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Barn Aisle Chats: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion With Numa

September 21, 2022Amanda Uechi RonanAmanda Uechi Ronan#BarnChats, #equestrian, #goriding, #lgbtqComments Off on Barn Aisle Chats: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion With Numa
Barn Aisle Chats is a new series where we’ll meet equestrians from all walks of life and disciplines. Today, we chat with Numa about (re) learning to ride as an adult and removing systemic barriers at the barn. (more…)

The Idea of Order: It’s Coming…

September 21, 2022Morgane SchmidtMorgane Schmidt, the idea of order#THE IDEA OF ORDER, #Winter is comingComments Off on The Idea of Order: It’s Coming…
Head South while you still can! (more…)

Queen Elizabeth II: A Century with Horses

September 20, 2022DeAnn SloanContributorQueen Elizabeth IIComments Off on Queen Elizabeth II: A Century with Horses
Her Majesty worked to protect horses and spread the principles of Monty Roberts around the world.

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Kentucky Performance Products Tuesday Video: Dancing on Water

September 20, 2022Marcella GruchalakMarcella Gruchalak, Sponsored#kentuckyperformanceproducts, #tuesdayvideoComments Off on Kentucky Performance Products Tuesday Video: Dancing on Water
A striking moment of a horse running through water at sunset!

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Mythbuster Monday: Beet Pulp is More Effective for Weight Gain Than Alfalfa

September 19, 2022Marcella GruchalakMarcella Gruchalak#mythbustermonday, #seriesComments Off on Mythbuster Monday: Beet Pulp is More Effective for Weight Gain Than Alfalfa
On Mythbuster Monday, we tackle a variety of equestrian myths to either bust or confirm. Today’s discussion: Is beet pulp more effective for weight gain than alfalfa?

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SmartPak Monday Morning Feed: DIY Pumpkin Pony Treats

September 19, 2022DeAnn SloanSponsored#DIY, #RECIPES, #SMARTPAKComments Off on SmartPak Monday Morning Feed: DIY Pumpkin Pony Treats
With fall being in full swing, we all know that means it’s time for pumpkin EVERYTHING. Here’s one pumpkin recipe that your horse will absolutely love!
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Gibson and the Apocalypse: He Speaketh Horse-ly

September 16, 2022Jenny KammererJenny KammererGibson and the ApocalypseComments Off on Gibson and the Apocalypse: He Speaketh Horse-ly
Selective spookiness strikes again.

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Triple Trouble: Still Broken

September 16, 2022Marcella GruchalakMarcella Gruchalak#series, #tripletroubleComments Off on Triple Trouble: Still Broken
“I mean, how many people can say, ‘My foot is broken, I’m relearning to walk, but I trust my four-year-old horse to safely maneuver me through shooting patterns?'” (more…)

Reader Photo Challenge: Sparkling Whites

September 15, 2022Marcella GruchalakMarcella Gruchalak#readerphotochallengeComments Off on Reader Photo Challenge: Sparkling Whites
Enjoy these four photos of clean white horses who haven’t decided to roll yet!

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Barn Aisle Chats: Sidesaddle With Elaina

September 14, 2022Amanda Uechi RonanAmanda Uechi Ronan#AROUND THE BARN, #HORSIN' AROUND, #SIDESADDLE, Barn Aisle ChatsComments Off on Barn Aisle Chats: Sidesaddle With Elaina
Barn Aisle Chats is a new series where we’ll meet equestrians from all walks of life and disciplines. Today, we chat with Elaina Graves and I give sidesaddle a go. (more…)

The Idea of Order: Famous Last Words…

September 14, 2022Morgane SchmidtMorgane Schmidt, the idea of order#Bombproof, #THE IDEA OF ORDERComments Off on The Idea of Order: Famous Last Words…
Are usually ‘famous’ because they’re so incredibly fallible… (more…)

HN Blogger Contest Round Two: Supporting Local Sports

September 13, 2022DeAnn SloanContributorHN Blogger ContestComments Off on HN Blogger Contest Round Two: Supporting Local Sports
Horse showing isn’t always about us and our horses. Sometimes it’s about giving back to the community. That’s exactly what Coveside Stables does with their Horseless Horse Show. (more…)

Kentucky Performance Products Tuesday Video: Houdini

September 13, 2022Marcella GruchalakMarcella Gruchalak, Sponsored#kentuckyperformanceproducts, #tuesdayvideoComments Off on Kentucky Performance Products Tuesday Video: Houdini
This horse had a different plan for his day!

