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Thoroughbred Logic: Go Forward.

February 17, 2022Aubrey GrahamAubrey Graham#series, Thoroughbred LogicComments Off on Thoroughbred Logic: Go Forward.
“The only way forward is through, the only way through is forward.” In this week’s Thoroughbred Logic, Aubrey Graham discusses the importance of going forward.  (more…)

Reader Photo Challenge: Equine Valentines

February 17, 2022Marcella GruchalakMarcella Gruchalak#readerphotochallengeComments Off on Reader Photo Challenge: Equine Valentines
Here are ten photos of readers with their horsey valentines!

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Mind Your Melon: Dancing With CNLjayy

February 16, 2022DeAnn SloanDeAnn Long Sloan#MINDYOURMELONComments Off on Mind Your Melon: Dancing With CNLjayy
It seems this horse wanted a bit of attention, too… (more…)

482 Trainers Accepted to 2022 Thoroughbred Makeover

February 16, 2022DeAnn SloanEdited Press Release#RETIRED RACEHORSE PROJECTComments Off on 482 Trainers Accepted to 2022 Thoroughbred Makeover
The Thoroughbred Makeover class of 2022 officially has been announced. The journey officially begins for 482 trainers and 505 horses. (more…)

The Idea of Order: Horse People…

February 16, 2022Morgane SchmidtMorgane Schmidt, the idea of order#HORSE PEOPLE, #THE IDEA OF ORDERComments Off on The Idea of Order: Horse People…
Life is about choices, and we make some interesting ones.
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Two Ways To Use Positive Reinforcement Training

February 15, 2022DeAnn SloanChelsea Canedy#HORSE TRAINING, Chelsea CandeyComments Off on Two Ways To Use Positive Reinforcement Training
Chelsea Canedy offers tips on horsemanship, training, mental training for riders, jumping, flatwork and beyond. Today, she discusses two behavior issues she addresses with positive reinforcement training.
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#goriding Grams of the Week

February 15, 2022DeAnn SloanReader Submission#GRAM OF THE DAY, #GRAMS OF THE WEEK, #INSTAGRAMComments Off on #goriding Grams of the Week
Another week of horse life, rounded up in your images.

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Kentucky Performance Products Tuesday Video: Peabody the House Horse

February 15, 2022Marcella GruchalakMarcella Gruchalak, Sponsored#kentuckyperformanceproducts, #tuesdayvideoComments Off on Kentucky Performance Products Tuesday Video: Peabody the House Horse
Peabody the House Horse has touched lives all over the world and he’s this Tuesday’s dose of cuteness!

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Ashley Schafer and Born on Derby Day Win the Kinder Cup Futurity

February 14, 2022DeAnn SloanKatelin Parsons#BARREL RACING, Kinder CupComments Off on Ashley Schafer and Born on Derby Day Win the Kinder Cup Futurity
The 2022 Kinder Cup Barrel Racing Championship wrapped up over the weekend. The event featured a  2D Futurity, 2D Derby and 4D Open as well as an Amateur Futurity, Amateur Derby, Slot Race, Adult Sidepot, Youth Sidepot and No Penalty Sidepot. Learn more: (more…)

SmartPak Valentine’s Day Feed: Homemade Valentine’s Day Horse Hearts

February 14, 2022DeAnn SloanSponsored#SMARTPAK, #VALENTINE'S DAYComments Off on SmartPak Valentine’s Day Feed: Homemade Valentine’s Day Horse Hearts
It’s Valentine’s Day. Show your horses how much you love them with these homemade heart treats. (more…)

‘Oh Crap’ Monday: This Pony Chose Violence

February 14, 2022DeAnn SloanDeAnn Long Sloan#OH CRAP MONDAYComments Off on ‘Oh Crap’ Monday: This Pony Chose Violence
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…)

A Winning Combination, by Kentucky Performance Products

February 12, 2022DeAnn SloanSponsored#KENTUCKY PERFORMANCE PRODUCTSComments Off on A Winning Combination, by Kentucky Performance Products
Vitamin E is essential for the performance horse. Learn more: (more…)

The Horse’s Quality of Life & Role in Society: Then vs Now

February 11, 2022DeAnn SloanContributor#YOUR TURNComments Off on The Horse’s Quality of Life & Role in Society: Then vs Now
Horses have been a part of human life for over 6000 years, but has their quality of life improved? Louise Richards explores just that. (more…)

Patterns for the Weekend: Improving Strength and Bend

February 11, 2022DeAnn SloanDeAnn Long SloanPatterns for the WeekendComments Off on Patterns for the Weekend: Improving Strength and Bend
Eight cones, four poles and you’ll be ready to go.  (more…)

Reader Photo Challenge: Unique Markings

February 10, 2022Marcella GruchalakMarcella Gruchalak#readerphotochallengeComments Off on Reader Photo Challenge: Unique Markings
Enjoy these 13 photos of horses with their unique markings!

