Yesterday, the horse world lost two of its own: Don Little, who passed away late Wednesday afternoon following injuries sustained at WEF, and Davy Jones, former lead singer of the Monkees and lifelong equestrian. (more…)
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Pentathlon: The ‘other’ equestrian sport
So you dream of winning Olympic gold, but there are two problems: 1. Dressage is hard and 2. You’re not really into jumping higher than, say, 3’3″. Pentathlon could be the sport for you. (more…)
Eric Dierks wins Retired Racehorse Trainer Challenge
A second Trainer Challenge, open to amateurs and professionals, is in the works and will take place over a three-month period. (more…)
TBs Only, Please: Entries now open for inaugural OTTB show at the KHP
Speaking of OTTBs, a show geared toward ex-racers just starting their show careers will be held April 14-15 at the Kentucky Horse Park. (more…)
Retired Racehorse Trainer Challenge: Homestretch!
Voting is now open for the Best Trainer in the Retired Racehorse Trainer Challenge, which concludes this Saturday at the Pennsylvania Horse World Expo. (more…)
What is wrong with the world?
Remember the story of that Pennsylvania horse trainer who took in over 100 ex-racehorses, promising to give them a good home, and then sent them all to slaughter? She won’t be going to prison. (more…)
What is wrong with people, seriously?
A British author who has written several books about equine care and behavior has been charged with causing unnecessary suffering to four horses. (more…)
Michigan stable fire claims at least 25 horses
Campbell Stables, a thoroughbred facility in Jackson County, west of Detroit, was destroyed in a fire Tuesday night. One farm worker was taken to the hospital with burns. (more…)
So Brilliant, So Cranky: Life after George
Robert Ridland will become the next U.S. Show Jumping Chef e’ Equipe after George Morris retires from his position in 2013 after six years of service. (more…)
Louisiana Horse Rescue: A story of hope
Risa Flamm brings us this update on last month’s rescue of 60 neglected horses from a Louisiana breeding farm. Forty-six of the horses are still under the organization’s care. (more…)
News: Birth control now available for mustangs
The EPA’s official registration of the first contraceptive vaccine for horses means it can now be used to support sustainable wild horse populations in the West. (more…)
Contest to name Rachel Alexandra’s foal ends at midnight
What would you name the lovefoal of Curlin and Rachel Alexandra? Fans can submit name suggestions via email through midnight EST Sunday. (more…)
‘Pony-loving little girl’ grows up to be supermodel
Kate Upton, featured on the cover of this month’s Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, was a successful young rider. Then, she hit puberty. (more…)
News: Billionaire publishing mogul ‘John’ purchases Totilas for HN’s managing editor
OK, that’s not true, but starting rumors about dressage superstar Toto does seem to be all the rage these days. (more…)
Self-proclaimed ‘hobo on horseback’ rides streets of L.A. to protest slaughter
For the past two months, a Santa Barbara horse trainer and her three horses have been camping by night and spreading their message by day. (more…)
Good Call: Bonkers idea to bring diving horses back to Atlantic City gets scrapped
A couple weeks ago, we reported on Steel Pier Associates’ plan to bring diving horses back to Atlantic City. Well, they changed their mind. (more…)
Andrew Nicholson: It’s good to be a gangsta
New Zealand eventer Andrew Nicholson has so many **** horses, he had to kick one off his plate. Britain’s Oliver Townsend got the ride on Armada, a 13-year-old gelding owned by Paul Ridgeon. (more…)
‘Full Metal Jousting’ premier does OK in ratings battle vs. Grammies, that zombie show
1.9M viewers tuned in to the History Channel on Sunday night for the premier. (more…)
News: Despite financial aid, WEG finished 2010 in the red
“Money pit” might be an apt descriptor for the 2010 WEGs, according to a story published over the weekend in the Lexington Herald-Leader. (more…)
News: Horses now officially classed as vehicles in Australia
Riders must obey the same traffic rules as drivers. Other horse-specific rules apply, including a law that you can’t tether a horse to a moving vehicle or lead it alongside your vehicle while driving. (more…)
We Couldn’t Make This Stuff Up
Rider sues after gift horse stomps her face; Pennsylvania party-buggy full of teenagers gets rear-ended in hit-and-run during midnight ride. (more…)
Vaulting: FEI World Cup Final showcases spandex-clad freaks of nature
Britain’s Eccles sisters win 1st and 2nd in women’s division; Switzerland’s Patric Looser takes men’s title. (more…)
Go Cute or Go Home: Puppy Bowl VIII recap
Featuring 67 puppies, a kitty halftime show and piggy pep squad, Animal Planet’s Puppy Bowl offered an adorable alternative to watch grown men pummel one another. (more…)
Anti-slaughter billboards feature adorable horses nuzzling one another
The donation-funded campaign aims to raise awareness of the slaughter issue. (more…)
Things That Frighten Us: High-diving horses are returning to Atlantic City
Sure, I loved Wild Hearts Can’t Be Broken, but does the idea of horses plunging into water-tanks in real life make anyone else weak in the knees? (more…)