Giving Upcoming Professionals a Leg Up: The Rising Equestrian Pro
For many young equestrians, working with horses on a daily basis is a dream job, but there is much to learn and know about the business aspect of being an equestrian professional. The Rising Equestrian Pro is a new platform that helps direct young riders to find the next steps towards a career with horses. (more…)
Gibson and the Apocalypse: The Voice
Don’t make me use it.
How to Dress for Winter Riding
Riding and working in the barn in the cold can really take it out of you, so it’s important to know how to dress. Dressing correctly is the difference between frostbite and slightly chilly comfort. Here are some must-haves for riding and working around horses in the winter months. (more…)
Reader Photo Challenge: Pretty Snow Pictures
Take a look at these 12 pretty photos of horses and their owners in the snow!
Thoroughbred Logic: The First Post-Track Ride
Aubrey Graham loves the first post-track rides. They often are simple versions of “let’s see how you move and what you know,” but they also can be exciting tests of rider skill and tact. First rides are a simple way to gather information on the horse’s history and gauge their potential. (more…)
Ponydad: Red Bows and Paddocks
Ponydad Thomas Pelle Veng has officially reached the next level of horse ownership — jonesing for barn time when he can’t be there. This Ponydad is missing his pony time since COVID still has gatherings in Denmark limited. (more…)
The Idea of Order: Tell Me, Without Telling Me…
It’s so frustratingly true.
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#goriding Grams of the Week
Another week of horse life, rounded up in your images.
4-Minute Listen: The History of Black Equestrian Erasure
In 2021, NPR’s Ailsa Chang spoke with Katherine Mooney, author of the book Race Horse Men: How Slavery and Freedom Were Made at the Racetrack, about the erasure of Black riders in the equestrian world. It’s an amazing 4-minute listen! Check it out. (more…)
Kentucky Performance Products Tuesday Video: Sleigh Ride
Here’s a large dose of cuteness to get you through your Tuesday!
Keeping the Older Show Jumper Happy and Sound Is a Full-time Job
Longevity is the aim most horse owners. Whether we’re competing at the upper levels or enjoying our horses on the trails, we all want them to live long, healthy, comfortable lives. Achieving this goal takes dedication and a knowledgeable team. Learn more: (more…)
‘Oh Crap’ Monday: Riding in the Ocean
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: Gaining Some Peace of Mind
“In the first seven months of owning Leira, she colicked five times… Between each colic episode, we frantically tried to find answers and solutions.” Hailey Sinon shares her experience with a chronic colicker and how SmartDigest Ultra has helped. (more…)
Keeping Your Horse’s Joints Healthy, by Kentucky Performance Products
Keeping your horse’s joints healthy is important to its performance and longevity. There are four ingredients that are key to your horse’s joint health. (more…)
Patterns for the Weekend: Four Poles, Seven Exercises
If you have little to no equipment, here are seven patterns for you! (more…)
U.S. Horse Racing Should Remember Washington Post Editorial: ‘Horse Racing Has Outlived Its Time’
Animal Wellness Action’s Marty Irby has been following the progress of American horse racing closely. Given the developments of the past weeks, he offers this follow-up to his article from two weeks ago and further calls for change in the anti-doping regulations. (more…)
Gibson and the Apocalypse: Now You See Me …
Now you … still do, actually.
Reader Photo Challenge: Transformation Photos
Enjoy these eight horse transformation photos!
Just Keep Swimming… and Steaming!
Respiratory health is uniquely supported at Swedish show jumper’s California equine spa. (more…)
Thoroughbred Logic: Earning the Walk
“And while I go trotting or cantering along, I might be hoping for a walk, but I’m not pulling for it. Instead, I work to get their brains engaged, craft a steady rhythm and semblance of straightness, and then aim towards a functional bend and good hind end engagement.” (more…)
The Idea of Order: It’s for Your Own Good…
That’s what they *always* say…
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#goriding Grams of the Week
Another week (or two) of horse life, rounded up in your images. (more…)
5 Barn Hacks From Brianna Noble To Make Your Life Easier
A couple weeks ago, we shared this barn hack from Brianna Noble. Now here are a few more to make your life at the barn easier. (more…)
