That headline is out of Warren, Rhode Island–let’s just say it involves soiled rugs. (more…)
Bad Jumping Clinic with George Morris
Watch out–Uncle George is in an extra-cranky mood. Let’s hear what he has to say about this week’s batch of riders. (more…)
SpectraVET Classic Performance of the Week
Each week we spotlight a history-making moment by an equine legend–like steeplechase champion Red Rum’s win in the 1973 Grand National. (more…)
The Idea of Order: Guest comic week!
Sometimes, Morgane Schmidt lets her fiance Louis draw up her weekly comic. Always, hilarity ensues. (more…)
In the News: ‘Horse rescued after falling into well’
That headline is out of San Rafael, California, where a horse trapped in a 20-foot well spent two hours treading water for his life. (more…)
Eventing Nation: Eventing is a game of confidence and competence
Kate Samuels explains how sports psychology can elevate riding performance. (more…)
SmartPak Story of the Week
A big congratulations to Breanne Long for her winning contribution, “12 Horses Caught in Compromising Situations.” With 9,653 reads, it was the most-viewed guest submission of last week. (more…)
Let’s Discuss: To mount or not to mount from the ground
Centaur Biomechanics posted this fascinating video shot at 300 frames per second of a woman mounting her horse from the ground. (more…)
11 Horse-print Dresses You’d Look SOOO Cute In
I found this sundress at Target the other day on clearance for $12–score!!!–and now I’m obsessed. I want ALL the horse-print dresses. (more…)
Video du Jour: The Queen – A Passion for Horses
Away from the demands of royal duty, the Queen’s private passion is for the world of horses. Check out this excerpt from a new BBC documentary on the subject. (more…)
Tuesday Morning Feed from Dubarry
Some gals just won’t part ways with their Dubes–even on their wedding day! (more…)
Horses in History: The Caparisoned Horse
Our resident horse historian Lorraine Jackson examines this military tradition and remembers Black Jack, one of only two U.S. Army horses to ever be buried with full U.S. Military Honors. (more…)
Video du Jour: Remembering Sgt. Reckless
On honor of Memorial Day, today’s video comes from reader Raye Lynn Phoebus and features Reckless, a mare so heroic she was promoted to Staff Sergeant during the Korean War. (more…)
Monday Morning Feed from SmartPak
SmartPak’s Memorial Day Sale ends today! Save 10% and get free shipping on all orders over $150. (more…)
Weekend Wrapup from Kentucky Performance Products
How do you determine the percent protein in your horse’s diet? Our friends at KPP break it down. (more…)
Weekly Watering Hole, Presented by Horse Quencher
Each week we feature a different rider who is rocking their sport. Today we shine a spotlight on Horse Quencher-sponsored event rider Hawley Bennett-Awad. (more…)
Evention: How to change a horse trailer tire
If don’t watch this video and ever get a flat trailer tire, you are going to kick yourself SOOO hard. (more…)
In the News: ‘Sheikh Mohammed outlaws use of anabolic steroids in Dubai horse racing’
That’s a headline from a story in The Guardian about the Sheikh’s movement to crack down on doping. (more…)
Friday Flicks: ‘Flicka: Country Pride’
Just when you thought Amanda Ronan had run out of melodramatic horse movies, voila! And if the movie itself is even half as entertaining as this review, it’s worth a watch.
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Video du Jour: Open mouth, insert food
Remember that board game “Hungry Hungry Hippos”? This is kind of like that, but with two ponies and a donkey. (more…)
SmartPak Memorial Day Sale!!!
Take advantage of SmartPak’s Memorial Day Sale (10% off + free shipping with any order over $150) to stock up on summer essentials. Here are a few of Horse Nation’s summer must-haves. (more…)
Friday Morning Feed from Ovation
It’s getting hot out there–stay cool and comfortable in a pair of Ovation Eurolight Brighton DX breeches with Dry-Tex inner skin. (more…)
Ice, Ice, Baby: The science of hydrotherapy
Applying hot and/or cold treatments to our horses is an everyday occurrence, but do you know why it works? Amanda Moretz, a vet tech and equine massage therapist, explains. (more…)
Daily Dose of Adorable: Kids on ponies, squee!!!
There’s just something about seeing tiny children in the saddle that turns my heart to goo. Here are a few of my favorites. (more…)
Video du Jour: Which cup is the treat under?
I’m pretty sure my horse would be a champion at this game, too. (more…)