This week Kristen Kovatch explains how she used some unorthodox methods (including but not limited to jumping) to help a western horse settle into his job. (more…)
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HN Classifieds: ‘Hunt jump saddle’
Today’s featured ad is from eBay and was submitted to us by reader Rachel Courant with a note that sums up our thoughts exactly: “Great photo guys.” (more…)
Tuesday Morning Feed from Dubarry
Dubarry has come a long way since its humble beginnings in Ireland circa 1937. Here’s a little history lesson. (more…)
SmartPak Story of the Week
A big congratulations to Morgane Schmidt for her winning contribution, “The Idea of Order: Never tempt the cross-country gods.” With 1,309 reads, it was the most-viewed guest submission of last week. (more…)
News: ‘Horse meat found in Ikea’s Swedish meatballs’
That’s the headline from a CBS news story about the latest brand name drawn into Europe’s widening scandal: furniture giant Ikea. (more…)
5 Horsey Things You Didn’t Know About Jennifer Lawrence
The 22-year-old, who won a Best Actress Oscar last night for Silver Linings Playbook, has a passion for the ponies. Did you know… (more…)
Flex’n Fork ‘Oh Crap’ Moment of the Day
We’re pretty sure “tree” wasn’t meant to be an obstacle on the cross-country course featured in today’s “Oh Crap” moment. (more…)
The Return of HN Classifieds
It has been brought to our attention that you guys have been missing our “HN Classifieds” series, showcasing bad horsey ads from around the country. Well, let’s get it going again! (more…)
EN Today: Nerd alert – ‘Track My Hack’ app
There’s a new horsey app in town: Track My App, designed to monitor mileage and speed while you’re riding out. Kate Samuels takes it for a test-drive. (more…)
18 Seriously Ambitious Attempts To Transport Hay
These people should have maybe considered making two trips. Check it out… (more…)
Friday Roll Call: What are your plans for the weekend?
Me, I’m packing my suitcase for a week-long trip to Aiken. Note to self: Need a bigger suitcase. What are YOU up to, Horse Nation? (more…)
News: ‘Chocolatier spends $45,000 a year on a horse he doesn’t ride’
That’s the headline from a story in The Globe and Mail about one wealthy entrepreneur’s equine indulgence. (more…)
Friday Flicks: Oscars 2013 – The horsey scoop
Last year, War Horse was the obvious equestrian pick. This year is a little trickier. HN movie critic Amanda Ronan helps us sort through the Best Picture nominees. (more…)
Shake’n Fork ‘Oh Crap’ Moment of the Day
All three parties involved in today’s “Oh Crap” moment–rider, horse and cow–must have been left saying, “What the crap just happened?” (more…)
19 Tack Rooms That Are Nicer Than Your House
Which of these dream tack rooms would you like to have in your barn? Let the swooning commence. (more…)
Your Turn: Correspondences with Walter Farley
In 1989 Amanda G. Sharritt wrote to Walter Farley, author of The Black Stallion, as part of a school contest. What she received in return she’ll cherish forever. (more…)
Friday Morning Feed from Ovation
Here at Horse Nation, we’re big advocates of taking an “every time, every ride” approach to helmet safety. Here’s one more reason why. (more…)
Evention Presents: An introduction to water jumps
This week on Evention, Schramm Eventing shows us how to give green event horses a positive first experience at water obstacles. (more…)
News: ‘Rachel Alexandra taking walks’
That’s the headline from an ESPN story about 2009 Horse of the Year Rachel Alexandra, who is recovering well after undergoing abdominal surgery following foaling complications. (more…)
EN Today: Riding cross-country with David O’Connor
Jessica Bortner-Harris had the very cool opportunity to be a demo rider in a teaching symposium earlier this week, under the guidance of eventing’s new team coach. She shares what she learned. (more…)
Video du Jour: Stephen Colbert’s take on the U.K. horsemeat scandal
Direct quote: “There’s nothing wrong with eating horse burgers. Fast food should be made of fast animals.” (more…)
Daily Dose of Adorable: Mini horse foal plays with giant ball
Nothing to see here, folks. Just the cutest thing maybe ever. Move on along. Or don’t, if you’re into that kind of thing. (more…)
10 Pairs of Crazy Marwari Horse Ears
The Marwari is a rare breed of horse indigenous to India with a very interesting physical trait: inwardly curving ears that touch or overlap when pricked and can swivel 180 degrees. (more…)
Shake’n Fork ‘Oh Crap’ Moment of the Day
In today’s “Oh Crap” moment, a racehorse leaves the starting gate but racing isn’t what he’s got on his mind. Enjoy! (more…)