who found himself in a “tight spot.” (more…)