The American Saddlebred stands out among all horse breeds that originated in the United States. While Saddlebreds are most often associated with the high-stepping show horses in saddle seat classes, their athleticism translates well to the sport disciplines, and...
misThe reins sting your hands as your horse’s head dives like a falling rock for the tall mound of grass. One second ago, you were on a quiet ride through a pretty meadow. Now you’re mad, and pulling hard...
Before you head out to the barn for those long summer rides, make sure your horse is in tip-top health and care for all the fun you have planned.
Skin Care
The first tip for summer horse care is just like...
Are you working toward goals in competitive dressage? Or do you enjoy the sport as part of a well-rounded riding routine? Either way, this week we've compiled some listings from MyRightHorse.org of horses in an adoption drive who have...
When horses are no longer able to carry people, they need people to carry them. That's the message behind Days End Farm Horse Rescue's heart wrenching Letters from H video and campaign through an adoption drive for companion horses.Companion...
Some plants can be quite toxic to horses, so it’s important to watch out for them in pastures and hay. While the complete list of poisonous plants is extensive, here are some common plants that are toxic and may...
This week, we have a couple of wonderful off-track Thoroughbreds or OTTBs from New Vocations Medina, Ohio, facility who are seeking their next adventures through this adoption drive. One is a former steeplechaser who could transition his training to...
Ulcers are very common in horses, affecting horses in all disciplines--including pleasure/trail riding horses--with the highest prevalence among racehorses.
There are two types of equine gastric ulcer syndrome: the more common equine squamous gastric disease (ESGD), which affects...
Dietary management for equine ulcers has an important impact on equine squamous gastric disease (ESGD), although it has little effect on equine glandular gastric disease (EGGD). (For more information on the distinction between these two forms of equine gastric...
Adoptable horses come in all breeds, types, and with a wide variety of experience levels. If you're looking for a competitive partner to join you on your equestrian journey, maybe one of this week's featured horses on this adoption...
