Like a lot of riders, I’m not committed to a specific discipline. I rode saddle seat for a long time and competed in breed-specific classes with my Morgan, Snoopy, until I retired him. For the past couple of years,...
The video above, posted to Facebook by Tennessee horse trainer Jessica Hlebak, is just six seconds long. That’s the amount of time it takes Rob, the horse in the video, to get loose from his halter in a single,...
Gypsy is a broodmare in Kentucky. Her humans thought it would be fun to introduce a small stuffed horse into the field. At first Gypsy is curious about the strange, non-responsive animal, but she figures out pretty quickly that...
In a video making the rounds on social media and TV news this week, a horse takes on an alligator at a Florida state park. The gator appears to be minding his own business, but the horse decides the...
Horses are a time suck. As much as we love our noble four-legged companions, they require a time commitment beyond most hobbies.
For many equestrians trying to balance horse life and "regular” life, it can seem overwhelming. We can’t...
For most horse people, the only place your brain turns off is at the barn. You become so absorbed in every little detail as you connect with your horse (How is he walking? Do I feel heat? How is...
A newly discovered love of horses inspired photographer Tracey Buyce to apply her skill as a wedding photojournalist to the equestrian world. Her years of experience have taught her how to seek out the unforgettable moments that tell a...
Being an adult is exhausting. From early wake-up calls (via an alarm clock or kids) and long days at the office to family commitments, it’s hard to get everything done.You’re constantly wishing for more hours in the day, but...
Here are some ideas you can put together once a week for snacks, plus meals to bring to work, the gym or the barn to increase your energy from the inside. For more tips on increasing your barn energy,...
I grew up riding horses. I was the fearless girl that would do an "emergency dismount” from a running horse. I had complete trust in the powerful animals.
Nine years ago, I began my search for my next barrel...
