DeAnn Sloan
#goriding Grams of the Week
Another week of horse life, rounded up in your images. (more…)
‘Oh Crap’ Monday: Green Hunt Horse
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.
SmartPak Monday Morning Feed: Horse Trailering Checklist
Show season and trail riding season are in full swing in the Northern Hemisphere. Are you and your horse ready to travel? Here are some handy horse trailing checklists: (more…)
Managing Practices for Horses With PPID or EMS, Presented by Kentucky Performance Products
Spring is the time when horses with metabolic issues often struggle. Here are some supportive management practices that can help out your horse with PPID (Cushings) or Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS): (more…)
Fantasy Farm Friday: Fairytale Estate in California
If you’ve got a spare $11.9M laying around, this equestrian complex in Sonoma County might just be for you. (more…)
#TGIF: Peace Out
It’s Friday. We’re all ready for the weekend. That includes our horses… especially this one.
Dissociative Identity Disorder and the Horses That Made Me: Part II
“As long as I’m with the horses, there will always be good in the world, no matter how dark it gets inside my head, and no matter what my physical health problems throw at me.” (more…)
Dissociative Identity Disorder and the Horses That Made Me: Part I
“Everyone has unique experiences, but not everyone has Dissociative Identity Disorder, and that is why I’m here. I’ve had this disorder for basically my entire life and it is a strange, difficult, and sometimes panic-inducing thing to live with.” (more…)
Your Live Stream Guide to the 2023 Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event
LRK3DE starts tomorrow! If you’re not able to be at the Kentucky Horse Park in person here is your guide on where — and how! — to live stream the event. (more…)
What to Expect From the 2023 Kentucky Derby
The 149th running of the Kentucky Derby is less than two weeks away. Forte is the clear favorite. Here’s why. (more…)
#goriding Grams of the Week
Another week of horse life, rounded up in your images. (more…)
EN’s Official Form Guide to the Horses and Riders of the 2023 Land Rover Kentucky CCI5*
Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event is only days away! Here’s everything you need to know with the official form guide from our sister site, Eventing Nation: (more…)
SmartPak Monday Morning Feed: A HandsOn Grooming Experience
Shedding season is here! Check out one of our favorite products, the HandsOn Gloves for Grooming! Your horse will thank you.
Providing a Proper Cool Down for Your Horse, Presented by Kentucky Performance Products
No matter what the season, when horses work hard they produce heat and sweat. Properly cooling down your horse will ensure he stays sound and healthy. Read on to learn more: (more…)
#goriding Grams of the Week
Another week (or two) of horse life, rounded up in your images. (more…)
Get the Right Fit: A Step-by-Step Guide to Measuring Your Riding Helmet
As burgeoning equestrians get started in the sport, one piece of equipment trumps all others: the riding helmet. Here is a step-by-step guide to finding the right fit. (more…)
Watch and Learn: A Strong Lower Leg Starts at the Hip and Core
Effective riding comes from an effective position, and an effective position comes from focusing your attention on building the right muscle groups up. Today, Laura Crump Anderson shares her favorite move for creating a solid, stable leg:
‘Oh Crap’ Monday: A Matter of Perspective
Monday already is the crappiest day of the week … (more…)
SmartPak Monday Morning Feed: Helping Your Horse Shed Out
In this Ask the Vet video, someone asks if it’s healthy to help their horse shed out or is it better to let the horse do it on its own. SmartPak staff veterinarian, Dr. Lydia Gray, gives her answer. (more…)
Cushings vs. Equine Metabolic Syndrome, Presented by Kentucky Performance Products
Can you spot the difference between PPID and EMS? Here are some tell-tale signs of each. (Remember, always involve your veterinarian if you suspect an issue with your horse so that it can be treated properly!) (more…)
Book Review: ‘Riding to Arms: A History of Horsemanship and Mounted Warfare’
By Charles Caramello
One Simple Fitness Exercise to Help You Sit the Trot Like a Grand Prix Rider
Should dressage riders and eventers have different workout regimes? That’s the question on the table today – plus, here’s an exercise to help all riders build strength and stability through the seat:
