If you plan to compete, you’ll want your horse at his cleanest and shiniest. It’s a sign of respect to the judge that you’ve taken the time to groom and prepare your horse. When planning your show prep timeline,...
Horsemanship tops today showcase crystals only on collars, shoulders, yoking and arms rather than on the bodice. Photo courtesy CaBluCompeting with your horse in front of the judges requires a delicate balance between fitting in and standing out. You...
A reporter from Makedonia TV in Greece was upstaged by a hammy bay horse who was not content to just be part of the scenery. According to The Daily Mail, the reporter was there to talk about dressage, but...
Trends in the hunter and jumper rings can take decades to change, which is great news for riders who want to stay current on a limited budget. Currently, color is one trend sweeping the show arenas, as are light,...
When it comes to bringing a horse to his first show, even the most experienced competitors can get a bit rattled. But according to horse show judge Jennifer Moshier, making that first experience a good one can determine how...
You’ve made it to the horse show! Now with the drive behind you, you can focus on the show at hand. But wait—there’s still a lot to do before you ride through the gate for that first class—there are...
PVF Peace of Mind is a force to be reckoned with in the sport of combined driving. With her owner/driver, Suzy Stafford, the 9-year-old Morgan mare known as Hunny has been at the top of the sport nationally. She...
YouTube user Rob’s Iceland Trip uploaded a simple-yet-fantastic video last week that has us booking our trip to Iceland. Rob (presumably) is standing in the middle of a field when a herd of curious horses surrounds him to check...
Give me strength to guide my horse.
Make my hands soft and my head clear.
Let my horse understand me, and I her.
So begins "A Rider's Prayer," a piece of writing whose original author is unknown, but with a...
Even the kindest horses don't typically part with their food, much less deliberately give it away. That makes the handsome bay in today's featured video that much more exceptional.This video circulated the internet a couple of years ago and...
