DeAnn Sloan
SmartPak Monday Morning Feed: Super Easy Holiday Horse Treats Recipe
For this holiday season, we thought we would bring back this video so you can whip up some treats for your equine pals — or for your human pals with their own horses!
Kentucky Performance Products: Electrolyte Use in Fall and Winter
Do you need to continue to offer electrolytes in the “off” season? See what Kentucky Performance Products has to say on the subject.
Standing Ovation by Ovation Riding: The Western Thoroughbred
Every Friday, Horse Nation teams up with Ovation Riding to spotlight those doing good work in the horse world. Today we recognize The Western Thoroughbred, a grassroots organization that is taking a firm stance on equine care and nutrition.
Best of JN: The 12 Equestrian Pains of Christmas
Here’s a funny and unfortunately accurate account of the equestrian pains of Christmas.
#TGIF, by Flexible Fit Equestrian: Free Fallin’
Jimmy Fallon and Kevin Bacon sing an anthem to horse girls everywhere.
I Got It From My Mother
“Only now, in hindsight, do I realize how blessed I was to have shared my childhood with horses and with a mother who cared enough to bring this blessing into my life.”
WINNIE Winners in the Horse Nation Stable
Two Horse Nation writers earned WINNIE Awards at this years EQUUS Film and Arts Festival.
Thursday Video: More Git Up
Here’s an at Liberty take on the Git Up Challenge.
Performance of the Week: Amberleigh Moore
Amberleigh Moore and Paige win Round 6 of NFR’s barrel racing competition.
Book Review: “Know Better to Do Better: Mistakes I Made with Horses (So You Don’t Have To)”
“This professional, lauded rider lets us know he’s human like the rest of us and, as any great mentor would, shares what he knows to try to help us on our journey as riders.”
Horsemanship With Lindsey Partridge: The Importance of Speed
This month, Lindsey looks back on her experience with Kibou at the Extreme Cowboy Racing Association World Competition in Texas. (more…)
Tidbits from Banixx: Clipping Tips From a Pro!
So you want to clip your horse? Here are some pro tips on how to go about it.
Rebuilding a Training Program
Rebuilding a training program requires a lot of self-reflection and examination of what works and what doesn’t. That’s exactly what Nicole does in her latest article on the rebirth of her training program.
#goriding Grams of the Week
Another week of horse life, rounded up in your images.
Catch a Ride, Catch a Rider: Catch-Rider Is a New Job Site Just for Equestrians
Find out what’s shaking up the equine industry when it comes to jobs, finding perfect fits and catch-riders.
SmartPak Monday Morning Feed: If Office Dogs Were People — Episode 1
If you like SmartPak’s series “If Horses Were People” (and who doesn’t?), you’ll love their series, “If Office Dogs Were People.”
Kentucky Performance Products: What Nutrient Values Should I Consider When Testing Hay for My Metabolic Horse?
If you’ve ever had your hay tested, you know there is a lot to consider. Here is what to look for if you’re testing for a horse with a metabolic disorder.
Standing Ovation by Ovation Riding: ASPCA
Today’s Standing Ovation goes to the ASPCA’s Teaming Up to Hoof It Home grant.
Best of JN: 4 Consignment Shops for Equestrians
Looking for one of the best ways to outfit you and your pony on a budget (well, kind of a budget)? Check out our favorite online consignment shops.
#TGIF, by Flexible Fit Equestrian: Equine Escape Artist
Kind of how we look leaving work on a Friday…
Weekend Wellness: Consistency Is Key With Hoof Hydration
Tab Pigg, Certified Journeyman Farrier, Vettec, Inc., discusses how hoof hydration plays a role in hoof integrity — and what you and your farrier can do to maintain consistent hydration.
