Q: Although my horse is normally very well-behaved, after a freak fall, I've found myself very afraid to ride. What can I do to overcome this fear?
A: Falling off a horse not only hurts, but it also often...
American Pharoah wins the 2015 Kentucky Derby
On June 6th, the world will watch with anticipation as American Pharoah seeks to win the Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park and become the first horse to sweep the Triple Crown since Affirmed...
If the speed and precision of pole bending has ever called to you, it’s time to give it a whirl. This fun, fast sport requires many of the foundation skills that will help your horse succeed in all his...
Cherrybrook Blue Suede Shoes, at Wind Fields Farm, didn’t seem to mind the attention of visitors.
There is a farm in off the beaten path in Virginia’s beautiful horse country that I have been driving past since I was about...
Q: I recently bought an off-track Thoroughbred, and he’s had time to let down as well as a saddle fitter and vet out to check him, and all is fine. He goes pretty well in one direction, but he...
Q: I do dressage with my very lazy, thick-skinned Friesian. He doesn’t respect my leg or whip. What can I do to get a better response?
A: There are classical training methods to address the situation you have with...
Being a horse person is almost synonymous with being a dog enthusiast. And being a horse-loving dog person means that it’s quite likely that you have a Welsh Corgi, have a friend with a Welsh Corgi, or just love...
Happy Friday, everyone! Here’s what’s been happening in the horse world this week.A Thoroughbred yearling was rescued from potential slaughter thanks to her name. New Found Glory was rescued with a donation from Chad...
Everyone wants a gorgeous tail in the show-ring. Once you get to the bigger stock-breed shows, tail extensions are common. Check with your association’s rules, however, before you spring for a tail extension. Arabians and Morgans, for example, must...