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‘Oh Crap’ Monday: That Dismount

September 12, 2022Marcella GruchalakMarcella Gruchalak#ohcrapmondayComments Off on ‘Oh Crap’ Monday: That Dismount
Well, that’s one of the most graceful ways we’ve seen it done!

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HN Blogger Contest Round Two: Horses’ Haven

September 12, 2022DeAnn SloanContributorHN Blogger ContestComments Off on HN Blogger Contest Round Two: Horses’ Haven
HN Blogger Contest finalist Leah Braman takes a moment to introduce us to Horses’ Haven, a rescue that’s “on a mission to rescue, rehabilitate, retrain, and rehome at-risk equines.” (more…)

SmartPak Monday Morning Feed: Annual Wellness Requirements for ColiCare

September 12, 2022DeAnn SloanSponsored#SMARTPAK, ColicComments Off on SmartPak Monday Morning Feed: Annual Wellness Requirements for ColiCare
Colic is one of the worst fears of every horse owner, but our friends at SmartPak offer some peace of mind with their ColiCare program (which now offers up to $15,000 of reimbursement!). Learn more: (more…)

I Hear My Person Coming! Presented by Kentucky Performance Products

September 11, 2022DeAnn SloanSponsored#KENTUCKY PERFORMANCE PRODUCTSComments Off on I Hear My Person Coming! Presented by Kentucky Performance Products
Does your horse know your voice? Studies suggest yes. (more…)

Thoroughbred Logic, Presented by OTTB United: Get the Image

September 9, 2022Aubrey GrahamAubrey GrahamComments Off on Thoroughbred Logic, Presented by OTTB United: Get the Image
“…being present as vets bring internal equine data to light has made me realize just how complicated these creatures can be. See, such images are important for what they say about what the problem is… and equally, for what they say about what it is not.” (more…)

Friday Feels: All the Queen’s Horses

September 9, 2022DeAnn SloanTilly Berendt#VIDEO, Friday Video, Queen ElizabethComments Off on Friday Feels: All the Queen’s Horses
Much of the UK is in mourning this morning after the announcement of the death of Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away yesterday at Balmoral at the age of 96. (more…)

Gibson and the Apocalypse: Cowmouflage

September 9, 2022Jenny KammererJenny KammererGibson and the ApocalypseComments Off on Gibson and the Apocalypse: Cowmouflage
Or is it Camooooflage?

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HN Blogger Contest Round Two: In Praise of the Virtual Horse Show

September 9, 2022DeAnn SloanContributorHN Blogger ContestComments Off on HN Blogger Contest Round Two: In Praise of the Virtual Horse Show
“These [online] shows gave riders an opportunity to continue to compete and to work toward goals that became an important distraction and comfort during those uncertain and tumultuous first years of the pandemic.” (more…)

HN Blogger Contest Round Two: Charity Begins at Home

September 8, 2022DeAnn SloanContributorHN Blogger ContestComments Off on HN Blogger Contest Round Two: Charity Begins at Home
“You don’t need a huge budget, hundreds and hundreds of volunteers or a swanky facility. You can do life changing things with a little bit of time, the love of horses and broken-down “Weird” equestrians with aging horse trailers.” (more…)

Reader Photo Challenge: Working With Horses

September 8, 2022Marcella GruchalakMarcella Gruchalak#readerphotochallengeComments Off on Reader Photo Challenge: Working With Horses
Enjoy these four photos of equine related jobs.

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Karl Cook Wins $410,000 Hampton Classic 5* Grand Prix

September 8, 2022DeAnn SloanContributorHampton ClassicComments Off on Karl Cook Wins $410,000 Hampton Classic 5* Grand Prix
Dr. Gregory Beroza, aka HorseDoc® ‘Talking Horses’® reports ringside from the 2022 Hampton Classic. (more…)

The Idea of Order: Life Lessons from your Horse

September 7, 2022Morgane SchmidtMorgane Schmidt, the idea of order#Play Dumb, #THE IDEA OF ORDERComments Off on The Idea of Order: Life Lessons from your Horse
And there will be many… (more…)
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