Finding a bit that gives you the ability to communicate clearly with your horse and one that he enjoys can feel a bit like finding a needle in a haystack. While nothing can take the place of trial and...
Saddle fit doesn’t have to be stressful. To make sure that a western saddle fits your horse well, keep in mind that you want it to make as much contact as possible around the horse’s back so that it...
Lexington, Ky. — Current U.S. Eventing Technical Advisor and Chef d’Equipe Bobby Costello has made the difficult personal decision to step away from the role at the start of the new quadrennial. Costello will remain active in his role...
There’s something magical about naming a horse. We start off as children with little plastic equines that we stable on our bookcases. We give those horses names like Star or Jet. Then we move up to digital models that...
You’ve likely heard that many top athletes are doing Pilates. What is this magical workout, and how is it so effective in improving performance—including in the saddle? Read on to find out how Pilates can be helpful for equestrians.Pilates...
Great Britain’s Oliver Townend brought his long-time equine partner Ballaghmor Class to the USA last week in a quest to capture his first win at the 2024 MARS Maryland 5 Star at Fair Hill presented by The Brown Advisory,...
Consuming sand is not ideal for equine digestion because sand irritates and inflames the intestinal lining, disrupting the bowel’s efficiency in absorbing nutrients. Accidental ingestion of sand by horses may be harmless in many circumstances, but can also lead...
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. This week's adoptable horse is Rose! Check back weekly for a new featured horse so...
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 not only impress with their sheer size but also showcase incredible versatility and strength. From...
Like many of the great breeds that have come from the Americas, the Peruvian Horse has its roots in Spanish horses brought over centuries ago. Because Peru is so isolated, the horses left by the Spanish were not crossed...
