We've all heard of heroic firefighters stopping the spread of massive wildfires, but did you know that those same men and women rely on equines fighting fires, too?On August 31, 2020, the Trinity Alps Pack Mules were preparing to...
Finding a new horse can seem like fun at first, then quickly becomes hard work. You spend hundreds of hours poring through ads and talking to friends who offer hot leads. When you finally find a horse, it’s like...
The small town of Weybridge, Vt., is home to a scenic gem for horse lovers and history buffs alike. Known for its picturesque beauty in the Green Mountains, the University of Vermont (UVM) Morgan Horse Farm is a popular...
Horse Illustrated magazine has a lot to be proud of after receiving multiple American Horse Publications (AHP) Equine Media Awards for material published in 2021 during the Back to the Bluegrass Conference on Saturday, May 14, 2022, in Lexington,...
Because virtually every aspect of horse ownership carries some degree of risk, horse owners should consider the possibility that things can sometimes go wrong. Frequently the horse does not present the only risk: People who will be interacting with...
Manna Pro® Products, St. Louis-based manufacturer and marketer of pet care and nutrition products, reveals Nurturing Community partnerships with The Livestock Conservancy, SpiritHorse International, and 4-H Council organizations. The collaborations dovetail the brand’s nurturing life mission to nurture communities...
Do you think you have the best veterinarian? These stories from HI readers about incredible vets might give your vet a run for their money!
Best Vet Finalist: Dr. Kristi Gran
This past year, as a 38-year-old rider in the saddle since...
Rehabilitating horses who have experienced abuse or neglect and giving it new life can be a very gratifying experience. However, there is a lot more that goes into it than just tender love and care. Luke Castro of Norco, Calif.,...
We often think about what we can teach our horses: to stay in a frame, to load onto a trailer, to stand at the mounting block. But how often do we pause to appreciate all the important life lessons...
Growing up in the 1990s and early 2000s, I never had much experience with real bullying. Sure, there were the odd bullies in school who could put a damper on a good day, but they didn’t follow me home....
