Unclear is Unkind: Approach Training from the Horse’s Perspective
By Julie Goodnight, May 31, 2022
How horses learn and how many people think they learn are often at odds. Julie Goodnight sheds light on how horses learn from every interaction with a person–for better or worse–in the latest episode of Ride on with Julie Goodnight. (JulieGoodnight.com/Podcast) “No one sets out to teach a horse to be difficult to handle, but …
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Top Hunter Rider, Trainer and USEF “R” Judge Keri Kampsen Joins Practical Horseman OnDemand
By Sandy Oliynyk, May 31, 2022
Top hunter rider, trainer and USEF “R” Judge Keri Kampsen joins Practical Horseman OnDemand in a new video series. Keri Kampsen is the owner and founder of Two Goals Farm, LLC based in Wellington, Florida, where she focuses on imports, sales and training clients. She began her riding career training with Paddy Downing-Nyegard, Don Stewart …
American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame Induction & Reunion Celebration
By Kyla Jones, May 31, 2022
Honoring Legends at the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame Induction & Reunion Celebration. The 2022 American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame Induction & Reunion Celebration returns to the American Quarter Horse Association and American Quarter Horse Foundation Headquarters in Amarillo, Texas. The celebration is slated for September 16 and 17. Through a multi-day celebration, …
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Creating a Sustainable Stable While Still Saving Money is the new Educational Blog Post on Certified Horsemanship Association Website
By Tammi Gainer, May 31, 2022
The Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) has a new educational blog post up about Creating a Sustainable Stable While Still Saving Money by Cheryl Rohnke Kronsberg. Visit here today to see this full post. This article goes into depth about ways a stable owner can save money and still provide sustainability to help the environment with …
What’s in a Whinny?
By Jackie Zions, May 31, 2022
When horses talk, we listen but how good are we at deciphering what they have to say? According to a recently published study (Nov 2021) by Dr. Katrina Merkies, researcher and associate professor at the University of Guelph, and her master student Haley Belliveau, we are faring well. Using an online survey, participants categorized 32 …
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National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame to Play Host to “Celebrating Sanctuary: Saratoga’s Thoroughbred Aftercare” and Greg Montgomery Travers Stakes Poster Unveiling June 18
By Brien Bouyea, May 31, 2022
The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame will play host to “Celebrating Sanctuary: Saratoga’s Thoroughbred Aftercare,” an event that will bring awareness to therapy horses and thoroughbred retirement on Saturday, June 18. The Museum will offer free admission from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and the day’s activities will feature the unveiling and …
A Parade of Champions with a Twist – Three Firsts Coming Up at Fairfield
By Lynn Coakley, May 31, 2022
The EQUUS Foundation will be showcasing adoptable equines at the Fairfield County Hunt Club June Horse Show in Westport, Connecticut on Thursday, June 23 at 4pm. “It will be a parade of champions with a twist,” said Valerie Angeli, EQUUS Foundation VP of Engagement. “Horses thrill us as athletes, but they are also amazing teachers, …
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Late U.S. Senator Joseph D. Tydings’ Family and Animal Wellness Action Call for Revisions Needed to Enact PAST Act
By Marty Irby, May 31, 2022
Last week, the U.S. House Committee on Energy and Commerce dove into debates about the treatment of horses in the United States when its Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce convened a hearing on the Prevent All Soring Tactics (PAST) Act, H.R. 5441, and other equine-related legislation. Animal Wellness Action (AWA), and the family of the late …
Equine Student Creates Positive ‘Ripples’
By Jackie Zions, May 30, 2022
One of the main goals of the Equine Studies Online program is for students to take what they’ve learned and apply it in the real world to create sustainable change. For current equine student Holly Gillman, this goal has already been achieved through her ongoing work with horse behaviour, a subject she pursued further after …
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Certified Horsemanship Association Driving Certification to be Held September 2022 in Idaho
By Tammi Gainer, May 27, 2022
The Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) is hosting a Driving Instructor/Driver Certification at Swiftsure Ranch Therapeutic Equestrian Center in Bellevue, Idaho September 19 – 23, 2022. This five‐day certification program is for driving instructors who teach group lessons in the camp or commercial driving school setting, and for recreational or commercial drivers. Certification includes single and …
Equine Network’s Horse Week Feature Wins at the AHP Equine Media Awards
By Dave Andrick, May 27, 2022
Two Horse Week videos received attention at the ceremony that recognizes excellence in equine media. Videos featured in Equine Network’s inaugural 2021 Horse Week brought to you by Boehringer Ingelheim took home a win and honorable mention at the AHP Equine Media Awards (EMA). First place in the Business Equine-Related Long Video category went to …
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Find a Horse’s Present Skills to Set the Right Training Goals for the Future
