It’s the end of a busy horse show day, and you’re worn out. The horses are loaded, your gear is packed, and you just want to head for home. Unfortunately, the parking lot that was wide open when you...
Welcome to Barn Banter, the official podcast of Horse Illustrated. In Barn Banter episode 16, hosts Susan Friedland and Raquel Lynn discuss saddle fitting and an important announcement from Raquel. Then, they chat with Ifa Simmonds, a certified fitness performance...
“Well, that’s right in the joint,” I said to no one in particular, and sighed in frustration as I pulled my sterilized instrument free from the wound on the big mare’s hind leg. My assistant, Kelly, looked at me...
Dutch Warmbloods, or as their registry in The Netherlands is known, Koninklijk Warmbloed Paardenstamboek Nederland (KWPN), boast high performance in dressage, jumping and in harness. Riders looking to make it to the Olympic levels or gather up blue ribbons...
Even in the 21st century, some people still make a living “cowboying" — or working as freelance cowboys.Among these independent individuals—male and female—is an entrepreneurial group known as “day workers.” Instead of working at just one operation, they hire...
It’s no secret that prices are going up, up, up! Understandably, equestrians are watching every dollar so they can continue taking great care of their horses amid inflation.Instead of cruising along on autopilot, take a minute to walk through...
Growing horses have some special nutritional needs. Find out what to feed from foaling to age 2 for optimal young horse nutrition.Whether you’re waiting for your broodmare to deliver or you’ve purchased a young horse, nutrition plays a vital...
A crucial part of preparing your horse for your goals is to keep in mind that he is an athlete. Each training session is a part of the process of gaining fitness, experience, and skills that will help the...
"The more butts in saddles, the more horses we can save," is the motto of Enchantment Equitreks, a mother/daughter-run riding adventure business nestled in the mountains of Edgewood, N.M., 40 minutes east of Albuquerque and an hour south of...
Imagine finding yourself in some type of financial trouble to the point that you were considering relinquishing your horse because you feel that you are no longer able to afford his care, or your horse experiences a veterinary emergency...
