Breeze, a foal who was found abandoned in Dartmoor National Park, is on the road to recovery with help from some stuffed snuggle buddies. (more…)
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Monday Morning Feed from SmartPak
Saddle-shopping can be more than a little stressful. What if you don’t like it? What if it doesn’t fit your horse? There’s an awful lot of money involved, and a lot of risk. (more…)
Weekend Wrapup from Kentucky Performance Products
Does your horse spend a lot of time on the road? If so, there are some special considerations you should keep in mind. (more…)
Video: Palice Malice wins the 2013 Belmont Stakes
Long shot Palace Malice pulled ahead of Preakness winner Oxbow (2nd) and Kentucky Derby winner and 2-1 favorite Orb (3rd) to clinch victory in the final leg of the Triple Crown. (more…)
Belmont History: A look back at the oldest classic race in the United States
Richard Migliore tells us about the humble beginnings that gave birth to the powerful legacy of the final leg of the Triple Crown. (more…)
Belmont Traditions: The official drink, song & flower
Not unlike the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness, the Belmont Stakes has its own unique character. (more…)
2013 Belmont Need-to-know Guide
Here’s the basic information you need to watch and feel informed about this afternoon’s Belmont Stakes. (more…)
Eventing Nation: Rolex in 8mm film
Videographer Buzzterbrown has a bit of fun filming Rolex on a 60 to 70 year old Keystone K-8 wind up 8 mm film camera using Fomapan R ISO 100 black and white film. (more…)
Belmont: An interview with jockey Gary Stephens
Gary Stevens, who rode Oxbow to victory in the Preakness Stakes, discusses racing, his gameplan for the Belmont, and his acting career. (more…)
Weekly Watering Hole, Presented by Horse Quencher
How will your horse be staying cool and hydrated this summer? Here’s one idea from our friends at Horse Quencher. (more…)
Friday Flicks: ‘Recon: Unbridled’
Galloping film critic Amanda Ronan reviews this documentary about Horse Sense and Soldiers, an intensive program for veterans suffering from PTSD led by Monty Roberts. (more…)
In the News: ‘Heiress Athina Onassis de Miranda competes against Bruce Springsteen’s daughter in showjumping event ‘
The UK’s Daily Mail has some great photos of the two young ladies squaring off at London’s Olympic Park. (more…)
‘Oh Crap’ Moment of the Day: Crotchbuster!
No lady bits were harmed in the making of this “Oh Crap” moment from reader Tracy Thomas… or permanently harmed, at least.
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Friday Morning Feed from Ovation
Schooling helmets can look snazzy, too. Here’s what Ovation customers have to say about their everyday headgear. (more…)
In the News: Horse-riding suburban mom arrested in pot bust
Authorities say Andrea Sanderlin allegedly ran a sophisticated multimillion-dollar marijuana ring. Well, that’s one way to afford your horse habit. (more…)
Evention: How to get your horse more ‘forward’
When you squeeze your horse with your legs, what happens? If the answer is “nothing,” you need to watch this video. (more…)
23 Tiny Horses Tethered to the Streets of Portland, Oregon
Only in Portland, man. Only in Portland. It’s part of a community effort called The Horse Project. (more…)
Riding the Second Time Around, Pt. 8: A walk in the woods
In Jessica Fox’s latest column, an unassuming trail ride results in an encounter with something she REALLY didn’t want to see. (more…)
Belmont: Lauren Nethery’s preview & predictions
What’s the big deal about the Belmont, to be held this Saturday in New York, and who’s going to win it this year? Resident racing expert Lauren Nethery weighs in. (more…)
Eventing Nation: Laine Ashker – The reign of the thoroughbred continues
Four-star event rider Laine Ashker BELIEVES in thoroughbreds, and she’s happy to tell us all about it. (more…)
Thursday Morning Feed from Fleeceworks
We hate to get you all riled up about Fleeceworks each Thursday and leave you hanging. Here’s where to get your Fleeceworks fix! (more…)
The Idea of Order: Fly away
Do the insects at your barn seem to loom larger than life? Then you’ll appreciate this week’s comic by Morgane Schmidt. (more…)
Eventing Nation: Preparing your horse for a trot-up
Lindsey Taylor, head groom and barn manager for Boyd Martin, offers some tips for readying your horse for the jog at a three-day event. (more…)
Your Turn: Eventing behind-the-scenes
When it comes to cross-country, the action doesn’t stop at the finish flags. Check out Will Baxter’s video from the Badminton vet box. (more…)
40 Years Later: Can science explain Secretariat’s epic win in the ’73 Belmont?
Lorraine Jackson examines a genetic theory called thoroughbred racing’s “X factor” that results in a larger-than-average heart. (more…)