By Julie Goodnight, May 27, 2022
It’s hard to know where you’re going without knowing where you’ve been—and where you are right now—and nothing is more true when it comes to training horses. Julie Goodnight developed a revealing quiz to establish a horse’s current training level and make the right training plan from there. (JulieGoodnight.com/blog) “Think of a horse’s training level like …
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Certified Horsemanship Association and Interscholastic Equestrian Association are Partnering to Provide Speakers for the CHA International Conference in October in Tennessee
By Tammi Gainer, May 27, 2022
The Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) and Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) are partnering to provide educational speakers for the CHA International Conference that is scheduled for October 20 – 22 at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro just outside of Nashville. Speakers at this event include riding instructors, horse trainers, barn managers, veterinarians, equine behaviorists, farriers, …
Horse Slaughter and Soring Debate Continue with Congressional Hearing on PAST and SAFE Acts
By Marty Irby, May 26, 2022
Animal Wellness Leaders Submit More than 330 Pages of Testimony and Supplements in Support of Legislation to End Horse Slaughter and Stamp Out Intentional Injuring of Tennessee Walking Horses in Competition Today, the U.S. House Committee on Energy and Commerce dove into debates about the treatment of horses in the United States. The Energy and …
Horizon Structures Series Presents: Beat The Heat Strategies In Horse Barn Design
By Nikki Alvin Smith, May 26, 2022
Cold winter months may dampen the spirit with the arduous chores breaking ice, digging out from snowfall, and switching blankets on horses, but summer heat poses its own set of challenges. Hot, humid days with their sultry still air can cause horses and their human caregivers to become dehydrated and the impact of direct sunlight …
Horses and Humans Research Foundation (HHRF) Welcomes New Scientific Advisors
By Pebbles Turbeville, May 26, 2022
Horses and Humans Research Foundation is pleased to introduce our newest members to the scientific advisory council. Dr. Mary Acri received both her Master of Social Work and her PhD in clinical social work from New York University. She is currently a Research Associate Professor within the Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at New …
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3rd Annual Horse Lovers Summit on the Sea 2023
By Debi Metcalfe, May 25, 2022
Come sail away in New Orleans on the Carnival Valor for educational seminars, excursions, horse friends, and fun on January 28th, 2021, for five days. There are already over 20 staterooms booked on the ship with people who will be joining us. Marty Adams, Randi Thompson, Debi Metcalfe, and other speakers will be presenting programs …
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Animal Protection Groups Commend House Action on Priority Equine Protection Legislation to End Horse Slaughter and Soring
By Keith Dane, May 25, 2022
The Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society Legislative Fund commend the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce of the U.S. House of Representatives for holding a hearing on the Save America’s Forgotten Equines (SAFE) Act, H.R. 3355, and Prevent All Soring Tactics (PAST) Act, H.R. 5441, on Thursday, May 26. The subcommittee …
Fly Your Flag ~ Feature Articles Your Readers Will Remember
By Nikki Alvin-Smith, May 25, 2022
Avant Marketeer Nikki Alvin-Smith Offers Timely Insights For Your Marketing Delight Creative content makes good reading. Keep your subscribers and clientele engaged with colorful, canny advice and a wee bit of humor. Internationally published author Nikki Alvin-Smith invites publishers to take advantage of this Memorial Day Special: Buy Three Enjoy One Free Select any three …
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The Role of the Hind Gut in Laminitis
By Nancy Collins, May 25, 2022
Eleanor M. Kellon, VMD A lot of attention has been directed to bacterial endotoxins, MMP enzyme activators, and fructan or starch fermentation as factors in laminitis, but how much are they really involved? With laminitis, it is usually hormones, not the hind gut. In the “horse broke into the feed bin” scenario, too much starch …
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Congressional Hearing on Equine Protection Bills Set for Thursday May 26
By Marty Irby, May 25, 2022
Chairwoman Jan Schakowsky and Other House Committee Leaders to Focus Attention on Bills to End Horse Slaughter and Injuring Tennessee Walking Horses Competition On Thursday, the U.S. House Committee on Energy and Commerce announced it is going to dive into debates about the treatment of horses in the United States. The Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Consumer Commerce …
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Watch the 13th Annual Danny Dietz Memorial Classic Live Stream Sponsored by Equinety Exclusively on Roping.com
By Chelsea Shaffer, May 24, 2022
Don’t miss a minute of the action in the NRS Arena in Decatur, TX, this Memorial Day weekend. This year, live stream coverage of the 13th Annual Danny Dietz Memorial Classic is sponsored by Equinety and will be available on May 28 for FREE on Roping.com during the event. After the event, the archived footage …
Kentucky Horse Council Hosts June Dinner and Discussion: Overwhelmed by Insurance Options?
