“You… actually got a pony.” You’ve… just gotta watch it.
BOOM!! (That was my head exploding)
Introducing Horse Lovers Camera: a brand-new iPhone app that allows you to superimpose adorable horse pictures on whatever you want. (more…)
Winner’s Circle: Hahahorses.com
Winning caption: “Someone always has to ruin the Christmas card photo.” -Beth Collier
The Secret Life of McKenna & Dorito: Why I do this
After a lengthy gush-fest about Hunter Hayes (this is “Horse Nation” McKenna, not “Hunter Nation”), McKenna gets down to the business of asking hard questions. (more…)
What is wrong with the world?
Remember the story of that Pennsylvania horse trainer who took in over 100 ex-racehorses, promising to give them a good home, and then sent them all to slaughter? She won’t be going to prison. (more…)
Horse Illustrated: Dealing with unwanted advice
HN contributor Huxley Greer knows enough about the horse world to be helpful and enough about Photoshop to be dangerous. Really, really dangerous. Take it away, Huxley. (more…)
What is wrong with people, seriously?
A British author who has written several books about equine care and behavior has been charged with causing unnecessary suffering to four horses. (more…)
Morning Feed: Thursday, February 23
Good morning, Horse Nation! It’s Thursday, which means that if this week was a triple combination, you’d be clear through the first and second and headed toward the last. (more…)
EN Today: New track, new life
From Visionaire: Our friends at www.goodhorse.org sent us this video, explaining their plans to create an OTTB DVD series. It sounds like a great project! (more…)
Michigan stable fire claims at least 25 horses
Campbell Stables, a thoroughbred facility in Jackson County, west of Detroit, was destroyed in a fire Tuesday night. One farm worker was taken to the hospital with burns. (more…)
As the Hotwalker Turns: From the outside looking in
HN columnist Katy Groesbeck presents a handy translation guide for non-horsey friends, family members and significant others. (more…)
Combined Driving: World Cup selection trial kicks off tomorrow in Fla.
Eighteen FEI Advanced singles should make for an exciting competition at the Little Everglades International Combined Driving Event. (more…)
Winner’s Circle: Hahahorses.com
Winning Caption: “Hurry Lassie! Timmy’s fallen in the well!” –Sue H.
Video du Jour: A mighty tumble
One of the first foals by Kentucky Derby winner Super Saver was videoed attempting to stand for the first time. Spoiler alert: It doesn’t work out too well for her. (more…)
So Brilliant, So Cranky: Life after George
Robert Ridland will become the next U.S. Show Jumping Chef e’ Equipe after George Morris retires from his position in 2013 after six years of service. (more…)
And that’s why we like you, Bit of Britain
The company releases a video demonstrating how their pill crusher can be also used as an ice-crusher for margaritas, a martini shaker and a mint-muddler for mojitos. (more…)
Zara Who? British event rider/royalty denied access to an equestrian event
Official didn’t recognize her in her “very ordinary little car.” That’s what happens you leave your tiara at home, Zara. (more…)
Fore! When riding and golf collide
HN Contributor Megan Kaiser discovers she may have much more in common with her golf-obsessed husband than she previously imagined. (more…)
Morning Feed: Wednesday, February 22
Good morning Horse Nation! If you’re reading this, there’s a pretty good chance I’m still in bed. (more…)
EN Today: Training sessions in Aiken and Cali
East side, west side, bloods, crips, sharks, jets… Eventing Nation covered its bases today, bringing us training session coverage from both coasts. (more…)
Mardi Gras: Lady Godivas parade ‘in the nude’
Here’s a nice mental image for ya: An all-female New Orleans riding group that dons nude body-stockings and chucks bedazzled horse shoes into the crowd. (more…)
Danielle Grice clinic report
It was back-t0-basics at a clinic with Grand Prix jumper rider Dani Grice in Minnesota. Emily Kelly, Jessi Derry and Maura Daugherty fill us in on what we missed. (more…)
Your Turn: The love story of Victoria and Rascal
When Victoria Smith first met Rascal, a bordering-on-homicidal mustang, he had few redeeming qualities. But Victoria saw straight through his shenanigans. (more…)
Winner’s Circle: Hahahorses.com
Winning caption: Losing a bet in Canada can have serious repercussions. –GasMenagerie