Anybody can plant one on their horse. But when your horse turns the table and smooches you back… that’s when you know it’s true love. Horse Nation, prepare to have your heart melted. (more…)
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7 Giant Horses Best Viewed From Above
“Field Horse” by Canadian sculptor Joe Fafard has been making its way around Facebook over the past week and it piqued our interest. What other horsey earthworks are out there? (more…)
15 Horses With Really Cool Facial Markings
Yesterday, we spotlighted crazy horse colorings and coat patterns. Today, we set out to find the craziest-faced horses in the land. (more…)
15 Hateful Horses
Think you’re having a bad day? These horses are in a seriously hateful mood and they’re ready to tell you all about it.
George Morris Facts
In honor of the George H. Morris Horsemastership Training Sessions that took place in Wellington this week, we’ve compiled this list of Chuck Norris George Morris Facts in tribute to the legend himself. (more…)
8 Pairs of Warm, Soft, Snuggly Horse Slippers
Bunny slippers are SO cliché. On cold winter mornings, slip your feet into something a little more… you. (more…)
9 Horses That Shine Like Gold
We are referring, of course, to the Akhal-Teke, a breed best known for the natural metallic bloom of their coats. But do you know what is responsible for their signature sheen? (more…)
9 Most Clichéd Horsey New Year’s Resolutions
Self-improvement is not really something that most horses think about a lot. Or ever. But we can always dream… (more…)
The 20 Most Popular Horse Nation Posts of 2012
Horse Nation published a whopping 2,562 posts this year. Here are the ones that, judging from number of page views, you guys liked the best. (more…)
Top 10 Gift Suggestions For Your Farrier or Vet
You want to show your equine practitioners some love for all their hard work, but when it comes to gift-giving, you’re stumped. Lauren Nethery is here with some sure-to-please suggestions. (more…)
17 Weird And/Or Hilarious Photos of Apples and Carrots
Horses love eating ’em! But to ingest the artistry featured in these photos–whether man-made or “au naturale”–would just be a waste. (more…)
10 Horses Having Bad Hair Days
We’ve all been there. Some days your hair just does not want to cooperate. Here are 10 horses that are also having bad hair days.
12 Holiday Spirited Stables
There’s just something magical–a mix of nostalgia and rustic elegance, perhaps?–about a simple wreath hung outside a barn. Here are a few gorgeous photos we found that might inspire you to raise a wreath or two yourself. (more…)
7 Horses Dressed Up for the Holidays
‘Tis the season to embarrass your horse by dressing him up in festive costumes. Here are seven horses who are decked out for the holiday season. (more…)
15 Terrifying Photos of Equestrian Skijoring
Equestrian skijoring, a crazy sport horsepeople in cold climates invented to keep themselves entertained in the winter, is for real. And the people who do it are for real insane. (more…)
9 Riders Who Are Doin’ It Wrong
“Don’t ride backwards!” is a common riding-lesson refrain. These photos, however, take the saying to a whole new level. (more…)
7 Pictures of People Riding Cows
Last week’s post on animals with Olympic show-jumping aspirations got us thinking: Why limit ourselves to riding horses? These cows can jump and gallop, after all! (more…)
7 Animals With Olympic Show Jumping Aspirations
Think horses have the corner on jumping talent? Think again. Lauren Nethery compiled this list of leaping animal videos (and one bonus video of leaping shirtless men). (more…)
17 Horse Shoe Upcycling Ideas from Etsy
Don’t throw out those used horseshoes! Get crafty with a welder and these Etsy-inspired repurposing ideas for home decor, gifts and more. (more…)
13 Photos of Jackie O Looking Fabulous Around Horses
This queen of equestrian chic is possibly the only woman in history to pull off the balloon-thigh breeches look. (Here’s hoping those NEVER come back in style!) Check out these photos: (more…)
8 Horses That Ate Way Too Much on Thanksgiving
If you had to unbutton the top of your pants yesterday, you’re not alone. These eight (Photoshopped) horses ate way too much on Thanksgiving Day. (more…)
26 Equestrian Themed Bedrooms for Horse Crazy Girls of All Ages
Let me guess: Growing up, your room was an explosion of horse posters and Breyer models and show ribbons and all manner of pony bric-a-brac. (more…)
14 Bits That Ought To Be Illegal
What kind of monster puts a bit like this in their horse’s mouth? Bicycle chains, spikes, giant ports, shanks the length of your forearm… prepare to cringe. (more…)
30 Completely Ridiculous Horse Race Hats
When else can you strap pretty much anything to your head and call it a hat? We’d hate to be sitting behind these fashionistas in the grandstand. (more…)
10 Ways to Blow $100,000+ on Horse Stuff on eBay
With eBay you’re only one click and a million-plus dollars away from owning your very own ugly bronze horse statue or overpriced California equestrian estate. Let the bidding begin! (more…)