HN Blogger Contest finalist Leah Braman takes a moment to introduce us to Horses’ Haven, a rescue that’s “on a mission to rescue, rehabilitate, retrain, and rehome at-risk equines.” (more…)
Colic is one of the worst fears of every horse owner, but our friends at SmartPak offer some peace of mind with their ColiCare program (which now offers up to $15,000 of reimbursement!). Learn more: (more…)
Much of the UK is in mourning this morning after the announcement of the death of Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away yesterday at Balmoral at the age of 96. (more…)
“These [online] shows gave riders an opportunity to continue to compete and to work toward goals that became an important distraction and comfort during those uncertain and tumultuous first years of the pandemic.” (more…)
“You don’t need a huge budget, hundreds and hundreds of volunteers or a swanky facility. You can do life changing things with a little bit of time, the love of horses and broken-down “Weird” equestrians with aging horse trailers.” (more…)
The University of Vermont Morgan Horse Farm is a non-profit whose main objective is to keep the history of the Morgan Horse alive and teach the young and the old about horses. (more…)
“When Terri’s husband passed away in December of 2021, her determination to continue moving forward with their dream didn’t waver and she began operating full-time in June 2022.” Hope Adventures is an animal-assisted mental health practice, which uses traditional therapy techniques and allows clients to interact with the animals in a variety of ways. (more…)
“SAFE has their work cut out for them with the mission ‘to rescue, rehabilitate, and retrain horses facing neglect or abuse and provide them with the best opportunity for a permanent home and a lifetime of safety.'”(more…)
The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act that took effect July 1 and bans race-day doping must be properly implemented and enforced for the law to be successful. (more…)
This fly sheet was put through the paces by our especially itchy and gnat-sensitive gelding, Theo. It rose to the challenge and exceeded all expectation. Read on to learn more: (more…)
Our friends at Haygain are proud to support the American Eventing Championship Participants. They are offering one portable hay steamer to the Training Level Amateur Division champion. (more…)
Much of the U.S. has been experiencing a drought this summer. While most of us poignantly aware of what it does to hay prices, how else does a drought affect your horses? Read on to learn more. (more…)
“I found out much later on that Pat told my mom that she thought I wasn’t going to stick with horses for very long. Boys would come along and I’d get tired of the horses and move on with my life and all of this wouldn’t have to be a bother to her… I guess Pat was wrong. Sorry mom.” (more…)
These fitness tips were offered up on our sister site, Eventing Nation. But this is one exercise that is good for all riders not just event riders. So start lunging and improve your strength and position! (more…)
Here at Horse Nation, we’re always thrilled to see our sponsors represented at major events, and the ECCO FEI World Championships are no exception. Longtime sponsor Haygain is well represented at the World Championships. (more…)
“Regardless of the horse, it seems that I have numerous habits that provide endless opportunities for improvement. And as in life, it’s one thing to recognize the problem, it’s another to do something about it. Fixing is hard!” (more…)
“I have had Isadore for two and a half years now. We have tried every discipline possible and he never seemed to truly excel at anything. It was frustrating! I have the experience needed to set him in the right direction. I have worked with park horses, jumpers, dressage horses, western pleasure horses. You name it, I’ve ridden it. What direction do you want to go, buddy? What is it you want to do?”
“Being the savvy horse shopper I am, I coached my girls not to act too excited. I didn’t want to give the seller any ammunition… I was dumb enough to think they would be the problem.”
