SmartPak Monday Morning Feed: Women’s History Month
March is Women’s History Month and in order to celebrate, our good friends at SmartPak are using this month as an opportunity to celebrate some of the incredible women whose stories inspire them. (more…)
Spring Turnout Tips for Sugar-Sensitive Horses, Presented by Kentucky Performance Products
Having the clocks spring forward and warmer temperatures may be welcome milestones for equestrians, but spring grass can pose problems for sugar sensitive horses. (more…)
Weekend Wellness: The Equine Respiratory System and Disease Prevention
The equine respiratory system plays a huge role in disease prevention — and in more ways than people believe. Learn more: (more…)
Reader Photo Challenge: Cats & Their Minions…
… err, friends. We mean equine friends. Yeah… that’s what they are. (more…)
Thoroughbred Logic: Riding the Nervous Horse (Part 3)
“If they are going to go, best to set them up for success and go forward with them. There’s trust to earn there. Hold them back, and you may add to the worry, anxiety and fear. At the end of the day, they simply weigh more, and they’ll go despite you.” (more…)
#goriding Grams of the Week
Another week of horse life, rounded up in your images. (more…)
Spotlight On Dressage4Kids: How Tech Expands Community Access to Horses
Dressage4Kids provides educational and competitive opportunities for youth and the adults who support them. Find out more about how technology has enabled the program to reach more people on a consistent basis. (more…)
The Idea of Order: Spring Cleaning
They’re baaaack….
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Equine Girl Bosses: Empress Elizabeth of Austria
From training with the circus to working with “untamable” rescues, Empress Elizabeth of Austria, affectionately known as Sisi, certainly was an equine girl boss. (more…)
How to Help Ukraine: Resources for Assisting Displaced Humans and Horses
We’ve compiled a list of resources for those wishing to help at-risk humans and animals fleeing or otherwise displaced by the conflict in Ukraine:
Kentucky Performance Products Tuesday Video: Walking Himself
Some days, you’re just going through the motions…
Mythbuster Monday: Horses Are Not Losing Body Heat if Snow is Accumulating on Their Backs
On Mythbuster Monday, we tackle a variety of equestrian myths to either bust or confirm. Today’s discussion: Is your horse cold if the snow is sitting on his back?
‘Oh Crap’ Monday: That’s Never Good
Monday already is the crappiest day of the week, so it only makes sense that we make things official. Here’s our latest “oh crap” moment. (more…)
SmartPak Monday Morning Feed: Preparing for Spring
As winter begins to woah, equestrians everywhere begin thinking about riding season. This is especially true for those with no indoor and particularly rough winters. Learn how one equestrian gets her horses ready for spring. (more…)
Reduce Your Horse’s Excitability Through Diet, Presented by Kentucky Performance Products
If you’ve ever wondered whether your horse’s diet is making it a little crazy, the answer is it might be. Diets high in simple carbohydrates can contribute to your horse’s excitability. Learn more: (more…)
Gibson and the Apocalypse: Beasts of the Field
Timothy and alfalfa fields, more specifically.
Thursday Video: How To Get On Your Horse
Or maybe this should be called how to get your horse under you… (more…)
Reader Photo Challenge: Puppy Pals
Enjoy these ten photos of horses with their canine buddies!
Thoroughbred Logic: Riding the Nervous Horse (Part 2)
“Just like his transitions, progress is incremental. We might take a few steps back before we go forward, but if communication stays clear, slowly but surely, accuracy will take the place of anxiety.” (more…)
7 Tips for Sending Good Photos to Your Veterinarian
Sometimes your equine veterinarian is able to assist you remotely. However, in order for them to do so effectively, they need high quality photos to give them as much information as possible. Here are some tips on sending photos to your vet. (more…)
The Idea of Order: Stand with Ukraine
Because sometimes people suck.
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#goriding Grams of the Week
Another week of horse life, rounded up in your images. (more…)
Equine Girl Bosses: Isabella I of Castille
March is Women’s History Month. To kick off the month, we’re pleased to introduce a new series: Equine Girl Bosses. This series will highlight bada$$ horse women throughout history. The first to be featured? Isabella I of Castille. (more…)
