DeAnn Sloan
Lessons Learned: Putting the ‘Rain’ in Training
In this week’s Lessons Learned, Ainsley Jacobs takes a look at what she learned from competing in less-than-desirable weather and footing conditions.
7 Reasons Horses Are the Worst
In honor of National I love Horses Day, here are seven reasons why our equine pals actually drive us crazy.
Comparison Review: Rain Rot Solutions
Is rain rot giving you trouble? Figure out how to tackle it with our latest on rain rot solutions.
Kentucky Performance Products: ‘Oh Crap’ Monday
Monday is already the crappiest day of the week, so it only makes sense that we make things official. Here’s our latest “oh crap” moment.
SmartPak Monday Morning Feed: Ask the Equine Nutritionist, Getting an Easy Keeper to Lose Weight
If you have an easy keeper who has trouble dropping those extra pounds, this video offers excellent advice!
Kentucky Performance Products: Managing Your Horse’s Bugs
Your horse’s hindgut and the bacteria therein account for much of your horse’s health and, therefore, should not be ignored. Make sure you know how to keep your horse’s hindgut healthy.
How the Definition of Confidence and Sticking to the Plan Can Stop You and Your Horse from Moving Forward
Contributor Julie Saillant looks at what it really means to make build confidence and make progress with your horse.
Standing Ovation by Ovation Riding: Fort Erie Fire Department and Track Staff
Every Friday, Horse Nation teams up with Ovation Riding to spotlight an individual or organization doing good work in the horse world. Today, we recognize Fort Erie Fire Department and the staff at the racetrack for their efforts toward saving Mr. Chague.
#TGIF: Leaving Work Behind
This horse says “see ya” to its work regiment and busts out like it’s 5:00 on Friday.
Hat Trick: Kristen & Geoffrey
Kristen Brennan discusses facing her stadium anxiety head-on in this month’s Retired Racehorce Project’s 2019 Thoroughbred Makeover blog.
Thursday Video: Les Goulus as the Horsemen
We all need a bit more of these horsemen in our lives.
My Horse is My Professor: 4 Lessons My Horse Continues to Teach Me
Riding horses teaches us a lot about ourselves. Here are four real-life lessons from being around horses.
Classic Performance of the Week: RIP Armada
One of the best cross-country horses in eventing history, Armada, has been put down at the age of 20. We pay tribute to this incredible athlete in Performance of the Week.
World Equestrian Brands Drone Cam: One Way to Look at Your Riding
This rider takes her training sessions to the next level by using a drone to evaluate her riding.
8 #EquestrianProblems According to Twitter
Because brevity will always be the soul of wit.
Meet Molly: Journey of an ex-Big Lick Tennessee Walking Horse
In the first article of her series, Candace Wade offers a heart-wrenching look at the aftermath of the Big Lick industry on the horses it affects.
#goriding Grams of the Week
Another week of horse life, rounded up in your images.
Total Saddle Fit Tuesday Video: T-Rex Racing!
What could be better than 11 Tyrannosaurus Rexes racing on a horse track? Nothing. That’s what.
Horsemanship with Lindsey Partridge: New Mustangs and Bulldozing Challenges
“I’m not where I am today because my horse journey was easy or ‘lucky;’ I am here because I took on risks, challenges and bulldozed through some tough times.”
#TBT: 9 Cowboy Hat Hacks and Tips
Hey, newbie western rider! Yeah, you! The one with the misshapen hat that won’t stay on your head. This one’s for you!
Kentucky Performance Products: ‘Oh Crap’ Monday
Monday is already the crappiest day of the week, so it only makes sense that we make things official. Here’s our latest “oh crap” moment.
SmartPak Monday Morning Feed: Ask the Vet, July Edition
How much protein in a horse’s diet is too much? What is the best way to control flies? What are the best ways to trailer your horse? How do you prevent cribbing? What about stocking up? These questions and more are answered in this month’s Ask the Vet.
Kentucky Performance Products: The Scoop on Electrolytes and Hydration
With the arrival of summer comes warmer temperatures. This can make keeping your horses — especially those under work — hydrated difficult. Here’s the scoop on electrolytes and how they can help.
