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Time for a New Trainer?

 Back in the day, most riding instructors were about the same: Direct, not especially patient and generally not empathetic toward struggling students. These days though, instructors tend to specialize...
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Equestrian at the 2016 Rio Olympics

Show Jumping  Behind the Scenes at the Rio Olympic Games Part Three: Show Jumping August 30, 2016 - A look back at the conclusion of equestrian at the 2016 games, a...
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Horse-Themed Birthday Party Ideas for Kids

Do you have a horse-crazy kid in your life with a birthday fast approaching? We've searched the web for some of the most creative ideas to help you throw...
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Diary of a Pony: Show Time!

Welsh Ponyby Hanna V - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0July 21, 2016 Dear Diary, Big news! Big news! Yours truly is going to the annual WPS (Wonderful Pony Society) show! Of all...
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Relive Your 90s Horse Girl Years with Lisa Frank’s New Clothing Line

If you grew up in the 1980s or 1990s, you’ll immediately recognize the cartoony, rainbow-hued artwork of Lisa Frank. There’s a pretty good chance you owned a Trapper Keeper,...
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The Husband-Proof Horse

"Niiiiice horsie. Gooood horsie."Among seasoned equestrians, "husband-proof” refers to a horse that anybody’s spouse can ride safely, regardless of his horse-handling experience—or lack thereof. Generally, this kind of horse...