By Sarah Coleman, May 24, 2022
Learn how to Protect Your Horse, Your Stuff and Yourself Ever wondered if you really need insurance on your horse or if you need to tell your homeowner’s insurance about the two old ponies in the backyard? Do you need special coverage for your trailer and tack that live at a boarding barn? If you …
Why “Bute” Doesn’t Work with Endocrine-Related Laminitis
By Nancy Collins, May 24, 2022
Laminitis caused by high insulin is different from other types Eleanor M. Kellon, VMD Laminitis caused by high insulin is different from other types of laminitis. Both you and your veterinarian are anxious to relieve your horse’s pain when there is laminitis. The first thing reached for is usually phenylbutazone or another NSAID drug like …
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GGT-Footing™ Has Been Fabulously Busy in 2022!
By Cynthia Keating, May 23, 2022
The quantities of product going out the door in the first quarter have surpassed any other year for 14 years! Things are not slowing down anytime soon. Just to name a few installations this first half of 2022 Kentucky Horse Park Starting this year off was a refresh of several arenas at the Kentucky Horse …
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Katie Navarra Launches NEW Website
By Katie Navarra, May 23, 2022
“Let’s find your path forward,” says personal development and corporate leadership coach, Katie Navarra, and that path has never been clearer now that the award-winning journalist, author, and Equine Experiential Education Association (E3A) Level I Practitioner-trained coach has hung out a new and easy to remember digital shingle at katiethecoach.com. “This is not just another …
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Via Nova: Priority to Positive® Continues to Expand and Support
By Annie Callender, May 23, 2022
Student Trainers, Equine Media, Literacy, and more Via Nova was thrilled to sponsor the American Horse Publications (AHP) Annual Equine Media Conference in Lexington. We wholeheartedly agree with AHP Executive Director Chris Brune’s conference theme: Inspiration. From being a part of the educational opportunities to interacting with media from near and far, we were inspired. …
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Keeneland September Yearling Sale Graduate Early Voting Wins Preakness
By Amy Owens, May 22, 2022
Klaravich Stables’ Early Voting – purchased for $200,000 at Keeneland’s 2020 September Yearling Sale – led a sweep of September Sale graduates in the 147th running of the $1.5 million Preakness (G1) at Pimlico. Seven of the nine horses entered in the 1 3/16-mile race – including runner-up Epicenter and third-place finisher Creative Minister – …
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Horizon Structures Series Presents: Maintenance Tips Around The Horse Farm
By Nikki Alvin Smith, May 22, 2022
There is always something that needs doing maintenance wise on a horse farm and it is wise to get it done sooner rather than later. Broken fences, noxious weeds, nefarious critters causing damage, windy weather that wreaks havoc on the horse barn are common issues that require attention. Here’s a few tips on what to …
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2022 HHYF Summer Sponsor Support is Strong
By Ellen Taylor, May 22, 2022
As the Harness Horse Youth Foundation kicks off the summer of travel, harness racing education and fun on May 21 at the Van Wert County Fairgrounds, the results of the summer sponsorship solicitation are gratifying and strong. HHYF extends their appreciation to all those who contributed including: Industry Partnership Level Diamond Creek Farm Indiana Standardbred …
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Haygain Supports Cornerstone’s Remarkable Work for Those Who Serve
By Kim Miller, May 22, 2022
Memorial Day, Monday May 30, is all about honoring those who lost their lives while defending America. Loss of life is, of course, the ultimate sacrifice, but it’s not the only one. Injuries and post-traumatic stress disorder are among the afflictions affecting many who survive military service, including those who continue in active duty. Haygain …
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Equine Industry and Animal Welfare Organizations Announce Collaborative Effort to Ban Horse Slaughter
By Emily Weiss, May 18, 2022
In the midst of Triple Crown season, the “Final Stretch Alliance to End Horse Slaughter” issues a joint letter to congressional leaders, calling for passage of the SAFE Act to end the slaughter of American horses Today, a diverse group of equine industry and animal welfare organizations announced the “Final Stretch Alliance to End Horse …
National Sporting Library & Museum Celebrates 10 Years of the NSLM’s Museum with a Highly Anticipated Night of Dinner and Dancing!
