Human vs. Horse: How a Human Can Win (Even Though the Horse Usually Does)
In the 35 years this race has been going on, humans have outrun the horse twice. Photo via NPR’s Skunk Bear/YouTubeHave you ever run a marathon? I haven’t,...
How Do I Find the Right Distance to the Jump?
Practicing cantering in jumping position over ground poles is one way to help develop your eye for distances without wearing your horse out over jumps.Q: I ride a wonderful...
Happier Trails for You and Your Horse
Trail rides are supposed to be relaxing and enjoyable, but are your rides being ruined by barn sour behavior, spooking, jigging, or your horse’s insistence to always lead or...
Diary of a Pony: What I Spooked at This Week
October 27, 2015Dear Diary,Today I heard one of my humans say something strange. She was talking to her brother human, and she said, "Marey just spooked for no reason...
Caring for the Pasture Kept Horse
Most horse owners will agree that for our domesticated horses, grazing on pasture, moseying around and living in a herd is as close as it gets to life the...
The Near Side: This Week in Horses – October 16, 2015
Hello and happy Friday, everyone! Here’s what’s been happening in the horse world this week.A young rider in Michigan who is hospitalized for a...