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Thoroughbred Logic: Go Show

February 9, 2022Aubrey GrahamAubrey Graham#series, Thoroughbred LogicComments Off on Thoroughbred Logic: Go Show
“The trick with showing in the early days of training is to keep your bar low – sometimes really low. ‘Stay in and stay on’ is a perfectly fine motto.” (more…)

The Idea of Order: Horse Ownership Summarized…

February 9, 2022Morgane SchmidtMorgane Schmidt, the idea of order#Hallmark of a good equestrian, #THE IDEA OF ORDERComments Off on The Idea of Order: Horse Ownership Summarized…
In two images.
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#goriding Grams of the Week

February 8, 2022DeAnn SloanReader Submission#GRAM OF THE DAY, #GRAMS OF THE WEEK, #INSTAGRAMComments Off on #goriding Grams of the Week
Another week of horse life, rounded up in your images.

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They’re Baaaaccckkkk: The 2022 Super Bowl Clydesdale Commercial is HERE!

February 8, 2022DeAnn SloanDeAnn Long SloanBudweiser Clydesdales, SUPERBOWLComments Off on They’re Baaaaccckkkk: The 2022 Super Bowl Clydesdale Commercial is HERE!
That’s right, horse lovers. The Budweiser Clydesdales are back for Super Bowl LVI. Even if you aren’t a football fan — heck, even if you’re not a Budweiser fan — you can get excited about this commercial. (more…)

Be A Dust Buster

February 8, 2022DeAnn SloanKim F. Miller, SponsoredEquine Asthma, HaygainComments Off on Be A Dust Buster
The AAEP session on Equine Asthma Treatment & Management emphasized reducing respirable particles in the environment. Here are some tips on how you can do that in your barn. (more…)

Kentucky Performance Products Tuesday Video: Punchy Cowboy

February 8, 2022Marcella GruchalakMarcella Gruchalak, Sponsored#kentuckyperformanceproducts, #tuesdayvideoComments Off on Kentucky Performance Products Tuesday Video: Punchy Cowboy
This little cowboy — and his steed — are ready to get the job done!

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Recap: The Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo

February 7, 2022DeAnn SloanKatelin ParsonsFort Worth Stock Show & RodeoComments Off on Recap: The Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo
The Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo wrapped up on Saturday night. The event featured 56 of North America’s top rodeo athletes in each rodeo event. A total of 448 rodeo contestants got to compete for over $1 million in prize money. Get the recap here. (more…)

Mythbuster Monday: Should Horses Have Shoes on if They’re in Work

February 7, 2022Marcella GruchalakMarcella Gruchalak#mythbustermondayComments Off on Mythbuster Monday: Should Horses Have Shoes on if They’re in Work
On Mythbuster Monday, we tackle a variety of equestrian myths to either bust or confirm. Today’s discussion: Should horses have shoes if they’re in work?

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SmartPak Monday Morning Feed: If Horses Were People, the Blanketing Edition — PART II

February 7, 2022DeAnn SloanSponsored#If Horses Were People, #SMARTPAKComments Off on SmartPak Monday Morning Feed: If Horses Were People, the Blanketing Edition — PART II
According to Punxsutawney Phil, winter is still here for another five-and-something weeks. What better way to celebrate than with part two of the blanketing edition of “If Horses Were People?” (more…)

Time for Your Horse to Put on Its Winter Coat, by Kentucky Performance Products

February 5, 2022DeAnn SloanSponsored#KENTUCKY PERFORMANCE PRODUCTSComments Off on Time for Your Horse to Put on Its Winter Coat, by Kentucky Performance Products
Does your horse need a winter coat? Learn more about thermoregulation and piloerection. (more…)
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