By Cynthia Kurtz, May 18, 2022
The National Sporting Library & Museum (NSLM) is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the opening of the Museum with a gala to be held Thursday, June 2, 2022. The Honorary Gala Committee is being co-chaired by NSLM Board Vice Chair, Jacqueline B. Mars, and Jack S. “Jay” Griswold. Also serving on the Honorary Committee for …
Riding & Writing Features Stockhands Horses for Healing: An Interview with Tim Funk by Gina McKnight
By Gina McKnight, May 17, 2022
Gina McKnight, Monday Creek Publishing, author, freelance writer, equestrian, blogger, and poet invites readers to explore her international blog, Riding & Writing, about horses, writers, authors, books, cowboys, equestrians, photographers, artists, poets, poems, and more horses. Stockhands Horses for Healing: An Interview with Tim Funk – I was out of town several weeks ago and noticed a …
Late Donation = Bye, Bye Mustache For Dr. Pete Sheerin
By Ellen Taylor, May 17, 2022
Dr. Pete Sheerin, internationally renowned theriogenologist at Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital in Lexington, recently began a “fun”draiser to benefit HHYF. He offered to shave his head if $2000 was raised by his colleagues in support of HHYF’s mission of educating young people and their families about harness horses. “Standardbreds have always been a big …
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Seven Keeneland Sales Graduates Entered in Preakness
By Amy Owens, May 17, 2022
Keeneland sales produced seven horses who were entered today in Saturday’s 147th running of the $1.5 million Preakness (G1) at Pimlico, including 6-5 morning-line favorite Epicenter and 7-2 second choice Early Voting. Twenty-six Preakness winners, including 11 of the past 15, are graduates of Keeneland sales. They are the filly Swiss Skydiver (2020), War of …
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Racing Industry Partners Join with UK to Support Promising mRNA Biomarker Research Into Preventing Catastrophic Racehorse Injuries
By Holly Wiemers, May 17, 2022
Catastrophic injuries in Thoroughbred racehorses are a top concern for the industry and for its fans. Researchers at the University of Kentucky’s Gluck Equine Research Center share that sentiment and recently began a large study to validate previous research suggesting it is possible to detect specific markers that indicate an injury before it becomes career- or life-ending. …
Singer / Songwriter Templeton Thompson Teams Up With HandsOn Gloves
By Templeton Thompson, May 17, 2022
Singer / songwriter / ‘hippie chic cowgirl’ Templeton Thompson, who is enjoying tremendous response to her new album, Get Back Up, has teamed up with HandsOn Gloves for the promotion of her single, “Get Back Up” and its accompanying, forthcoming video. #1 Ranked, Multi-Award Winning, HandsOn Gloves are the Revolutionary All-In-One Shedding/Bathing/Grooming Gloves. Animal preferred …
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US Army Caisson Horses: Protecting an American Treasure
By Lynn Coakley, May 17, 2022
The CNN Story released on April 7, 2022 and written by Drew F. Lawrence and Katie Bo Lillis, reported on the deplorable conditions in which the Army’s Caisson horses were living, resulting in the death of two horses. The EQUUS Foundation sought the advice of the U.S. Army as to the requirements involved with making cash donations …
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Mosquitoes Undeterred by Drought – 4 Tips to Protect Your Horse
By Aimee Robinson, May 17, 2022
An entomologist and veterinarian discuss the unremitting mosquito While much of the Western half of the United States endures near historic drought levels, one might anticipate this year’s mosquito season to be a walk in the park. No Rain, No Problem for Mosquitoes “Just because we don’t have rain, doesn’t mean we don’t have mosquitoes,” …
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Horse Illustrated Magazine Recognized for Excellence at the 2022 AHP Equine Media Awards
By Holly Caccamise, May 17, 2022
Horse Illustrated magazine has a lot to be proud of after receiving multiple American Horse Publications (AHP) Equine Media Awards during the 2022 AHP Back to the Bluegrass Conference on Saturday, May 14, 2022, in Lexington, Ky. Awards included a first place for Horse Illustrated in the Service to the Horse Industry Single Article category. “It takes …
Boehringer Ingelheim and the Equine Network Collaborate on Equine Disease Information Dissemination
By Dave Andrick, May 17, 2022
