English and western riders may have their differences, but good horsemanship is good horsemanship, regardless of what kind of tack you use. In this vintage clip (and we know it's vintage because of those outdated hunt caps), American eventing...
When Anna Roberts was nine years old, she went to the racetrack in New Orleans and was amazed to see Hall of Fame jockey Julie Krone leaping into the saddle. It was the first time Anna realized that women...
• History of Parasite ControlReading Assignment: Take a look at some of the parasite control methods of the past and how they brought us to today's deworming regimens.Quiz:Test your knowledge of the history of parasite control. Back to class schedule...
In this installment of "Two Minutes with Tab," Certified Journeyman Farrier Tab Pigg discusses basic hoof care and shows a trim on a barefoot hoof. He explains what he is doing and why as well as the ultimate goal...
The New Year is a time when we set goals and resolutions. For 2013, we recommend challenging yourself and your horse to learn a new skill. How about the piaffe? It's easy with this simple technique from the clever...
My schoolie, Dreamer, shown here in sunnier times. Photo: Leslie PotterSo, how'd the end of the world go in your neck of the woods? Pretty low-key? Here in central Kentucky we had rain, sleet, snow and severe wind, and...
Looking for a festive way to help your horse celebrate the holidays? In this video, we see hungry horses Ember and Adonis enthusiastically devour a gingerbread house. Not only do they seem to enjoy it, but there's one less...
"Why are you blindfolding your horse?" your friend asks as you adjust your horse's fly mask.
"Oh my gosh, are that horse's legs broken?" your boyfriend wonders, staring at a horse in standing wraps.
"Why are you dressed like a sparkly...
Before you head out for a long day of trail riding, make sure your tack is properly adjusted. Improperly fitting tack can lead to sores that keep your horse out of work for weeks, and tack that is weak...
