Today’s “Oh Crap” moment comes to us from reader Brett Lynn Stallings, who survived a sticky moment at an event last year. (more…)
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The Idea of Order: A clever ruse
Horses are sensitive enough to twitch when a fly lands on them, right? Well then, Morgane Schmidt asks, why… (more…)
Wednesday Morning Feed from World Equestrian Brands
Your horse’s legs work hard. Why not treat them to something special? Like… (more…)
In My Boots: So you want to work in the horse industry
Thinking about going pro? Kristen Kovatch outlines a list of critical skills for those who aspire to make a living in the horse biz. (more…)
How To: Clicker train your horse, part II
What do the Papillon and the Hanoverian in this photo have in common? They’re both clicker trained. Breanne Long continues her series on this fun and effective training technique. (more…)
The Aging Rider, Part I: Man versus knee
Jon Bicho loved riding horses; his injury-battered right knee did not. In the first column of a series, he relates the story of reconciling the differences between body and soul. (more…)
10 Horsey Swimsuits
Are you a 10-year-old horse-crazy girl trapped in a grown-up body? Me too! Which is why I need all of these swimsuits, ALL OF THEM. (more…)
Eventing Nation: Katy Groesbeck on the California Training Sessions
Top West Coast eventer and “As the Hotwalker Turns” Horse Nation columnist Katy Groesbeck checks in. (more…)
Trail Riding Rocks! Contest from Kentucky Performance Products
Like trail riding? You’ll LOVE this contest from our friends at KPP.
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‘Oh Crap’ Moment of the Day: That fence came out of nowhere!
Bless their supersized sweet hearts, warmbloods can be a little “thick” sometimes. Case in point: the horse in today’s video. (more…)
Your Turn: Riding high in high school
Haley Ruffner shares her experience of competing in the Interscholastic Equestrian Association Western National Finals, where–no big deal–she placed 2nd in the country! (more…)
Tuesday Morning Feed from Dubarry
Dubarry is giving away a Dubarry Summer Concert Kit to one lucky winner! Click here for more information. (more…)
Eventing Nation: A short history of EN
Horse Nation’s mothership has come a long way, baby. Visionaire charts is journey from baby blog to eventing journalism powerhouse. (more…)
Dressage: A tour through the Grand Prix Special
Have you ever wondered what goes through a Grand Prix competitor’s mind when they are performing a test? Our “Snowbird Diaries” columnist Maat van Uitert talks us through a recent ride. (more…)
22 Charming Vintage Horse Show Posters
How sweet would it be to have one of these hanging in your tack room? Très chic, mes amis. (more…)
Video du Jour: Justin the Artistic Horse
On Saturday Indianapolis residents were treated to a painting demonstration by a rather unorthodox artiste. (more…)
SmartPak Story of the Week
A big congratulations to Morgan Dalis for her winning contribution, “Horse Show Horror Story.” With 2,307 reads, it was the most-viewed guest submission of last week. (more…)
In the News: ‘Girl to lead blind horse into competition’
It sounds like the plot of a heartwarming horse movie, but it’s for real: A 13-year-old Wisconsin girl is on track to show her completely blind horse in the upcoming State Fair. (more…)
‘Oh Crap’ Moment of the Day: Puissance fail
What happens when your horse goes for the long one at a 7’1″ puissance wall? Nothing good, I can promise you that much. (more…)
Monday Morning Feed from SmartPak
This one goes out to all of Horse Nation’s western riders. Have you heard about SmartPak’s new Rockin’ SP line of tack? (more…)
Eventing Nation: An eventer in dressageland
Kate Samuels took a detour from eventing to compete in a straight dressage show–and she actually kind of enjoyed herself! (more…)
Eventing Nation: Rick Wallace on ‘going viral’
Rick Wallace was hands-down the most famous guy in eventing this week, thanks to this amazing video. He comments on his 15 minutes of fame. (more…)
‘Oh Crap’ Moment of the Day: One horse at a time, please
What if a random horse came careening through the dressage ring in the middle of your test? “At E turn left, at C… GRAB MANE!!!” (more…)
Video du Jour: Horses + bubble machine = 58 seconds of your life you’ll never get back
Which seems like a small, small price to pay. (more…)
The Secret Life of McKenna: The hard stuff
It’s always tough to sell a horse you care deeply about–but perhaps especially so when it’s your very first one. From junior blogger McKenna Oxenden. (more…)