A new program sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim and hosted by the Equine Network will distribute disease information from the EDCC throughout the industry. Boehringer Ingelheim and the Equine Network LLC are pleased to announce a three-year collaboration to support the Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC) and its goal of disseminating reliable, timely information about equine …
Nikki’s Notes: 5 Smart Tips For The Business Branding Business
By Nikki Alvin-Smith, May 15, 2022
Avant Marketeer Nikki Alvin-Smith Offers Timely Insights For Your Marketing Delight You’re invited! Step into my world as a PR/Marketing Specialist for a moment and garner 5 smart steps you can correct or implement straight away that will make a difference in your level of success in building a strong marketing strategy. Horse in a …
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USHJA Partners with We Ride Together as Sport Community Supporter
By Louise Taylor, May 15, 2022
The U.S. Hunter Jumper Association has partnered with We Ride Together, Inc., a nonprofit organization created early in 2021 to shine a light on the endemic issue of sexual abuse in youth sports, starting with equestrian sport and then broadening to every sport. Its mission is to make the youth and amateur sports environment safer …
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Dr. Billy Smith Named 2022 Equine Industry Vision Award Winner
By Jessica Normand, May 13, 2022
Award recognizes innovation, commitment and positive impact on the equine industry Zoetis, in partnership with American Horse Publications (AHP), presented the Equine Industry Vision Award to Dr. Billy Smith at the AHP Equine Media Conference in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Smith serves as the American Paint Horse Association (APHA) executive director and is celebrated as a …
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Premier Equestrian Is Named the Official Footing Advisor for Major League Show Jumping’s 2022 Season
By Heidi Zorn, May 11, 2022
Premier Equestrian is proud to announce their continued partnership with Major League Show Jumping (MLSJ) for the 2022 season. Premier Equestrian has been designated the Official Footing Advisor for the second year of MLSJ competition. “We’re thrilled to return as the Official Footing Advisor for the 2022 season of Major League Show Jumping,” said Mark …
Brooke USA Foundation Hosts Webinar with Rep. Don Beyer: An Update on the Ejiao Act
By Kendall Bierer, May 11, 2022
Brooke USA Foundation (Brooke USA) is delighted to announce its upcoming webinar with US Congressman Don Beyer (D-VA), sponsor of H.R. 5203 – the Ejiao Act. The webinar, taking place on Friday, May 20 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. EST, focuses on updating Brooke USA constituents and other friends on the status of the …
IHSA 2022 National Championship Horse Show Wrap-Up
By Kelly Francfort, May 11, 2022
Great Rides and Big Scores Abound on Day One of the 2022 IHSA National Championship Horse Show The 2022 Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association (IHSA) kicked off the National Championship Horse Show, held at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center in Harrisburg, with great rides and big scores. The first class of the day …
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Eight New Members Elected to the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame
By Brien Bouyea, May 11, 2022
Eight new members have been elected to the National Museum of of Fame. The class of 2022 is comprised of the racehorses Beholder (KY) and Tepin (KY) in the contemporary category, both chosen in their first year of eligibility; racehorses Hillsdale (IN) and Royal Heroine (IRE) and trainer Oscar White via the Historic Review Committee; …
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Nominations Open for Horse&Rider’s Trainer of the Year
By Nicole Chirico, May 11, 2022
Horse&Rider is pleased to announce the first ever Horse&Rider Trainer of the Year Program. The program is an opportunity to highlight and celebrate a horse trainer who exemplifies what it means to be a good steward of the equine industry. Whether your horse trainer has helped you master a maneuver in the ranch riding, created …
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Nominations Open for Practical Horseman’s Trainer of the Year
By Sandy Oliynyk, May 11, 2022
Practical Horseman is pleased to announce the first ever Practical Horseman Trainer of the Year Program. Practical Horseman wants to honor the unsung heroes of our sport—trainers who work tirelessly to improve the education of both riders and horses. Individuals can nominate a trainer that aims for excellence in the disciplines of hunters, jumpers, eventing or …
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NRCHA Celebrates Finalist Recognition for Media at American Horse Publications Conference
