DeAnn Sloan
The Foundation for the Horse Offering Assistance for Ukrainian Equine Relief
The Foundation for the Horse is accepting gifts for Ukrainian equine and veterinary medical relief. Learn how you can help: (more…)
Peace of Mind Comes With a Small Price: Protect Your Partner With Spring Vaccinations
The time for spring shots has come. Some question the need for vaccinations. Fortunately, there’s ample information (and research!) available to explain why we vaccinate horses the way we do. Here’s a quick rundown: (more…)
Today in Science: Racehorse Performance Has No Relation to the Sex of the Jockey
It’s a man’s world… except when it isn’t. Experts from the University of Nottingham have found that the sex of a jockey doesn’t influence any aspect of racehorse physiology and performance. (more…)
#goriding Grams of the Week
Another week of horse life, rounded up in your images. (more…)
SmartPak Monday Morning Feed: Women’s History Month
March is Women’s History Month and in order to celebrate, our good friends at SmartPak are using this month as an opportunity to celebrate some of the incredible women whose stories inspire them. (more…)
Spring Turnout Tips for Sugar-Sensitive Horses, Presented by Kentucky Performance Products
Having the clocks spring forward and warmer temperatures may be welcome milestones for equestrians, but spring grass can pose problems for sugar sensitive horses. (more…)
Weekend Wellness: The Equine Respiratory System and Disease Prevention
The equine respiratory system plays a huge role in disease prevention — and in more ways than people believe. Learn more: (more…)
Reader Photo Challenge: Cats & Their Minions…
… err, friends. We mean equine friends. Yeah… that’s what they are. (more…)
#goriding Grams of the Week
Another week of horse life, rounded up in your images. (more…)
Spotlight On Dressage4Kids: How Tech Expands Community Access to Horses
Dressage4Kids provides educational and competitive opportunities for youth and the adults who support them. Find out more about how technology has enabled the program to reach more people on a consistent basis. (more…)
How to Help Ukraine: Resources for Assisting Displaced Humans and Horses
We’ve compiled a list of resources for those wishing to help at-risk humans and animals fleeing or otherwise displaced by the conflict in Ukraine:
‘Oh Crap’ Monday: That’s Never Good
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: Preparing for Spring
As winter begins to woah, equestrians everywhere begin thinking about riding season. This is especially true for those with no indoor and particularly rough winters. Learn how one equestrian gets her horses ready for spring. (more…)
Reduce Your Horse’s Excitability Through Diet, Presented by Kentucky Performance Products
If you’ve ever wondered whether your horse’s diet is making it a little crazy, the answer is it might be. Diets high in simple carbohydrates can contribute to your horse’s excitability. Learn more: (more…)
Thursday Video: How To Get On Your Horse
Or maybe this should be called how to get your horse under you… (more…)
7 Tips for Sending Good Photos to Your Veterinarian
Sometimes your equine veterinarian is able to assist you remotely. However, in order for them to do so effectively, they need high quality photos to give them as much information as possible. Here are some tips on sending photos to your vet. (more…)
#goriding Grams of the Week
Another week of horse life, rounded up in your images. (more…)
Equine Girl Bosses: Isabella I of Castille
March is Women’s History Month. To kick off the month, we’re pleased to introduce a new series: Equine Girl Bosses. This series will highlight bada$$ horse women throughout history. The first to be featured? Isabella I of Castille. (more…)
Check Your Facts: Sugar Does Not Cause Equine Metabolic Syndrome
It’s a common belief, but diet does not cause metabolic syndrome. It can, however, exacerbate it. Learn more! (more…)
‘Oh Crap’ Monday: Wind = Fresh Horses
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…)
Athletic Equestrian Hack: Fix Those Slumped Shoulders!
In this excerpt from her new book The Athletic Equestrian, long-time collegiate coach Sally Batton gives us one of her cool teaching tools for improving our upper-body position in the saddle. (more…)
SmartPak Monday Morning Feed: Defrost Your Ride
Winter is still here, but spring is coming (the onset of my horses’ shedding is proof!). Get ready for riding season by getting your horses back into shape and refreshing their skills. Here are some tips from our good friends at SmartPak: (more…)
