Nokota horses are making a scene in the North Dakota state legislature as the Nokota Horse Conservancy pushes for funding. In Senate Bill #2272, the NHC is asking for up to $50,000 to help develop a Nokota horse sanctuary...
If you keep a horse in wintry climates, you’ve seen what Mother Nature can do to a horse’s tail. Natural condensation of moisture quickly freezes, causing icicles to form around clumps of hair. This cold coiffure is made worse...
The United States will host its first FEI Paralymic Qualifier May 13 – 17 at Morven Park in Leesburg, Va. In addition to being a qualifier for the 2008 Paralympic Games in China, it will also be a selection...
The privilege of riding over open spaces on private land is treasured by equestrians, who across the country are faced with urban sprawl and loss of open space to ride. But there's some good news about land conservation for...
Ah, remember just a couple of show seasons ago, when it was all the rage to decorate the glossy stripe that ran down the front of the Euro-style safety helmets? The first artistic touches were colorful strips of tape...
Thoroughbred Times Barbaro, winner of the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands whose battle to overcome injuries suffered in the Preakness Stakes attracted worldwide attention and a legion of fans, was euthanized on Monday morning at the University of Pennsylvania’s...
Don’t miss your last chance to see Cavalia, a performance illustrating the relationship between humans and horses in a theatrical setting. The production leaves after its final show in Irvine, Calif., on Feb. 4.
The captivating show takes people...
It may be winter now, but if you’re a horse show competitor you’re probably dreaming of spring and blue ribbons. Perhaps you’re heading off to one of the winter circuits in Florida or California. Whichever is the case, be...
Own a gaited horse? Friends of Sound Horses (FOSH) is now offering a free video evaluation service. Those interested can have a licensed Independent Judge’s Association judge privately view their video and give feedback to help identify their horses’...
Have you ever dreamt of giving up the office job to spend more time with horses? While you may quickly dismiss the idea for all the reasons why it can’t be done, Carmi Weininger proves it can.
In the 1990s,...