By Anna Morrison, May 11, 2022
The National Reined Cow Horse Association (NRCHA) is gearing up to attend the American Horse Publications annual conference and Equine Media Awards May 12 through 14 in Lexington, Kentucky, where the association is up for three awards. The American Horse Publications Equine Media Awards recognize excellence in print, digital and video media, with entry categories …
Fairfield June Show Welcomes Back the EQUUS Foundation
By Lynn Coakley, May 9, 2022
View releases online here The EQUUS Foundation will be renewing its association with the Fairfield County Hunt Club June Horse Show, June 21-25, 2022, with the opportunity for donors to sponsor horse show classes. New for 2022, Fairfield Equine Associates will be hosting the Welcome Reception on Thursday, June 23, from 4pm to 6pm, on …
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Horses and Humans Research Foundation (HHRF) Invites You to Attend A Free Webinar in May
By Pebbles Turbeville, May 5, 2022
Trauma Focused EAS Fireside Chat (Part 2) Horses and Humans Research Foundation invites you to participate in a free webinar on May 25,2022 at 7:00pm (EST). Horses and Humans Research Foundation’s (HHRF) most watched webinar to date, Trauma Focused EAS Fireside Chat, has a sequel!! Join us for a free webinar on May 25, 2022 …
Free Webinar: What You Need to Know about Equestrian Facility Design
By Elisabeth McMillan, May 5, 2022
It’s a topic that can make your head spin with the large variety of options, decisions and mounting costs. On May 16, 2022, EquestrianProfessional.com will continue its popular horse business seminar series with What You Need to Know About Equestrian Facility Design. Event: What You Need to Know about Equestrian Facility Design Date: May 16, 2022 Time: 11:00 am Pacific, …
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Attention Owners of Cushing’s Horses Diagnosed by TRH Response Test
By Nancy Collins, May 5, 2022
Eleanor M. Kellon, VMD Some horses with Cushing’s/PPID have normal levels of the hormone ACTH but test positive with a TRH stimulation test. How can you monitor their response to medication when ACTH is normal to start with? Testing adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) levels is the usual way Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID) is diagnosed, but it’s …
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Horizon Structures Series Presents: Horse Barn Landscaping ~ The Top 7 Do’s and Don’ts
By Nikki Alvin Smith, May 4, 2022
Many horse property owners love the idea of landscaping around their horse barn but don’t know where to start. There are plenty of resources available as to what plants/trees/flowers you should select, what to avoid as they may be toxic to horses, and how to lay out a garden for textural interest, seasonal appeal and …
Equinety Announces Launch of New Blog
By John Dowdy, May 4, 2022
Equinety is pleased to share the launch of its new monthly blog, Equinety Edge, which debuted on April 15, 2022. Equinety Edge will discuss industry-centric topics including nutrition, supplementation, performance and horse-themed human-interest stories. We invite you to join us each month as we get to know and learn from some of our industry’s standout …
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Palm Equestrian Academy Bids a Fond Farewell to Fox Grove Farm
By Lynn Palm, May 4, 2022
In 1997, Cyril and Lynn Pittion-Rossillon along with Walter and Heidi Burkhalter had a vision for the future development of Fox Grove Farm in Ocala, FL. Fast forward 25 years and every dream, wish, goal and then some, has been realized. Fox Grove Farm became a place where passions for horses and riding were ignited, …
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TRFAM Draws Cowboys to Las Vegas During Inaugural $25,000 Cowboy Invitational Presented by XIT Ranch
By Amanda Brumley, May 4, 2022
The Run For A Million (TRFAM) may be reining’s richest event, but after the success of last year’s $150,000 Cow Horse Challenge, held during TRFAM, it’s clear fans want to see even more of the Western way of life. This year, TRFAM will host the $25,000 Cowboy Invitational, allowing cowboys from some of the country’s …
“A Decade Afield” Celebrating 10 Years of the NSLM’s Museum
By Cynthia Kurtz, May 4, 2022
The National Sporting Library & Museum (NSLM) is celebrating a milestone anniversary with a retrospective exhibition opening June 3, 2022. A Decade Afield: Celebrating 10 Years of the NSLM’s Museum, will feature highlights from the Museum’s collection of fine art through a journey of thematic sections, including “The Start” showcasing the early collection, “Setting the …
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Katie The Coach© NEW White Paper: Five Ways to Be the Leader People Follow in a Virtual/Hybrid World
