Trot these out the next time someone asks you why you still take lessons. (more…)
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22 Horses Who Are Helping Kick Breast Cancer in the Bum
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. These horses and riders are showing their support! (more…)
Diagnose Your Spooky Horse
Horses spook at two things: things that move, and things that don't. But have you ever wondered how to diagnose his phobias? (more…)
17 Signs You’re Probably Not Going to Grow Out of This Horse Thing
“Normal” people might not understand your obsession. But who cares about them? (more…)
10 Quarter Marks Plus a Smartpak How-To!
Want your horse to channel his or her inner My Little Pony? Quarter marks are a classy way to do it! (more…)
12 Freakishly Long Manes & Tails
Can you imagine the quantity of Showsheen that goes into keep these Rapunzel-esque equine tresses tangle-free? You’ve gotta check it out. (more…)
10 Comebacks for When Someone Says Riding is Easy
Do you ever wish you could just whap some people upside the head with an equestrian magazine? Well, no worries–these verbal comebacks will keep your ‘zines looking pristine. (more…)
10 Rarest Horse Breeds
This Ahal-Teke picture has been circulating the Internet as “the most beautiful horse in the world.” That’s debatable, but the breed is one of the rarest–find out the rest of the top 10. (more…)
10 Horses with a Bad Case of the Mondays
Are you tired of the rat horse race? These equines are, too. Remember to keep it tuned to Horse Nation (when the boss isn’t looking) for comic relief. (more…)
The World's Largest Collection of 'I Want a Pony' Memes
You know these kids because, once upon a time, you WERE these kids.
9 Horses Who Won Everything
And then their moms were all like, “Stand still, honey, let me take a picture of you with all your ribbons.”
17 Things We Could All Learn From Cowboys
If everybody just took these horsey nuggets of wisdom to heart, the world would be a better place–or at least less danged annoying. (more…)
8 Terrifying Photos of Horses & Balloons
DISASTER. WAITING. TO. HAPPEN.
7 Amazing Levitating Horses
Sometimes it's intentional; sometimes it's just a scary stick on the ground. Whatever the cause, these horses are getting some serious air time.
18 Surprising Things You Might Find on a Horse
What can you put on a horse? As it turns out, the possibilities are endless. Here are 18 ideas that might surprise you.
18 Amazing Moments of Horse/Human Synchronicity
Sometimes you and your horse are just on the exact same page.
Things We Heart: Bridesmaids in cowgirl boots
Cowgirl boots are the stilettos of the south. Here are 17 photos of bridesmaids staying grounded in their roots. (more…)
7 Photos of Reed Kessler Winning All the Things
Nobody has a better “I can’t believe I just won this awesome prize!” face than Reed Kessler. (more…)
17 Vintage Photos of Circus Horses & Big Top Beauties
You get to wear a frilly costume and ride a bedazzled-up horse while people clap for you? Sign me up. (more…)
31 Videos of Horses Scratching Their Bums
You didn't ask for it, and you probably don't want it, but we're going to give it to you anyway. (more…)
10 Human Horseback Pyramids
Definitive proof that horses are the best sports ever for putting up with all our silly crap. Check it out! (more…)
4 of the Most Terrifying Gymnastic Exercises EVER
The next time your trainer sets up a tough grid, just remember: It could be much, MUCH worse. (more…)
HN Investigates: How many kids can you fit on a horse?
Answer: Way more than you think. Check out these old photos from back in the day when families were huge and horses were saints. (more…)
6 Things to Look for When Instructor Shopping
It can be tough to find a riding instructor you really click with when you move to a new area or start a new discipline—or both, like I did. Here are a few tips I learned along the way. (more…)
16 Horses & Riders Who Need a Nap
Happy Snoozeday Tuesday! When it’s time for a powernap, who better to curl up with than 1,000-plus pounds of equine snugglebuddy? (more…)