It’s time to start thinking about show season. A major part of that is making sure that you are offering your horse all the nutritional support you can. Fortunately, Kentucky Performance Products is here to help. Learn more: (more…)
“I’m just trying to get to know him, figure him out and create a long lasting relationship with him. I had forgotten how long it actually takes to make a horse your partner. This is a wake up call and a bit of a blow to the face.”
Last week’s Thoroughbred Logic centered on typical post-track Thoroughbred feet and their commonly long toes and low, under-run heels. This week’s article centers on a more extreme case: Mountain Holiday and his horrible hooves. (more…)
Keeping horses isn’t exactly the cheapest undertaking. Between costs of feed, hay, and bedding — especially with rising gas prices! — horses make a big dent in our wallets. However, Haygain can help. Learn more! (more…)
There’s good news in the equine wellness realm! Animal Wellness Action’s lobbying achieved these wins and others for horses thanks to the support of Horse Nation’s readers. (more…)
This week’s equine girl boss is Rani of Jhansi, who is described as India’s Joan of Arc and one of the greatest freedom fighters of India. Learn more about this equestrian warrior. (more…)
Spring means a lot of things: longer days, warmer temperatures, more riding time… but it also means yearly wellness exams and spring shots. It can be a lot to keep track of. Here is how one rider keeps track of her yearly wellness requirements. (more…)
It’s official. Spring is here. That means it’s time to get started on spring cleaning at the barn. Here are some helpful reminders to make sure you keep your barn and gear in top shape. (more…)
The time for spring shots has come. Some question the need for vaccinations. Fortunately, there’s ample information (and research!) available to explain why we vaccinate horses the way we do. Here’s a quick rundown: (more…)
To shoe or not to shoe? That is not the question in today’s Thoroughbred Logic. Or, more accurately, it may be the question, but the answer isn’t so simple. Each horse has its own set of needs. Learn more. (more…)
It’s a man’s world… except when it isn’t. Experts from the University of Nottingham have found that the sex of a jockey doesn’t influence any aspect of racehorse physiology and performance. (more…)
The next installment of Equine Girl Bosses introduces the Rives Sisters. Amelie and Gertrude were exceptional horsewomen and writers — we can get behind that! (more…)