By Katie Navarra, May 3, 2022
“Changing the dynamic in the workplace and becoming the leader your people want has never been more important,” says personal development and corporate leadership coach Katie Navarra Bradley, of the upstate New York-based, Katie The Coach©, citing the McKinsey 2021 Annual Women in the Workplace study that reveals 42% of women and 35% of men …
Back on Track® Attends Land Rover 2022
By Beverly Graber, May 3, 2022
Back on Track® was thrilled to join the tens of thousands of fans, hundreds of vendors and of course the magnificent horse and rider teams as Land Rover Kentucky 3-Day Event (LRK3DE) returned in full force for the first time since 2019. LRK3DE was Back on Track’s first public event since the company’s restructuring in …
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IEA Ends 20th Anniversary Season With Record-Number National Finals
By Myron Leff, May 3, 2022
The Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) completed their 20th Anniversary season on April 28 – May 1, 2022 with a combined 4-day National Finals competition at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Over 750 of the nation’s leading middle school and high school equestrian athletes (in grades 4-12) representing 242 different …
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Montana Center for Horsemanship Confirms Lineup of Presenters for “The Natural Horsemanship Revolution” Conference & Film Festival
By Janet Rose, May 3, 2022
Natural Horsemanship and the expanding “Revolution” in understanding and knowledge of the horse-human relationship, will be in full force at the Montana Center for Horsemanship September 8-10. The international conference has confirmed a dynamic lineup of the world’s leading natural horsemanship trainers, teachers, advocates and ambassadors as well as scientists and researchers leading the way …
Roping.com Launches New Training Video Series with World Champion Team Roper Wesley Thorp, Standout Heeler Hunter Koch and 2019 NFR Average Champion Cody Snow
By Chelsea Shaffer, May 2, 2022
Roping.com continues to bring the best competitors and teachers in the world together by adding World Champion team roper Wesley Thorp, standout young heeler Hunter Koch and 2019 NFR Average Champion Cody Snow to the training video site. Wesley Thorp is a World Champion heeler from Throckmorton, Texas. With more than $1 million in career …
Horse&Rider OnDemand+ Launches New Training Video Series with World Champion Western Dressage Trainer Tim Christensen
By Nicole Chirico, May 2, 2022
Horse&Rider OnDemand+ is expanding their robust horse training video library to include Western dressage with the launch of a new series featuring world champion and United States Equestrian Federation Horse of the Year award-winning Western dressage trainer Tim Christensen. Christensen grew up in Caledonia, Michigan, and started with horses in the Kent County 4-H program. …
Keeneland Sales and Racing Produce Favorites for Kentucky Derby in Zandon and Kentucky Oaks in Nest
By Amy Owens, May 2, 2022
Two horses who sold at Keeneland’s 2020 September Yearling Sale and won prestigious races during the recently concluded Spring Meet – Toyota Blue Grass (G1) winner Zandon and Central Bank Ashland (G1) winner Nest – are the respective morning-line favorites for 148th running of the $3 million Kentucky Derby (G1) Presented by Woodford Reserve on …
Acclaimed Communicator Reopens Kate B Creative
By Kate Bradley Byars, May 1, 2022
Seasoned equine journalist and communicator Kate Bradley Byars has rejoined the freelance creative world in 2022. Byars, an award-winning writer and photographer through American Horse Publications, is accepting freelance assignments through Kate B Creative, where she provides writing, photography and branding services. “After spending time focusing on reined cow horse communications, I’m eager to jump …
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Media Alert: Apply For Credentials For IHSA National Championship Horse Show
By Kelly Francfort, May 1, 2022
The Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association (IHSA) is excited to announce that competition has resumed to normal levels of participation, with more than regular season shows completed so far this academic year. The IHSA National Championship Horse Show is returning after a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19. The much-missed championship event will be held at the …
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NCHA Hires Sam Rose as Director of Judges
By Jess Gryder, May 1, 2022
