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Also in the May/June issue:
- At Issue: Flash nosebands and trimming whiskers
- Keeping water trough algae at bay
- The Heroes Horsemanship Challenge
- Donna Barton Brothers
- Insect bite hypersensitivity
- The Icelandic Horse
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2025 FEI Basel World Cup Finals Hands Reins to Fort Worth 2026
As U.S. athletes look back on valuable experience gained at the 2025 FEI World Cup Finals in Switzerland, the...
How to Clean a Horse's Sheath
If you’ve never cleaned a horse’s sheath, you probably have questions. First and foremost, is it really necessary? And...
Horse Care
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ASPCA Right Horse Adoptable Horse of the Week: Camp Hope
Welcome to Horse Illustrated’s weekly installment of the Right Horse Adoptable Horse of the Week, offered in partnership with the ASPCA's Right Horse program....
How to Clean a Horse’s Sheath
If you’ve never cleaned a horse’s sheath, you probably have questions. First and foremost, is it really necessary? And more importantly, how exactly do...
ASPCA Right Horse Adoptable Horse of the Week: Xanthus
Welcome to Horse Illustrated’s weekly installment of the Right Horse Adoptable Horse of the Week, offered in partnership with the ASPCA's Right Horse program....
Be Your Horse’s Joint Health Champion
Equine arthritis can affect horses of all disciplines and ages, and early intervention is crucial for maintaining comfort and performance. Your ability to recognize...
ASPCA Right Horse Adoptable Horse of the Week: Lucille
Welcome to Horse Illustrated’s weekly installment of the Right Horse Adoptable Horse of the Week, offered in partnership with the ASPCA's Right Horse program....
ASPCA Right Horse Adoptable Horse of the Week: Rolo
Welcome to Horse Illustrated’s weekly installment of the Right Horse Adoptable Horse of the Week, offered in partnership with the ASPCA's Right Horse program....
Treatment of Equine Tendon Injuries
Tendon injuries are a diagnosis every equine owner dreads. Here’s what to do to ensure the best outcome in the event your horse injures...
Riding and Training
Achieve the Correct Timing of Riding Aids
It’s been said that watching good horse training is like watching paint dry. This is because horses communicate through the smallest movements, and the...
Groundwork for When You Can’t Ride
Injury. Behavior. Age. Fear. Each of these factors can be a reason why equestrians put away their saddle for a long or short period....
Changing Riding Disciplines: English to Western
If you are thinking of making a transition from English to western riding, I have a few tips to help make that switch in...
How to Improve a Lazy Horse’s Responsiveness
Some of the safest horses you can ride are also the least responsive to the aids. These quiet types are often the go-to for...
Five Groundwork Exercises for Your Horse
You don’t have to ride your horse to give him a good workout. Groundwork is an effective alternative that’s loaded with a wide range...
Using Ground Poles in Your Horse’s Training
Working over ground poles has more uses in training horses than just being the predecessor to jumping. They can mix up your dressage horse’s...
Common Horse Training Mistakes
These four common horse training mistakes are easier to catch and correct when you’re aware of them. As a clinician, there are a few training...
Horse Breeds
Breed Portrait: Gypsy Vanner
Learn about the Gypsy Vanner, a versatile and gentle small draft horse breed for equestrians of all types. After World War II, the travelers (also...
Breed Profile: European Brabant
While draft horses come in many shapes and sizes, from the gigantic Shire to the smaller Haflinger, most have something very important in common....
Breed Portrait: Trote y Galope
While the Paso Fino—a breed well known for its smooth, animated gait—was gaining notoriety in the U.S., another closely related breed was being developed...
All About the Belgian Draft Horse
When standing near a Belgian Draft Horse, it’s easy to feel small—intimated, even. But the Belgian Draft is the epitome of a gentle giant. Developed...
All About the American Warmblood
If you appreciate sport horses of many different breeding backgrounds, types and colors, the American Warmblood will unite you with like-minded enthusiasts. Read on...
The Beautiful Akhal-Teke
The Akhal-Teke horse—pronounced like “apple” with a K instead of the P’s, and “techie”—is one of the rarest horse breeds in the world. Originally...
The 10 Biggest Horses: Giants of the Equine World
Whether you’re drawn to their size, strength, or gentle nature, the biggest horses in the world are sure to capture your heart. These breeds...
Horse Ownership
Equine Insurance Policies
Insurance. It’s a fact of life for most adults. We insure our vehicles, homes, businesses—even our smartphones. We buy life and health insurance. Horses can also be insured. Equine...
Common Mistakes for Beginners to Avoid with Horses
Are you a beginner when it comes to horses? Learn about crucial mistakes that beginners can fall victim to, complete with advice from experienced horse owners and equestrians on...
Your Horse Insurance FAQs
Since 1992, Laura Connaway of Connaway and Associates Equine Insurance Services, Inc. has been working with her team to bring a personalized touch to the horse insurance market, offering...
Winter Horse Pasture Management 101
Depending on whether you and your horses live in Maine, Kentucky, Montana, or California, winter in each area manifests itself differently. Each region has unique patterns; winter pastures in...
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