Not only is jumping fire a fun party trick, it’s a useful skill for any hunter, jumper or eventer looking to increase bravery and improve form. (“That’ll teach ’em to pick up his knees!”) (more…)
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The Idea of Order: Define ‘Horse’
HN illustrator Morgane Schmidt is back this week with a definition of “Horse” that may not be Merriam-Webster approved but, as any horse owner will tell you, is true nonetheless. (more…)
Fit to Ride: What to wear?
In less than a month, Horse Nation hardbody Biz Stamm will be running the Portland Marathon to raise money for a mustang rescue. She’s narrowed the Fit to Ride t-shirt design contest down to two finalists and needs your help picking a winner! (more…)
Wednesday Morning Feed from World Equestrian Brands
A couple weeks ago, we introduced you to WEB’s new Equilibrium Tri-zone® Airlite Cross Country Boots. Recently John caught up with WEB president Robin Moore to learn more. (more…)
HN Safety Tip of the Week: Don’t let your horse fall in a hole
After yet another horse had to be rescued from a sinkhole this week, the HN Safety Brain Trust felt compelled to point out this often ignored safety rule. (more…)
Trending: ‘Invisible horse riding’ gains momentum
Recently, we alerted you to an equine-inspired dance craze made popular by the viral Korean rap video “Gangnam Style.” Here, Ellen and Brit-Brit get a lesson from the dance’s founder Psy. (more…)
EN Today: What $1.65M looks like…
The big checkbooks come out to play each year for the Keeneland September Yearling Sale, and this year’s sale is proving no exception. Visionaire reports on the priciest colt purchased thus far. (more…)
HN Classifieds: ‘Nice Leisurly Rideing Mare’
Lorraine Jackson sent this ad, pointing out the horse’s one drawback: “Only one stipulation: to buy this horse, sadly, you must know how to ride.” Well never mind then! (more…)
Listen: Horses in the Morning 9/11 Tribute
Our friends at the Horses in the Morning radio show have prepared a special 9/11 Tribute Episode interviewing people from all over the horse world asking, “Where were you on 9-11?” (more…)
In My Boots: Size matters (sometimes)
What’s the ideal height of a western horse? HN’s in-house cowgirl Kristen Kovatch explains that it has less to do with rider stature than you might think. (more…)
Tuesday Morning Feed from Dubarry
Are you in the Dubarry loop? Here are a few ways you can keep up with the makers of your Irish favorite boot and apparel company. (more…)
EN Today: An interview with William Fox-Pitt
Having clinched his 50th international three-day victory at Burghley last week, William talks to Samantha Clark about where he’s headed from here. (more…)
Feed Room Mythbusters: Weighing in on weighing feed
“Feed by weight, not volume” is commonly held feed-room truism–but do you know why? Our friends at Kentucky Performance Products give us the scoop. (more…)
Your Turn: A stable place
Why does leaving children in a barn full of half-ton animals seem so much safer than leaving them home alone or dropping them off at the mall? That’s the question that kick-started Stacie Rosenblatt’s exploration of barn culture. (more…)
SmartPak Story of the Week
A big congratulations to Morgane Schmidt for her winning contribution, “The Idea of Order: Ask Icee.” With 899 reads, it was the most-viewed guest submission of last week. (more…)
Video du Jour: Keeping your horse happy
I like Lilo Fore. When she talks about dressage, she makes it sound fun and exhilarating–the premise of this video excerpt from the 2012 USDF Region 8 Adult Clinic Series. (more…)
10 Horses with a Bad Case of the Mondays
Are you tired of the rat horse race? These equines are, too. Remember to keep it tuned to Horse Nation (when the boss isn’t looking) for comic relief. (more…)
Horses in History: George Washington’s Mule Fetish
Happy President’s Day! Horse Nation’s historian-in-residence Lorraine Jackson discovers that our nation’s founding father was also our country’s first breeder of mules.
HN Classifieds: For sale – the most tolerant horse in the world
Dad can shoot guns off his back. The kids can crawl around underneath him. Mom can try to drown him in the pond. This family horse is worth its weight in gold. (more…)
Monday Morning Feed from SmartPak
For horse owners, colic surgery falls under the category of “worst nightmares.” Luckily, our friends at SmartPak have introduced a program designed to help you sleep a little sounder at night. (more…)
Weekend Edition from Kentucky Performance Products
This week’s post is dedicated to KPP’s up-and-coming pro rider Megan Lynn and her top horse Hoosier Daddy, who placed 4th at the 2012 American Eventing Championships. (more…)
EN Today: Courageous Comet is poised to go out with a bang
Becky Holder has announced that the American Eventing Championships will be Comet’s last upper-level competition. Fittingly, the pair leads heading into the final phase. (more…)
Oh $h!t: Your most humiliating moments, captured on film
Here at HN, we are an equal opportunity appreciator of thrills, spills and everything in between. Today’s “Oh $h!t” moment is brought to you by reader Kallie Mitchell. (more…)
Dear SmartPak: Is it appropriate to administer electrolytes to a slightly dehydrated horse?
Dr. Lydia Gray answers a question about how to best maintain a proper fluid and electrolyte balance in your horse. (more…)
Friday Flicks: ‘Virginia’s Run’
Just when you thought Horse Nation film critic Amanda Ronan had run out of Bad Horse Movies to review, she unearthed this little gem. Take it away, Amanda! (more…)