Reader Photo Challenge: 2022 Favorites
Enjoy these eight photos taken in 2022.
The Idea of Order: Winter Riding…
Your springboard into the Spanish Riding School…
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Rest and Recovery: The Secret Weapon You Need to Utilize
You’ve been training hard, putting in the hours at the barn and the gym – but could you actually be doing more harm than good? Scheduling in time for a bit of R&R – that’s rest and recovery – is one of the smartest things you can do for your body.
Kentucky Performance Products Tuesday Video: Christmas Breeze
This Santa decided to take his racehorse instead of reindeer!
SmartPak Monday Morning Feed: Blanketing and Coat Growth
Winter is here in full force. So even though it may be a bit late for some of us, there is much to consider for next year when it comes to blanketing our horses. Here’s what Dr. Lydia Gray has to say about blanketing horses and coat growth. (more…)
Triple Trouble: Santa’s BIG Helper
Santa’s helpers come in all shapes and sizes. At Marcella’s barn, Santa’s biggest helper is Funny Bunny B, a patient off-track Thoroughbred who keeps the littles busy while everyone else prepares for the holidays. (more…)
The Candy Cane Case: A Pony Detective Story
The crew at M&T Pony Detective Agency is back. This time they have a mystery crash and a large case to solve!
Reader Photo Challenge: Holiday Photos
Enjoy these 13 photos of horses in their holiday attire!
Thoroughbred Logic: In Front Of The Leg
“[T]he biggest determining factor of getting around a course successfully is having the horse in front of the leg, and thereby having the quality of canter to indeed tackle all of the obstacles with both power and balance.” (more…)
The Idea of Order: sNOw Angels…
The unintentional kind…
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Kentucky Performance Products Tuesday Video: The Grinch Who Stole a Horse
This Grinch who stole Christmas was sighted stealing some presents — and a horse!
Christmas In Dixie: Emma Kate Parr and Pipe Down Compromise Win The American Qualifier
After three days of tough competition, Cambrie DeLaune and VF Leo Stinson won the Average at the Christmas In Dixie. Emma Kate Parr and her off-track Quarter Horse gelding, Pipe Down Compromise, came out on top in the American Qualifier.
Mythbuster Monday: Cities in the United States Celebrate Horse Christmas
On Mythbuster Monday, we tackle a variety of equestrian myths to either bust or confirm. Today’s discussion: Do cities in the United States celebrate Horse Christmas?
How To Help Your Horse Stay Warm in Winter, Presented by Kentucky Performance Products
As the mercury plummets, some horses begin to struggle to stay warm. For each horse, it’s a bit different, but are some helpful tips on how to help your horse stay warm in the winter. (more…)
Friday Video: Mari Lwyd
AKA, how to haunt your family’s Christmas memories for decades to come.
Patterns for the Weekend: The Garrocha Challenge
Try this challenge to improve your horse’s maneuverability and your timing! (more…)
Three Tips for Hiring a Horse Sitter for the Holidays
And three things you should do after they’re hired. (more…)
Reader Photo Challenge: Roans
Enjoy these seven photos of roan horses!
What Is Small Business SEO and Why Does Your Equine Business Need It
Knowing how to market your equine business properly on the internet can be daunting. Fortunately, there’s quite a bit of help available to small equestrian businesses get their content seen and grow their companies. Learn more about using SEO the right way:
Thoroughbred Logic: The Slow Down
“[H]ere’s hoping the breaks that you take are those you choose — with an eye to growth and a bit of a reset before the sun comes back out and the next season sneaks up and kicks off.” (more…)
The Idea of Order: ‘Snow Men’?
Or rather, sNOw men…
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PAST Act Passes U.S. House Again but Falls Short of 2019 Vote as It Continues To Lose Steam
As the embattled PAST Act continues its rounds in Congress, progress is till delayed. Animal Wellness Action’s Marty Irby offers his take on why more steps forward have not been taken. (more…)
