While math problems on their own might lead to glassy-eyed stares from many young students (and adults), the horse world is full of everyday mathematics. A new website out of Canada, HorseLoversMath.com, aims to get more students—particularly girls—in 4th...
Edited Press Release
The heat can wreak havoc on your horse’s health. It can result in dehydration, lethargy and general malaise. Severe heat stress may result in diarrhea and even colic. With the official start of summer just around the...
Patriotic horse lovers can celebrate two of America's original breeds over the next two weeks at the National Appaloosa Show and World Championship Appaloosa Youth Show, and the American Paint Horse Association Youth World Championships. Both shows take place...
The helmet awareness campaign Riders4Helmets is holding its fourth annual International Helmet Awareness Day on Saturday, June 22. The event aims to educate all equestrians about the importance of wearing protective headgear for every ride, regardless of discipline. The...
With International Helmet Awareness Day coming up this Saturday, June 22, equestrians will be hearing a lot about the danger of head injuries. One of the biggest concerns—particularly for children—is concussions, and recent studies are shedding some light on...
Edited Press ReleaseThe American Youth Horse Council (AYHC) invites proposals for speakers at the 37th Annual AYHC Symposium, March 21-23, 2014 in Minneapolis, MN. This event presents an opportunity for adult and student leaders in the youth horse industry...
Have you ever found yourself feeling crooked on your horse's back a few minutes into your ride? Do you end up stomping down on one stirrup to try to correct a sliding saddle? Are you consistently asking your instructor,...
The American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) along with Tractor Supply Co. is offering grants for equestrian trail development and maintenance. The grant is part of the AQHA's Stewards for Trails, Education and Partnerships (STEP), a program designed to increase...
Now that summer is here, millions of people are planning their vacations to destinations around the world. Many travelers will be attracted to diversions that involve horses, such as carriage rides through cities or horseback rides on the beach....
For those outside the Tennessee Walking Horse industry, the exaggerated high, reaching step and stacked pads on the shoes of a performance Walker appear unnatural at best and abusive at worst. But for a core group of fans of...
