DeAnn Sloan
What Makes a Barn Feel Welcoming? And What Quietly Pushes People Out?
On MLK Day, we take a reflective look at how equestrian sport’s narrow traditions and unspoken rules shape who feels they belong. (more…)
‘Oh Crap’ Monday: That Went Horribly Wrong
Matt Mathews decides to try to teach Kail Lowry to barrel race…
7 Winter Horse Care Mistakes You Shouldn’t Make…
… but sometimes do anyway. (more…)
LA28 Olympic Ticket Registration Opens Today
Registration opens today for the LA28 ticket draw, the first required step toward securing seats for the 2028 Olympics — including eventing, dressage, and show jumping.
10 Things We Pretend Don’t Bother Us at the Barn
We may pretend these things don’t bother us when we’re at the barn, but they do. Like, 1000%. (more…)
‘Oh Crap’ Monday: Hang Time
Monday already is the crappiest day of the week… (more…)
Winter Is Vitamin E Season, Presented by Kentucky Performance Products
When fresh grass disappears and hay takes over, winter quietly becomes the season when vitamin E deficiency is most likely to creep in. (more…)
Fantasy Farm Friday: Ninemile Valley Ranch
If you have an extra $10M and think the wild Montana skies are for you, check out this listing. It’s drool-worthy.
What Your Horse’s Winter Coat Says About Them
From yak-level fluff to suspiciously sleek. (more…)
A Day in the Life of a Pony Named Pony: New Year, Same Me
A thoughtful reflection on self-improvement, personal growth, and why absolutely none of that applies when you’re already perfect. (more…)
The First Woman in the Derby: Remembering Diane Crump
A trailblazing jockey who endured hostility, made history at the Kentucky Derby, and forever changed what was possible for women in racing. (more…)
HN Year-In-Review: Top 5 Tuesday Videos
Five unforgettable clips that perfectly capture the joy, chaos, and deeply unserious side of life with horses, one Tuesday at a time.
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Cold Weather, Sore Feet: Winter Laminitis & What You Can Do About It
Cold weather can quietly compromise hoof circulation in at-risk horses, making winter an unexpected laminitis season.
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HN Year-In-Review: Top 5 ‘Oh Crap’ Mondays
Monday already is the crappiest day of the week, so it only makes sense that we make things official… (more…)
Boxing Day Deals For Equestrians
When the stockings come up short, the post-holiday sales on tack, gear, and horse essentials are more than happy to make up the difference. (more…)
A Day in the Life of a Pony Named Pony: Holiday Humbug
Enjoy today’s festive diary entry from a deeply unimpressed pony who expected presents, received carrots, and would like everyone to know she is not buying the holiday hype.
A Quiet Barn, a Full Mug, and a Moment of Peace
In the early morning calm, the simple rhythm of cleaning stalls is its own kind of holiday gift — a quiet moment before the delightful storm of excited children and wrapping paper explosions. (more…)
Why Santa DIDN’T Employ Chestnut Mares To Pull His Sleigh
Santa’s no fool. There are some very clear reasons why he went with reindeer instead of chestnut mares. (more…)
Why I Don’t Feed My Horses on a Schedule (And Why It Works Just Fine)
For my horses, constant access to forage and a low-stress feeding program makes it so the clock matters a whole lot less. (more…)
Healthy Horses Win Big, Presented By Kentucky Performance Products
For Kama Godek, winning starts long before the jump-off, with meticulous horse care and management she believes make healthy, happy horses far more likely to land in the winner’s circle.
No, There Was Not a Horse Named Sirius Standing Vigil at Ground Zero
(And why this story keeps galloping around Facebook anyway.) (more…)
Friday Video: Tree Decorating
Six days out from Christmas, this rider proves that when time is short, horsepower makes everything more efficient.
The Good, the Bad, and the Nickel-and-Dime: A Field Guide to Horse Trainers
Here is a not-entirely-comprehensive, loving, and slightly unhinged field guide to the trainers you’ll meet in the horse world. (more…)
