On this week’s episode of Evention, Jimmie and Dom Shramm answer some questions from Evention fans about horse management, training and more. (more…)
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Listen: ‘Horse Nation’ the song
Back in the ’80s when music was still awesome, British post-punk band The Cult (you know them from hits like “Fire Woman” and “She Sells Sanctuary”) wrote a lesser-known song called “Horse Nation.” We dug it up for ya. (more…)
Video du Jour: Morgan horses featured on ‘Equitrekking’
The latest episode of Darley Newman’s equine travel show shines a spotlight on the versatile Morgan breed. (more…)
In the News: ‘Missing horse found with help of telepathic communicator’
That’s a headline out of Redmond, Wash., about a horse that was rescued from a ravine on Tuesday after being located by a horse psychic. (more…)
13 Adorable Foals Being Totally Adorable
Some days it just blows my mind that somebody is paying me a salary to do this stuff. #dreamjob (more…)
Thursday Morning Feed from Fleeceworks
We already knew that Fleeceworks had a soft spot in their hearts for donkeys–but recently they took it to the next level! (more…)
Prancercise: Prance your way to better fitness
Prancercise, “a springy, rhythmic way of moving forward, similar to a horse’s gait,” was invented in 1989 but never caught on–until NOW. (more…)
Eventing Nation: PETA calls for end to eventing
Jenni Autry reports that the controversial animal-rights organization PETA has a new target: the sport of eventing. (more…)
In the News: ‘A horse walks into a liquor store, goes to the bathroom’
That headline is out of Warren, Rhode Island–let’s just say it involves soiled rugs. (more…)
Bad Jumping Clinic with George Morris
Watch out–Uncle George is in an extra-cranky mood. Let’s hear what he has to say about this week’s batch of riders. (more…)
SpectraVET Classic Performance of the Week
Each week we spotlight a history-making moment by an equine legend–like steeplechase champion Red Rum’s win in the 1973 Grand National. (more…)
The Idea of Order: Guest comic week!
Sometimes, Morgane Schmidt lets her fiance Louis draw up her weekly comic. Always, hilarity ensues. (more…)
In the News: ‘Horse rescued after falling into well’
That headline is out of San Rafael, California, where a horse trapped in a 20-foot well spent two hours treading water for his life. (more…)
Eventing Nation: Eventing is a game of confidence and competence
Kate Samuels explains how sports psychology can elevate riding performance. (more…)
SmartPak Story of the Week
A big congratulations to Breanne Long for her winning contribution, “12 Horses Caught in Compromising Situations.” With 9,653 reads, it was the most-viewed guest submission of last week. (more…)
11 Horse-print Dresses You’d Look SOOO Cute In
I found this sundress at Target the other day on clearance for $12–score!!!–and now I’m obsessed. I want ALL the horse-print dresses. (more…)
Video du Jour: The Queen – A Passion for Horses
Away from the demands of royal duty, the Queen’s private passion is for the world of horses. Check out this excerpt from a new BBC documentary on the subject. (more…)
Tuesday Morning Feed from Dubarry
Some gals just won’t part ways with their Dubes–even on their wedding day! (more…)
Horses in History: The Caparisoned Horse
Our resident horse historian Lorraine Jackson examines this military tradition and remembers Black Jack, one of only two U.S. Army horses to ever be buried with full U.S. Military Honors. (more…)
Video du Jour: Remembering Sgt. Reckless
On honor of Memorial Day, today’s video comes from reader Raye Lynn Phoebus and features Reckless, a mare so heroic she was promoted to Staff Sergeant during the Korean War. (more…)
Monday Morning Feed from SmartPak
SmartPak’s Memorial Day Sale ends today! Save 10% and get free shipping on all orders over $150. (more…)
Weekend Wrapup from Kentucky Performance Products
How do you determine the percent protein in your horse’s diet? Our friends at KPP break it down. (more…)
Weekly Watering Hole, Presented by Horse Quencher
Each week we feature a different rider who is rocking their sport. Today we shine a spotlight on Horse Quencher-sponsored event rider Hawley Bennett-Awad. (more…)
Evention: How to change a horse trailer tire
If don’t watch this video and ever get a flat trailer tire, you are going to kick yourself SOOO hard. (more…)
In the News: ‘Sheikh Mohammed outlaws use of anabolic steroids in Dubai horse racing’
That’s a headline from a story in The Guardian about the Sheikh’s movement to crack down on doping. (more…)