
EquiFest of Kansas 2026 Features an Exciting New Lineup, Cultural Showcases, and More
January 6, 2026
EquiFest of Kansas 2026 returns with its most dynamic and culturally rich program to date, featuring brand-new entertainment, elite competitions, and special guests from across the Western, Native American, and Hispanic horse communities. From January 23-25, 2026 in Topeka, Kan., EquiFest of Kansas will delight horse lovers and Western lifestyle...

Winter Feeding Tips for Senior Horses
December 18, 2025
Horse Illustrated editor in chief Holly Caccamise recently sat down with Karen Davison, Ph.D., director of equine technical sales for Purina Animal Nutrition, to chat about the changing nutritional needs of older horses and how technology has advanced as far as the feed formulations available today. Holly Caccamise: We’re starting to really...

Thrush Season Is Upon Us.
November 26, 2025
As horse owners, you know it’s time for that stinky, white crumbly grossness that comes with thrush – and even better, the hard-to-clean mess you make on yourself and in your barn with the typical treatment methods. Except, what if we told you that there’s a new smarter, mess-free method...

Team approach to joint health
October 6, 2025
From veterinarians to trainers to farriers, everyone in your stable of people helps make the ride more enjoyable—and longer-lasting. Imagine a dream team. A group of people who always support you and your horse. It likely includes fellow riders who celebrate and commiserate with you. A trainer may be on...

Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show Set to Celebrate 71st Year in 2026
September 1, 2025
For a breed that originated in the desert, perhaps there is no better setting for the world’s largest Arabian horse show than the desert itself. Each year, the Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show in Arizona sees nearly 2,000 purebred and half-Arabian horses from all over the world gather for the breed’s...

Be Your Horse’s Joint Health Champion
April 9, 2025
Equine arthritis can affect horses of all disciplines and ages, and early intervention is crucial for maintaining comfort and performance. Your ability to recognize subtle changes and collaborate with your veterinarian makes you your horse’s most important joint health advocate. No one knows your horse better than you. The bond...

Practical Horse Care: Four Must-Have Products for Every Equine Owner
March 1, 2025
Horse ownership comes with incredible rewards: the thrill of a pleasure ride, the camaraderie of competition, and the deep bond formed with a beloved companion. But alongside these joys comes the never-ending responsibility of care. From daily maintenance to urgent first aid, having the right products on hand can make...

EquiFest of Kansas: A Must-See Event for Horse Lovers
February 3, 2025
If you love horses, EquiFest of Kansas is the place to be! As the largest equine expo in the state, this annual event—now in its 28th year—brings top-tier shopping, delicious food trucks, world-renowned clinicians, and thrilling competitions to Salina, Kansas from March 21-23. Exciting New Additions This year, EquiFest is...

Team Approach to Joint Health
February 1, 2025
From veterinarians to trainers to farriers, everyone in your stable of people helps make the ride more enjoyable—and longer-lasting. Imagine a dream team. A group of people who always support you and your horse. It likely includes fellow riders who celebrate and commiserate with you. A trainer may be on...

Waste: ReImagined – ZahnTech Repurposes Waste for a Permanent Fencing Solution
December 13, 2024
LENNOX, S.D. — Every great innovation begins with a moment of clarity, and for ZahnTech’s founder, Avery Zahn, it came in the most unexpected way. As Avery looked out his window one afternoon, he watched his horse stubbornly push against a corral built with railroad tie fences. Frustrated by their...