Karlie Mitchell explains that the equestrian life is rich with rewards–and she’s not just talking about blue ribbons. (more…)
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#TBT: Barn Owners — How To Stay on Your Boarders’ Nice List
Carla Lake’s post How to Stay on Your Barn Owner’s Nice List was a big hit last week, but as reader James Powell points out, it works both ways. (more…)
Cyber Monday Morning Feed from SmartPak
It’s the last day to take advantage of SmartPak’s 10% off holiday sale! (more…)
Weekend Wrapup from Kentucky Performance Products
Winter muck can be heck on horses’ feet. KPP offers some tips for keeping hooves healthy throughout the soggy season. (more…)
Weekly Watering Hole, Presented by Horse Quencher: Water jump fail
Who’ll get the dunking booth this week? Click here to find out! (more…)
Best of Craigslist: ‘dwarf horse – $300’
Please tell me that isn’t a pony in a basket in the passenger seat of your car. (more…)
HN Holiday Gift Guide: Candy Cane Recipe Bran Mash
If the way to a horse’s heart is through his stomach, this gift idea from Lauren Morris will endear you to your horse forever. (more…)
Black Friday Morning Feed from Ovation
‘Tis the season for holiday shopping. Here are seven amazing stocking-stuffer ideas for under $20 from our friends at Ovation! (more…)
‘Jingle Bells’ for Thanksgiving: The real story behind the song
Lindsay Rausch makes the startling discovery that this beloved Christmas anthem was actually written for Thanksgiving. (more…)
Amanda Ronan: 4 horse movies I’m thankful for
Our galloping movie critic lists off her favorite horse movies of all time. Which do you think will make the list? (more…)
Canadian Invasion: A COTH forum Thanksgiving tradition
Horse Nation’s resident Canuck Kat O’Riley gets to the bottom of this annual Chronicle of the Horse forum phenomenon. (more…)
Meet Cass Ole, the Real ‘Black Stallion’
Amanda Ronan introduces to the Arabian show horse who performed one of the most legendary equine movie roles of all time. (more…)
Fit to Ride: Giving thanks… for cheat days
Cheating on your diet every now and again is fine–even encouraged!–so long as you follow a few simple rules, explains HN fitness guru Biz Stamm. (more…)
Happy Thanksgiving from the Horse Nation Team!
What are our writers and artists thankful for this year? Hint: It has an awful lot to do with horses. (more…)
Thanksgiving Morning Feed from Fleeceworks
Happy Thanksgiving, Horse Nation! Let’s ring in the holiday with a few contemplations from the world’s least thankful feline, Grumpy Cat. (more…)
SpectraVET Classic Performance of the Week: Carol Lavell & Gifted
Today we look back at a great American dressage partnership whose legacy lives on today. (more…)
#TBT: In My Boots — Counting My Blessings
For this week’s #TBT, Horse Nation Editor Emeritus Kristen Kovatch was just about to feel sorry for herself — but then she looked around. (more…)
The Idea of Order: Things I’m thankful for as an equestrian
Morgane Schmidt is counting her blessings in this year’s Thanksgiving comic. (more…)
Wednesday Book Review: 5 horse books I’m thankful for
Horse Nation book critic Erin McCabe lists a few of her all-time favorite reads. (more…)
Wednesday Morning Feed from World Equestrian Brands
Thirteen finalists have been selected in an Eventing Nation “Make Your Own Stirrups” contest to win a new pair of Amerigo stirrups. Vote on your favorite! (more…)
‘We Don’t Have Tack for That,’ Presented by ThinLine: Mullet edition
It’s a divisive issue, for sure. Let’s take a moment to mullet over. (more…)
How to Trim Your Young Horse’s Feet in 10 Easy Steps
It’s like trying to sit a several-hundred-pound toddler down for a pedicure–no easy task. Carrot Top sends her condolences. (more…)
Normandy or Bust: One artist’s Kickstarter campaign
Kimry Jelen is an Oregon-based artist/horse trainer who recently received the opportunity of a lifetime: to showcase her work at the 2014 WEG. But she needs your help. (more…)
Lauren Morris: Back in the saddle after baby
In which our blogger rediscovers her happy place.