DeAnn Sloan
A Day in the Life of a Pony Named Pony: Forced Labor
If it’s not the costume class, it’s forced labor. The humiliation never ceases. (more…)
CLM DWN: ‘Oh Crap’ Monday
Monday is already 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: Stuff Riders Spook At
From loose plastic bags to thrown shoes and unlatched gates, SmartPak brings us this classic video of stuff riders spook at. Try not to scream out loud.
Kentucky Performance Products: Colonic Ulcers in Horses
Here’s one more worrisome thing to keep you lying awake at night. Colonic ulcers are different than gastric ulcers, and 44% of nonperformance and 65% of performance horses have got them.
Standing Ovation by Ovation Riding: SmartPak Equine
SmartPak is supporting riders during uncertain times with their new face masks that offer support to equestrian community.
US Equestrian Announces Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Action Plan
US Equestrian has published a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Action Plan outlining 10 strategies to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in equestrian sport.
Friday Feels: Farrier Love
Who doesn’t love a good farrier? (more…)
Best of JN: Vote for Lindy Gutman in the Real Rider Cup!
Catch up with Lindy Gutman and vote for her for The Real Rider Cup. (more…)
Hope, Progress, and Slow Work: Aubrey & Boomer
“This whole stall rest thing is tough on everyone. It is hard to wait. And it is hard, when progress starts to show, to not go running off the rails.” (more…)
Horses Tell No Lies: 8 Observations of an Equine Body Worker
Horses truly are master communicators. They communicate a number of things through their bodies and behaviors. Here are eight observations I’ve made in the course of working with a variety of horses as an equine body worker.
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Mind Your Melon: Extension
Now that’s some extension. (more…)
Best of EN: Riding High After a Stroke — Leslie Moïse Climbs Back in the Saddle
In 2012, Leslie Moïse had a catastrophic stroke. This past week, she was able lead her horse and climb back in the saddle for the the first time. Here is her story. (more…)
Thoroughbred Incentive Program October Youth Ambassador
Meet Julie Rivera! (more…)
Nutrition for Weanlings
It’s fall. Foals everywhere are being weaned. But how do you know your weanling is getting everything it needs in its diet? Dr. Eleanor Kellon, the staff veterinarian for Uckele Health & Nutrition, discusses the unique nutritional requirements of weanlings. (more…)
Acupuncture as Part of an Equine Treatment Plan
Do you have an arthritic dog or moody mare? Consider acupuncture. Acupuncture has become a widely accepted form of treatment for humans and animals. Tory Moore discusses what it does. (more…)
#goriding Grams of the Week
Another week of horse life, rounded up in your images. (more…)
My COVID-19 Story: A Hospital, A Horse and A Haircut
Laura Emert recounts the importance of horses — and haircuts! — as she works to stay sane after contracting COVID-19 and dealing with the subsequent lockdown. (more…)
CLM DWN: ‘Oh Crap’ Monday
Monday is already 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: Horses Giving Hope
This is the third story in the SmartPak video series, bringing you into the barns of unique horses, showing how they’ve made an impact on the lives of their riders, and why SmartPak continues supporting these horses and riders through their journeys.
Standing Ovation by Ovation Riding: MARS Equestrian™ Fellowship
One year in, MARS Equestrian™ Fellow at UK’s Gluck Equine Research Center continues to help older horses. (more…)
Best of JN: Should I Offer Boarding at My Own Farm for Extra Income?
In this Q & A, Armand Leone, Jr. of Leone Law offers advice about whether or not you should offer boarding at your barn for extra income. (more…)
