#SAFETY
Passing Horses and Horse Trailers Safely
What you, as a motorist, need to know about passing horses and horse trailers on the road! Keeping everyone involved safe is what is most important.
Tuesday Video: Worth Her Weight in Gold
This horse is bound to give you chills and maybe jerk a few tears as she stands quietly while her rider frees her foot from the stirrup after the duo falls to the ground!
10 Ways to Keep Your Horse Safe Over the 4th of July
Are you doing everything you can to keep your horse safe over the holiday?
Hunters & Horseback Riders: Why We Should Just Get Along
Sharing public or private riding space with hunters in the fall is a reality of equestrian life, but that doesn’t mean it’s not a hot-button issue with strong opinions. Sara Shelley makes a case for why hunter and riders should really just get along.
ELD Enforcement Delayed Until September 30, 2018
Are you up to date on all the latest changes regarding the ELD mandate that would require commercial motor vehicles to carry an electronic logging device and comply with time restrictions? Here are all the developments from the past month.
Too Cold To Ride? Using Common Sense & Science
Unusually cold temperatures across much of the United States have led to endless rounds of speculation (and some science) about when it’s too cold to ride. We’ve compiled the facts and common sense concepts to help you set your own cutoff.
AQHA Responds to ELD Mandate
The Department of Transportation’s announced 90-day waiver of pending Electronic Logging Device (ELD) requirements that would affect horse haulers has mobilized the horse and livestock industry to request a delay and closer examination.
Electronic Logging Devices & CMVs: What New Regulations Mean For Horse Owners
Social media has been abuzz today with concern from horse owners over upcoming regulations requiring commercial motor vehicles to carry electronic logging devices starting in December. Here’s what you need to know.
Facebook Post Goes Viral After Driver Intentionally Tries To Spook Horses [Updated With Statement]
Warning: video contains language and gestures that are not safe for work or for young viewers.
Is Your Barn Prepared for a Barn Fire?
Even with proper prevention, fires can still strike.
National Fire Prevention Week: Fire Safety Tips For the Barn
It’s National Fire Prevention Week: if you haven’t assessed your barn’s fire protection and prevention or gone over your emergency plan recently, we have a few helpful tips!
Product Review: Horze Reflective Halter & Tail Guard
For horses and riders who like to be seen (aka all of us).
HN Best of 2015 #3: Mounted Self-Defense: Know How to Protect Yourself on Horseback
What would you do if, while out on a hack, someone attacked you and your horse? Police are urging riders to learn the basic steps to protect yourself while riding out alone.
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UK Petition Calls For Drivers To Slow Down Around Horses
This would make passing wide and slow into law.
Are You Ready? Creating a Disaster Plan For Your Horses
When it seems as though we live in a more disaster-prone time than ever, having a plan can make all the difference when it comes to your horse’s safety. We’ve put together some tips and advice.
Fire at UC Davis Hay Barn Reminder to Check Hay
Few things are more satisfying than knowing that you’ve got a full loft of sweet-smelling hay. But danger can lurk in the hayloft — we’ve outlined how to prevent hay fires in the barn.
Mounted Self-Defense: Know How to Protect Yourself on Horseback
What would you do if, while out on a hack, someone attacked you and your horse? Police are urging riders to learn the basic steps to protect yourself while riding out alone.
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Respect Begins on the Ground
Mel Harms-Grossman explains groundwork principles to develop a safe partnership with your horse.
Riding Safe During Hunting Season
Hunting season is here–and we don’t mean the kind where you chase the fox. Here are some tips to keep you and your horse safe. (more…)
5 Ways to Keep Your Horse Safe
A disturbing set of horse-related incidents has been reported in Stornoway, Scotland. Here are 5 common-sense tips to keep your horse safe no matter where you are. (more…)
When Duct Tape Isn’t Enough…
Karlie Mitchell outlines a list of useful stuff to have on hand at the barn in the event of an emergency. PLUS! 13 totally inappropriate uses of duct tape. Just because. (more…)
‘I am not a deer’: 10 safety strategies for hunting season
‘Tis the season to be safe–especially if you’re furry and live outside. (more…)