Ah, technology — you’ve come so far, yet how far you still have to go. Reader Lynn H. submitted this head-scratcher of a screenshot of an automatically-translated horse listing.
“Repeat after me: It is never a good idea to go ‘just look’ at a horse when you are a) sad b) have an empty stall and c) your husband isn’t home to say no. Someday, I’ll lead by example.”
In a positive move recognizing the importance of schooling shows and the base of support for the sport of dressage among schooling show riders, the USDF recently announced a new Regional Schooling Show Awards Program.
Corey Cushing and Sonita Lena Rey capture the World’s Greatest Horseman title in Fort Worth at the NRCHA’s Celebration of Champions! Watch highlights from their four rounds here.
Many liberty trainers teach their horses elaborate routines that are incredibly impressive to watch, but simple act of a horse choosing to stay with a human, free of restraints, is a truly beautiful thing.
“I was gratified not only to see him go so nicely for another rider, but to know that my ‘flatwork is flatwork’ mentality with a focus on correct riding really did pay off, no matter what kind of saddle was on his back.”
“Joey is currently up for adoption, and I have no doubt that he will find his perfect home, because, after all, chicks dig scars. Now ain’t that a kick in the head?” Ashley Francese tells the unlikely story about how a severe wound ended up saving a horse’s life.
Back to back weeks of competition can be thrilling, but they also pose some concerns when it comes to the well-being of these high-performance horses. Michael Tokaruk shared some of his go-to methods for preparation and recovery in regards to his horses.
