Let's kick off our Thursday with something just outrageously adorable, shall we? (more…)
Leslie Wylie
Eventing Nation: Being private investigators for our horses
“Every horse has a story, and it’s our job to put the pieces together in order to solve the mystery or to better articulate the way they are.” By Lila Gendal. (more…)
Video: 'A Horse's Prayer'
If horses could talk, what would they ask of us? This video sets the verses of “A Horse's Prayer” to images.
SpectraVET Performance of the Week: USEF International Horse of the Year, Simon
When the USEF handed out its year-end awards last weekend, it came has no surprise that this show jumping phenom took top honors. (more…)
UFC: The Ultimate Filly Combat
Don't let that sweet “I'm just a little baby pony” face fool you. Gretchen Pelham recounts the story of a filly who came into this world swinging. (more…)
Horse Husband FAQs: ‘Are there gaited horses in Asia?’
Lorraine Jackson’s “equine curious” husband has been asking her a lot of questions lately–and she’s on a quest to get him the answers. Here’s his latest random query. (more…)
Wednesday Book Review: ‘How Good Riders Get Good,’ or a lesson about choices
HN book critic Erin McCabe contemplates an insightful book by eventing legend Denny Emerson. (more…)
The Idea of Order: How to keep your teen out of trouble
In some ways, the smartest thing the parent of a teenage son or daughter could do is get their kid a horse. Morgane Schmidt explains. (more…)
4 Ways to improve your horsemanship without riding
Too cold/wet/snowy to ride? Callie Rae King shares some ideas for getting a leg up on spring without stepping foot in a stirrup.
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Wednesday Morning Feed from World Equestrian Brands
We love World Equestrian Brands’ unwavering commitment to supporting our sport–like their annual presentation of a Tack Matters Award at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival. (more…)
Eventing Nation: 10 habits of highly successful riders
Looking to up your game? Kate Samuels outlines a list of qualities that will make you a more effective equestrian. (more…)
Your Turn: On letting go
Sometimes when you say goodbye to a special horse, they take a piece of your heart with them to the other side. Joy Seymour shares her story. (more…)
'We don't have tack for that,' presented by ThinLine
Etsy is a wonderland for super-random horse stuff–including but not limited to UNICORN HORNS. (more…)
In My Boots: Horse life is a highway…
…and Kristen Kovatch wants to ride it all day long–or at least until her trailer gets a flat. She treats us to a play-by-play of a recent road trip. (more…)
Happy No Pants Day
The event (which encourages commuters around the world to ride the subway without pants) took place yesterday, but we're celebrating today with this video of Dawson Leery James Van Der Beek riding bareback with no pants. You're welcome? (more…)
Tuesday Morning Feed from Dubarry
Dubarrys can be worn year round, but the winter is when they really shine. Warm and waterproof, you can wear them anywhere in full confidence that your feet will stay toasty and dry. (more…)
Where’s the bit? Part II: Mechanical hackamore
Lindsay Rausch’s series on bitless bridles continues with an introduction to a bitless bridle option that is especially popular among jumpers. (more…)
One week left to enter HN's 'Horse Therapy' contest, sponsored by Back on Track!
Share the story of how a horse has helped you through a rough patch for a chance to win a Back on Track therapeutic sheet for YOUR furry Freud. (more…)
Video: Moo-ve over, dressage horses
Jessica Fox sent us a link to this commercial for Schweppes tonic water–it’s pretty ridiculous. (more…)
Weekly Watering Hole, presented by Horse Quencher: Skijoring, part II
Horse racing on a frozen lake with jockeys trailing behind on skis? That seems safe. CNN travels to Switzerland to cover an unusual annual event. (more…)
#TBT: 10 Things to Do While Waiting for Spring
No, it’s not spring yet, but don’t let the low temps get you down. Karlie Mitchell shares some ideas for making the most of winter. (more…)
Weekend Welcome from Kentucky Performance Products
Is your horse drinking enough water during the winter months? KPP shares some tips for keeping your horse hydrated year-round. (more…)
Eventing Nation: 10 signs you might be an eventer
Courtney Due of the JustJump3Day blog recently posted her own list of signs that you may suffer from the eventing bug. What you would add to the list? (more…)
Best of Craigslist: Red roan QH mare with a 'very stable and pleasant personality'
PLUS! Vintage Italian 'riding boots' and a farrier who offers a $200 reward for any horse he can't shoe. (more…)