‘My First Thought Was, I’m Going to Miss Her!’ Elisa Wallace Earns Reserve Champion at Road to the Horse
Elisa Wallace proved that connection, feel, and horsemanship (not just speed) are what truly win over both horses and crowds. →
Tuesday Video: Pony Power
Equal parts impressive and infuriating; because no matter how solid the fence is, a pony’s determination is stronger. →
A Fish Called Dory: A Concussion Story
“I could not comprehend that I had been awake, had had previous conversations about this with my mother and husband and had lost several days worth of time and memories.” In honor of Brain Injury Awareness Month, Ashley shares her account of how a major concussion affected her life. →
The Idea of Order: What the Vet Says vs What You Hear
I mean, it’s basically the same thing… →
Mythbuster Monday: Vegetable Oil Decreases the Risk of Colic
On Mythbuster Monday, we tackle a variety of equestrian myths to either bust or confirm. Today’s discussion: Does vegetable oil decrease the risk of colic? →
Tuesday Video: Preparing For An Uneventful Ride
Pre-ride prep is a survival strategy. →
Thoroughbred Logic, Presented by Kentucky Performance Products: Get the Right Coach
“Hard work built on constructive criticism is essential. But coaches should like your horse enough to want them to do well. And they should be able to teach to their strengths, not continually bemoan their weaknesses.” →
No Hoof, No Horse: Fix It with Silver Lining Herbs’s Feet & Bone Support
When the base is strong, everything improves. Read our product review on Silver Lining Herbs Feet & Bone Support. →
The Idea of Order: The Word of the Day is ‘Mercurial’…
Like feral, but with slightly more sass. →
Survived Winter? Great. Now Go Clean Your Barn.
Winter left behind more than just mud. Here’s your no-excuses checklist to reset your barn, protect your horses, and start the season on solid footing. →
Holiday Horse Names: St. Patrick’s Day Miniature Horses
Happy St. Patrick’s Day, Horse Nation. →
Mythbuster Monday: Horse Trailers Under a Certain GVWR Do Not Need State Inspection
Let’s go ahead and bust this one wide open, because this myth is not just wrong, it’s the kind of wrong that can cost you money, citations or worse, your horse. →
Reader Photo Challenge: Sleepy Ponies
Enjoy these 13 photos of horses taking a snooze! →
Training in the Right Way: Unpopular Opinion — You Shouldn’t Ride Horses You’re Sacred Of
When a capable rider is actually afraid while riding a horse, it is usually because the horse is not improving with the capable rider’s skills and techniques, and/or is increasingly unpredictable. The rider needs to listen to that fear and give themselves permission not to ride the horse. →
