When it comes to equestrian competition, team penning has it all. It requires speed, precision and teamwork between a group of riders and their horses. If you don't have access to a herd of cattle to give this sport...
It doesn’t matter if you show in reining, horsemanship, or equitation, or simply enjoy a nice ride in the field. No matter what your niche is, you probably ask your horse to ride circles.Done correctly, circles have countless benefits....
Examine the hitch, chains, and electrical connections.The condition and air pressure of all tires--including the spare--should be checked.
Look for weak spots in the trailer floor, whether it's aluminum or wood.Before purchasing a new trailer or embarking...
A professional body clipper since 1997, Dana Boyd-Miller is most famous for her spectacular clipping designs and patterns.
"I use stencils made of either thin cardboard, such as manila folders or cereal boxes, or mylar plastic from the craft store...
Last night, my operating plan for the evening to get home in time to catch the season premiere of Parks and Recreation. But when I got back to my car after my riding lesson, I had an intriguing text...
This video has made the rounds a few times, so there's a good chance you've seen it before. But it's worth watching again.Here's Dylan Philipps, future Olympian, and her noble steed, Rusty, performing their Intro Level dressage test.
This week's featured video is short and sweet, but it is also a cautionary tale. Who amongs us has not enjoyed the interactions between a barn cat and a longe whip? You can entertain your feline friend--and by extension,...
My beloved schoolie, Dreamer, is as honest as they come. He goes wherever I point him. He'll jump out of whatever terrible spot I put him in. He's just an all-around good guy. But he isn't super-motivated to move...
By now you've probably heard of western dressage or its cousin, Cowboy Dressage. The hybrid sport that brings together the precise discipline of traditional dressage with the cowboy stylings of western sports is relatively new and growing fast. It...
Horse-crazy kids are like sponges when it comes to learning about their favorite animal. They take every opportunity they can to absorb information about horse care and new equine facts. Summertime gives them a chance to focus on horses...
