There is SOOO much going on in this ad: An evil ex-girlfriend hellbent on sabotage, a man battling cancer, and at the center of it all… a gelding for sale? (more…)

Friday Morning Feed from Ovation

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I’ve never been great at math, including but not limited to geometry. Which can be a definite hindrance when it comes to riding dressage. (more…)

News: Most expensive yearling filly in history sold at auction for $8.5 million

October 17, 2013Leslie WylieUncategorized#RACING4 Comments

What makes this filly so special? Click here to find out. (more…)

Ladies Aside: Foxhunting sidesaddle in Ireland

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Last winter Susan Corwin embarked upon the trip of a lifetime exactly one year after undergoing a double-mastectomy. Here's her story, and info on how you can ride in this year's hunt! (more…)

Q&A with Greta Alexandra Oskolkov-Schneider, the world's most creative body-clipper

October 17, 2013Leslie WylieUncategorized#BODY CLIPPING, #PROFILE6 Comments

If body-clipping was an art, this 19-year-old New Zealander would be Picasso. She takes us into her studio. (more…)

Best of Craigslist: 'Heflinger Pony for Sale – $350 (Newark)'

October 17, 2013Leslie WylieUncategorized#CRAIGSLIST3 Comments

Reader Sandra Hoyt sent us this ad with the note, “Behold, the amazing Heflinger horse, equipped with only two legs for a smoother ride.” (more…)

Thursday Morning Feed from Fleeceworks

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Fleeceworks hearts its donkeys–did you see the adorable photo they posted on Facebook earlier this week? (more…)

Eventing Nation: Collegiate eventing spotlight – University of Georgia

October 16, 2013Leslie WylieUncategorized#ENLeave a comment

Collegiate eventing is a growing sport among college athletes. Erin Critz takes a closer look. (more…)

Your Turn: True equestrian fashion

October 16, 2013Leslie WylieUncategorized#FASHION, #YOUR TURN18 Comments

Does the sight of a poseur prancing around in fake riding gear drive you mad? Katherine Upton outlines the elements of an authentic equestrian fashion experience. (more…)

Best of Craigslist: 'Couldn't you find a better picture than THAT?!?' edition

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If a picture is worth a thousand words, these Craigslist ads are speechless. (more…)

The Idea of Order: Halloween guest comic week

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Morgane Schmidt's husband Louis steps in with yet another astonishingly poignant observation about life with horse people. (more…)

SpectraVET Classic Performance of the Week: War Admiral vs. Seabiscuit

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Heralded as the “Match of the Century,” today we remember this 1938 showdown between two of the greatest racers in American history. (more…)

Wednesday Morning Feed from World Equestrian Brands

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For the 10th year in a row, World Equestrian Brands showed its support of the American Eventing Championships as a Gold Sponsor. (more…)

'Oh Crap' Moment of the Day: Naughty horse move #114

October 15, 2013Leslie WylieUncategorized#OH CRAP6 Comments

A.k.a. the dreaded “jump-buck-spin.” Heard of it? Here are some examples–and some strategies for nipping it in the bud. (more…)

'We Don't Have Tack for That,' Presented by ThinLine

October 15, 2013Leslie WylieUncategorized#THINLINE4 Comments

Day-glo tack, teased forelocks, strains of Cindy Lauper wafting down the barn aisle… this is what it would look like if the '80s came back to haunt the horse world. (more…)

HN's Annual Halloween Costume Awards: Readers, send us your pics!

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'Tis the season for dressing your horse up in humiliating costumes. Email pics to [email protected] and enjoy these classics from 2012! (more…)

SmartPak Story of the Week

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A big congratulations to Carrie Mulks for her winning contribution, “From Skeleton to Rising-star Event Horse in 10 Months.” With 5,271 views, it was the most popular guest submission of last week. (more…)

In My Boots: Congress is in session

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The government may be on shutdown, but the 2013 All-American Quarter Horse Congress is going strong. Kristen Kovatch takes us inside the word's largest single-breed horse show. (more…)