In this excerpt from his book Balancing Act:The Horse in Sport—An Irreconcilable Conflict?, Dr. Gerd Heuschmann explores our responsibilities to the horse and whether we can pursue competitive goals while still meeting the horse’s needs in a fair and just manner. (more…)
Today is the last day to enter the Mud Madness Giveaway — don’t miss out on this amazing prize package, which includes a rain/fly sheet, country leather boots, waterproof riding jacket and grooming kit. (more…)
Is summer sweet itch — or summer itch — driving your horse crazy? Here are some tips to keep your four-legged pal (and you!) sane now that fly season is in full swing. (more…)
“True to Pony Club fashion, I still strive to reflect on every ride or every experience, first with what went well, then with a tangible plan to improve. While this approach is critical to my riding, it also supports me in my work outside of horses.” (more…)
There’s no doubt about it — warmer weather has arrived in the Northern Hemisphere, which means flies have hatched and are ready and willing to bug the living crap out of our horses. Here are seven fly control tips to keep your horses happy and healthy.
“‘Maybe one thing you should take a look at, kid, is why you always insist on backing the losing horses.’… Maybe I’m just stubborn.” Aubrey Graham wraps up the final part of this series by letting us know what the future holds in store for Juice. (more…)
In the second part of her three-part series, Aubrey Graham discusses the quirks and difficulties of bringing along Juice… and how she grew to love him, even through ulcers, vertical rears and soft tissue injuries. (more…)
“In the beginning of the run, she started really strong, then, as the run progressed, she got slower and you could tell she was not able to breathe as well.” (more…)
In part one of this three-part series, Aubrey Graham tells the origin story of Juice — or at least her origin story with Juice, the lanky redheaded Thoroughbred who stole her heart. (more…)
When faced with uncommon adversity, one should try not only to make sure all efforts create a great deal of impact, but also that multiple issues are being tackled at once. That is the aim of the Appalachian Trainer Face Off.
Mirror mirror on the wall, who is the muddiest horse of them all? Enter this photo contest to win a prize package from SmartPak that includes a rain/fly sheet, country leather boots, waterproof riding jacket and grooming kit. (more…)
“Bringing the traits we develop as horsemen and horsewomen to the table in our human interactions can add great value to our social engagement and participation.” (more…)
There’s nothing better at the end of a long week than a good laugh. That’s why we’re thrilled to repost this video from the one and only Dale Brisby — it’s sure to make you laugh… a lot. (more…)
“My focus with Luis (JC New Prince) up to this point has been balancing his body, hooves and mind. I have had glimpses, small moments, when all the pieces have come together, but we still have a long road ahead. I figure if I help him to achieve balance in mind and body, the riding will just fall right into place.” (more…)
The Wild Beauty Foundation put on a virtual event for the children at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital to meet the star and director of Black Beauty.(more…)
