The Bomb-Proofest Grand Prix Horse in the History of Ever

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No, your chainsaws and umbrellas shall not disturb my one-time tempis, thankyouverymuch.
Horse Nation photo by Roy Fabricus of FabFoto Denmark

Photo by Roy Fabricus of FabFoto, Denmark

There is very little that I can add in words to enrich this performance by Swedish rider Anna Blomgren and her 2006 mare, Donna Summer. But it suffices to say that umbrellas, fire, chainsaws, and the world’s most creative use of a tarp are no match for Anna and Donna. Journalistic impartiality be damned; this is positively awesome.

Anna has worked her way up the dressage ranks all over the world, including “trying to do dressage on half-broke Arabians in the woods of Mississippi”, and working at the iconic Blue Hors Stud in Denmark. She currently works and trains out of the Netherlands, but if she ever comes to teach a clinic in America we will let you know. I personally would quite like to see the tarp trick in person.

You can find out more about Anna at her website, http://www.annadressage.com/.

Go riding!

 

Correction: In our initial publishing of this story, we incorrectly identified Anna as Danish. She is in fact Swedish! Thanks to our readers for catching our error. Go Sweden! 

World Equestrian Brands Helmet Cam: Horseball

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Get into the heart of a horseball match from the referee’s point of view!

If you rolled polo, rugby and basketball into one game (with perhaps the tiniest element of Quidditch thanks to that vertical hoop) you’d get horseball, an FEI-recognized discipline that’s popular in Europe and spreading around the world. Get an idea of what the game it like from the referee’s point of view:

This particular match took place in France, but the sport is also very popular in Italy and Spain; horseball also has leagues in Canada, Australia, China, Mexico and Argentina among other countries. The sport traces its roots back to an Argentinian game that involved a live duck rather than a ball — for obvious reasons, this early version is no longer widely played.

To learn more about horseball, see the International Federation of Horseball’s website.

Go horseball, and go riding!

5 Free Horses Searching for Forever Homes

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All around the nation horses are in search of safe, loving homes. Here are five available today.

This is your friendly Horse Nation reminder that our website only relists horses offered for free. Each seller/buyer should do their own research and remember horses are a huge responsibility.

Twice Bella – Massachusetts

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“Twice Bella is a kind hearted TB mare. Bella cannot be ridden or worked, and would do best as a pasture pal for another horse. She stands well for baths, the vet/farrier, and grooming. She is currently barefoot and is typically outside 24/7 spring-fall, going inside at night during the winter months. Bella sustained an injury to her hock a number of years ago, causing her to be retired. Since then she has served as a companion for our other horses and has had one foal. Please email [email protected] with any questions or for more photos.”

Jack – Pennsylvania

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“Jack is the sweetest most gentle gelding. Has excellent bloodlines and was intended to be a race horse. Sadly he was diagnosed with mild wobblers so he is not suitable for riding. He should live a happy life for many years and is gorgeous. He gets along with other geldings and mares perfectly. Very sweet to people too! Free, free, free as he cannot stay at our training barn.”

Chance – Florida

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“Chance is a beautiful 16.2 hand Chestnut Thoroughbred who is 17 years young and sadly I must give him up. I have owned Chance since he was 4 and my life has forever been enriched by having him in it. He loves people and has the goofiest/sweet personality mixed with a cute walk/trot/canter in the riding ring. He loves attention, exercise, and of course peppermints.”

OTTB Mare – Massachusetts

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“8yr old 16 1h dark bay TB mare. Off the track since 2010 has had letdown time and a lot of groundwork basics but very little under saddle work so would need to be restarted under saddle not for beginners as a riding horse Blind in 1 eye has been that way for life so she is well adapted and not spooky Nicely built athletic and a exquisite mover with clean legs and no health issues Would make a good companion or broodmare now gets along well with others can live out or in and isn’t a very hard keeper or a riding horse with training. Owners have new baby and no time to continue her training. Located in Rehoboth MA. Free to good home references will be checked Email [email protected].”

Czarsa – New York

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“Czarsa is looking for her forever home! 11 yr old mare, easy keeper, gets along with geldings and mares, can no longer be ridden due to kissing spine. Call 914-666-2607 for more info.”

Go Riding!

 

Kentucky Performance Products: Spring Allergies

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Lots of us humans are suffering from allergies this time of year … but what about your horse? Here’s how to recognize allergies and how to help your horse feel better!

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When health issues arise, always seek the advice of a licensed veterinarian who can help you choose the correct course of action for your horse. Supplements are intended to maintain healthy systems and support recovery and healing. They are not intended to treat or cure illness or injury.

 

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