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Horse People

The horse industry is full of stories about interesting horse people from various disciplines, breeds, and styles of riding. Read their stories in Horse Illustrated and Young Rider magazines. See how others triumphed over a challenging riding or training situation, interesting feats riders have accomplished, and how others have overcome the odds for a big win at an equestrian competition. Learn how some have spent their lives helping horses and/or riders, either through rescues, therapeutic riding programs, or through charities that they are passionate about. Find inspiration and connection from the lives of other passionate horse people, including horse owners, riders, and those who love horses.

How Horses Helped Two Boys with ADHD

During the height of the pandemic and racial tension around the U.S., two boys struggling with ADHD found healing through…

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How Horses Helped a Law Student

On July 4, 2016, law student Leah McKeever went to the barn for a special project. She and her mom,…

1 month ago

Equine Guidance: The Horse as Healer

Learn about Equine Guidance, a unique equine therapy program that provides a special form of healing. Having several therapists over…

3 months ago

Meet Chanel Rhodes of Mane Tresses

Chanel Rhodes is a first-generation equestrian in her family. Growing up in the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles, Rhodes…

4 months ago

2024 Paris Olympics: Q&A with Adrienne Lyle of the U.S. Olympic Dressage Team

Making her third Olympic appearance for the U.S. Olympic Dressage Team, Adrienne Lyle will arrive in Paris with two new…

5 months ago

Meet Athenian Lady: 2024 BreyerFest Celebration Horse

When her father’s military career took Amanda Delgado’s family to Japan when she was in high school, her beloved horses…

5 months ago

Cantering Through Cancer

Ashley Anderson, 34, began riding at age 5. She begged her parents to sign her up for riding lessons, and…

5 months ago

Adults Who Ride Ponies

There’s more to love when it comes to riding less, at least for these four adults who ride ponies. When…

6 months ago

A Q&A with Mark Bolender

Mark Bolender is a busy guy… Mark and his wife, Lee, owners of Bolender Horse Park, are the founders of…

7 months ago

Eques Pante: Ingenius Equestrian Underwear

For beauty expert Jessica Andrews, equestrian underwear designed to flatter, fit and offer comfort to women in the saddle just…

7 months ago