There is so much going on in this new video released last night on EventionTV, I thought it deserved a play-by-play. (more…)
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Friday Morning Feed from Ovation
The horse bug often strikes young, which is why Ovation stocks a full line of children’s riding gear. (more…)
HN Holiday Gift Guide: No-knot hair net and exercise bandana
Megan Kaiser checks out two unique stocking stuffer ideas from Real Women Ride®. (more…)
Fit to Ride: Conditioning your horse, part I
In part I of a series, science nerd/fitness buff Biz Stamm shows us how we can quantitatively measure our horse’s fitness and conditioning progress. (more…)
Racehorses on the Ranch
Off-track thoroughbreds run up against a lot of prejudice–that they’re too “hot” or “unpredictable” to be fully functional in the real world. Heather Benson points to a program that is proving the stereotypes wrong. (more…)
SpectraVET Classic Performance of the Week: Snowman
Today we remember the Cinderella-story show jumper that inspired a nation in the late ’50s and early ’60s. (more…)
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of Riding Anxiety
Do you have a strategy for dealing with in-the-saddle nerves? Callie Rae King helps us formulate a plan for riding through our fears. (more…)
Why Are Preventable Diseases Still Killing Our Horses?
We have vaccines. Gen Anne Griffin makes a plea for all horse owners to use them. (more…)
Thursday Morning Feed from Fleeceworks
What’s soft and snuggly and looks great with a big red bow on it under the Christmas tree? (a) a kitten (b) a bunny (c) a Fleeceworks pad. (more…)
Eventing Nation: December PSA – Is it time to replace your helmet?
Erin Critz reminds us that helmets have lifespans and we need to respect them. (more…)
#TBT: 14 Things No One Told Me Before I Bought a Horse
Whatever you think you know about horses, there are a few things you’ve just got to learn for yourself. Laura Berling shares some of her own personal insights. (more…)
HN Holiday Gift Guide: Woven Beads Browbands
Looking for a totally unique gift for a horsey friend? (Or yourself–hey, we don’t judge!) Stacey Kimmel-Smith shares her latest Etsy find. (more…)
The 5 Worst Racehorses of All Time
From 100-race losing streaks and 500/1 odds to a legendary $16 million racehorse flop, Peter Hodges counts them down. (more…)
Wednesday Book Review: ‘Keeping Secrets’
Horse Nation book critic Erin McCabe checks out the first book in Maggie Dana’s new Timber Ridge Riders series. (more…)
The Idea of Order: Holiday caption contest time!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year… caption contest time! Morgane Schmidt tells you how you can win some fancy leathers care products. (more…)
Wednesday Morning Feed from World Equestrian Brands
From silver bells to glittering tinsel to twinkling lights, Christmas is all about the sparkle and shine. Why not let your horse in on the festivities? (more…)
Eventing Nation: Take your eventer foxhunting
Have fun in the off-season while reaping some great benefits for you and your horse, enthuses eventer/foxhunter Laura Millerick. (more…)
‘We Don’t Have Tack for That,’ Presented by ThinLine: You’re doin’ it wrong
Every real horse person knows you shouldn’t… (more…)
Losing It: Equal-opportunity weight loss
When our horses start looking a little too round, we cut down on grain and step up the exercise. Lauren Morris observes, “Why is it that I can do that for my horses and not for myself?” (more…)
Eventing Nation: Make every foot count
Trapped in an indoor for the winter? Vermont eventer Lila Gendal finds a silver lining. (more…)
Daily Dose of Adorable: Bad pony!
Rolling: It’s not fair, and it’s definitely not polite, but it’s a surefire way to get rid of your rider. And for some ponies, that’s all that really matters. (more…)
SmartPak Story of the Week
A big congratulations to Carrot Top for her winning contribution, “How to Trim Your Young Horse’s Feet in 10 Easy Steps.” With 1,496 views, it was the most popular guest submission of last week. (more…)
Amos and Andy: A tale of two racehorses
Amos and Andy were best buddies as foals, but their racing careers sent them down separate paths. Elizabeth Wood of Bits & Bytes Farm shares the story of their unlikely reunion. (more…)
HN Holiday Gift Guide: ThinLine Cyber Monday Sale!
Use promo code CYBERMONDAY at thinlineglobal.com and receive a discount on all orders over $50 (excluding closeout items) through midnight. (more…)
Video: Shania Twain on her horsey Vegas show
HRTV gets the scoop on “Shania: Still the One,” a two-year performance residency at Caesar’s Palace that showcases the country star’s equestrian passion. (more…)