Whether it’s showmanship, horsemanship, trail, western riding or ranch classes, pattern competition helps show a judge the skills you and…
Gelding, or castration, is the most common equine surgical procedure performed on horse farms. Although veterinarians use different techniques, all…
Split reins are by far the most versatile type of reins used in western riding, but they can be a…
Marked by fluid lead changes around a cone-marked course, western riding is a challenging class for all-around competitors. But with…
If you’re like many horse property owners around the country, suburban sprawl and increased development has made your neighbors these…
Equestrians are a beautiful kaleidoscope of ages, shapes, sizes and ethnicities. But the rich diversity of our community is not…
Of all the ranch versatility events, ranch riding has gained the most popularity; it’s also become the most competitive. If…
Showmanship at halter is a class that showcases the harmony between a horse and his exhibitor, and the showmanship pivot…
A staple piece of tack for many West Coast western riders, romal reins can be a bit of a mystery…
Horses don’t naturally lie down to be mounted, much less stand back up with a rider, on cue. But horse…