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10 Senses All Horses Possess
We always thought horses had the five common senses — but it turns out that they actually have TEN. Maria Wachter has the scoop. →
The Facebook Guide to Horse Ownership
Maria Wachter of Blackman Ranch has put together this helpful guide to Facebook for all horse owners. →
#TBT: 5 Things in Your Kitchen You Can Share With Your Horse
Laura Batts, founder of lifestyle brand Horse Hippie, looks inside her kitchen cabinet for improved equine health. →
Hitting the Road? Check These 10 Trailer Points
Hauling your precious cargo this summer? Karlie Mitchell has a few reminders. →
A Dressage Coach’s Insider View of the World Cup
USDF Silver Medalist and dressage coach Sydni Otteson gives Horse Nation a professional’s critique of the atmosphere, events, and controversy surrounding one of the U.S.’s most prestigious events of the year. →
Riding with Children: Learning to Let Go
As an equine-savvy parent who knows firsthand how unpredictable horses can be, watching your child spread his or her wings and fly (or, at least, pop over a jump or two) can be nerve-wracking. Tara La Bree shares her experience. →
Colic Surgery: Where Do We Go from Here?
Kate Kosnoff shares some advice on how to rehab your equine friend. →
Live from Live Oak International: Day 3
World-class combined driving is center stage this week at Live Oak International, taking place March 18-22 in Ocala, Florida. Lisa Lach brings us a report from the third day of competition, which included marathon driving and and the CSI**-W Grand Prix 1.60m. →
Live from Live Oak International: Drivers, Start Your Engines
World-class combined driving is center stage this week at Live Oak International, taking place March 18-22 in Ocala, Florida. Lisa Lach arrives on the scene of this larger-than-life competition. →
Equine Athletes Must Be Built & Then Maintained
A horse’s performance under saddle is dependent on much more than meets the eye. Karlie Mitchell outlines some facets of a well-rounded maintenance program for your hardworking horse. →
5 Equine Business Mistakes to Avoid
Do you have an equine business? Stacey Yalenti of Abby Road Group shares a few common pitfalls. →
A Day In the Glamorous *Cough* Life of a Farrier
Jeremiah Kemp of Eagle Ridge Farrier Service walks us though a typical day’s work at the anvil. →
Respect Begins on the Ground
Mel Harms-Grossman explains groundwork principles to develop a safe partnership with your horse. →
Turbulent Trails? Think Safety First!
Trainer Mel Harms-Grossman offers some safety tips for riders hoping to hit the trail. →
A Guide to Liability Releases for Equine Professionals
By Kjirsten Lee, J.D. →
Kids, Horses and the Difference Between ‘Adorable’ and ‘Dangerous’
Our most primal parenting instinct is to protect our children from danger — and big, powerful, unpredictable horses definitely fall into the “danger” category. Catherine Ford discusses learning to trust without letting down your guard. →