When horses decide they’re going to ruin an otherwise perfectly nice photograph, they don’t mess around. Check it out these photos of horses that are totally stealing the show. (more…)
Wednesday Book Review: ‘My Favorite Mistake’
Horse Nation book critic Erin McCabe gives showjumper Georgina Bloomberg’s young-adult novel a spin. Can she write as well as she rides? (more…)
The Idea of Order: Amateur hour
“Just curious: Does anyone else think tying a wound-up, 1,100-lb. animal to a string and holding on sounds a little foolish?” That’s the inspiration behind this week’s comic by Morgane Schmidt. (more…)
Flex’n Fork™ ‘Oh Crap’ Moment of the Day
Today’s “Oh Crap” moment is just crying out for a caption contest. What do you think is going on here, Horse Nation? (more…)
Wednesday Morning Feed from World Equestrian Brands
Want to take the Lamborghini of dressage saddles for a spin? The brand new Classic Siena Dressage Saddle from Amerigo is available in the U.S. for the next two months for test rides! (more…)
EN Today: Know your toothbrush
Yvette Seger owns two toothbrushes: one she puts in her mouth, and one she doesn’t. Our fave “Tips for Eventers Living in Itty-Bitty Apartments in the City” columnist explains the difference. (more…)
Flex’n Fork™ ‘Oh Crap’ Moment of the Day
This feature is usually comical in nature (at least in hindsight!) Today’s “Oh Crap” moment, however, could have turned into an “Oh $h!t” moment if not for this harness racer’s quick thinking. (more…)
Quarter Horse Can Jump: 2013 AQHA Huntfield Derby Series
Speaking of neat new AQHA classes, the 2013 Huntfield Derby Series kicks off next week after a successful inaugural year. Maegan Gossett tells us what we can expect. (more…)
6 Foxes That Are Smarter Than You
Do you know why foxhunters very rarely ever catch their fox? (In the unlikely event that they do, it’s because the fox is either sick or old.) Here are six foxes that put the “fox” in “outfoxed.” (more…)
News: Two-fer Tuesday!
How’s this for a double-header: “Man who rode horse into church seeks forgiveness” (Liberty, KY) PLUS “Getaway donkey foils robbery attempt” (Columbia). People… you just never know what they’re going to do next. (more…)
Video du Jour: Houdini horse cannot be contained
Gates, stall doors, assorted latches… there is nothing that Mariska can’t open. This Friesian mare is on a mission. (more…)
In My Boots: Ranch Pleasure
Devoid of tail extensions, silver-trimmed tack and “bedazzled” attire, the AQHA’s Versatility Ranch Horse competition is all about keeping it real. Kristen Kovatch gives us the 411 on a cool new class, Ranch Pleasure. (more…)
Tuesday Morning Feed from Dubarry
Who’s afraid of a little snow when you’re wearing Dubs? Check out this picture Dubarry recently posted on its Facebook page. (more…)
Flex’n Fork™ ‘Oh Crap’ Moment of the Day
This bit of riding by steeplechase jockey Tom Cannon has got to qualify as one of the greatest saves in “Oh Crap” history. And he goes on to win the race! (more…)
EN Today: 5 tips for equine winter health
From blanketing to nutrition to staying hydrated, Kate Samuels share some advice for keeping your horses healthy and happy through the chilly months. (more…)
Your Turn: Outfitting your clotheshorse
Are you the proud owner of a clotheshorse? Megan Rust gives us a peek inside her horses’ closet, er, tack room and shares some tips for keeping all that wardrobe organized. (more…)
SmartPak Story of the Week
A big congratulations to Morgane Schmidt for her winning contribution, “The Idea of Order: Reason #17 that equestrians winter in Florida.” With 1,801 reads, it was the most-viewed guest submission of last week. (more…)
Video du Jour: Horse left in starting gate recovers to win race
In the first race of her career, 4-year-old filly Market Quote thrilled spectators at Santa Anita yesterday with an amazing comeback. (more…)
3 People Who Are Truly Dedicated To Lunging
These people love lunging, and they aren’t going to let a stupid “No Lunging” sign stand in their way. (more…)
HN Classifieds: ‘Mascot Pony; my pretty dress up pony – $850’
‘Intellectual pony seeks serious adult home/horse barn mascot job.” And the ad only gets more awesome from there. A big thanks to Alison Wilaby for the link! (more…)
Monday Morning Feed from SmartPak
There are, like, a million supplements out there–deciding what’s right for your horse can be overwhelming to say the least. That’s where SmartPak’s Supplement Wizard comes in. (more…)
Weekend Update from Kentucky Performance Products
What supplements do you need to maintain your horse during the winter? This question was posed in a recent entry on the KPP “Tips & Topics” Blog. (more…)
Weekend Roll Call: What are you up to?
Desperate after a week of rain and snow, I loaded up the horse and headed south in search of drier ground. Tell us how you are spending your weekend in the comments section below! (more…)
Your Turn: When one door closes…
What if the boarding facility where you kept your horse shut down? What would you do? Where would you go? That’s what just happened to contributor Jennifer Ferrell. (more…)
Shake’n Fork™ ‘Oh Crap’ Moment of the Day
The epic dressage naughtiness continues with this series of photos submitted by reader Kate McNeel of her daughter performing “Rodeo Dressage.” (more…)