The National Cutting Horse Association (NCHA) is excited to share the hiring of Sam Rose of Gainesville, Texas, as the NCHA Director of Judges. Rose has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to judging horses with certifications in the American Quarter Horse Association and National Reined Cow Horse Association in addition to holding his …
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The Animal Wellness Podcast: Jockey Chris McCarron Talks Kentucky Derby and Horse Protection
By Marty Irby, April 30, 2022
When Animal Wellness Action opened shop we committed to making federal legislation that would end doping in American horse racing one of our top priorities. For me, it was the top priority, and it has been ever since. At the time the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act was first introduced, we felt it stood the …
Keeneland Concludes Spring Racing Season with Record Wagering
By Amy Owens, April 30, 2022
Keeneland successfully closed its 2022 Spring Meet on Friday with all-sources handle topping $219 million to establish an all-time wagering record for the historic Thoroughbred track. Fans at Keeneland and across the country enjoyed an exceptionally strong racing season with record average daily purses of $1.147 million attracting the nation’s top horses and jockeys and …
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First in California Mountain Trail Course at Monty Roberts’ Farm
By Debbie Loucks, April 30, 2022
World-renowned Mark Bolender of Bolender Horse Park and the Bolender Method™ has built an International Mountain Trail Challenge Association (IMTCA) certified mountain trail course at Monty Roberts’ Flag Is Up Farms, the first IMTCA-approved course in the state of California. “It was an honor to meet the Roberts’ family and to design and build an IMTCA mountain trail course for them,” shares Lee Bolender, Mark’s wife …
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A Playground for Horses & People Too
By Debbie Loucks, April 30, 2022
The Central Coast of California has all the natural attributes that draw in the novice and the professional horsepersons alike. Its rolling hills with rows of wine grapes and ancient oaks is a place where settlers, visitors, and even their horses can have it all! Monty Roberts built his famous Thoroughbred farm here in 1966 …
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Registration is Open for Winning Ways with Western Dressage Inaugural Event June 11-14, 2022
By Lynn Palm, April 30, 2022
Palm Equestrian Academy’s latest venture combines the expertise of Lynn Palm as an AQHA Judge, USEF Western Dressage R Judge, World Champion Competitor and international clinician and Marie-Frances Davis, AQHA Show Manager, WDAA World Champion and Horse of the Year Champion, the two bring a unique set of skills to the Winning Ways Showing and …
Palm Equestrian Academy’s Cyril Pittion-Rossillon Kicks Off Northeast Teaching Tour
By Lynn Palm, April 30, 2022
Cyril Pittion-Rossillon hails from Paris, France, where he graduated from the French National Equestrian School. His background and 30+ years of experience bring unique skills to his teaching and coaching at Palm Equestrian Academy and his Regional Teaching Tours. Cyril has an impressive background as a competitor in France and the US as well as extensive …
McClain, Fitzpatrick, and Salazar Applauded by Veterans and Animal Groups for Introduction of Veterans for Mustangs Act
By Marty Irby, April 30, 2022
On Thursday, U.S. Reps. Lisa McClain, R-MI, Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., and Maria Salazar, R-Fla. introduced the Veterans for Mustangs Act (VMA), that would amend the 1971 Wild and Free Roaming Horses and Burros Act to help better protect American wild horses and burros on federal lands and provide avenues for healing American veterans with post-traumatic …
Equine Network Announces Horse Week® Win to Watch Contest Brought to You by Boehringer Ingelheim
By Dave Andrick, April 29, 2022
Contest Offers Viewers a Chance to Win Horse Week Watch Parties and More Prizes Equine Network LLC is excited to announce the Horse Week® Win to Watch Party Contest. Held in conjunction with Horse Week, brought to you by Boehringer Ingelheim, October 9-15, the Win to Watch Party Contest is an opportunity for viewers to …
2022 Horse Stars Hall of Fame Inductees Announced Including the First Mule
By Lynn Coakley, April 29, 2022
The Horse Stars Hall of Fame honors the contributions of amazing horses by sharing the stories of their athletic and humanitarian feats. It was established by the EQUUS Foundation and the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) in 2013 to celebrate the extraordinary talent of horses and their magical and powerful bond with people. The USEF inducts the …
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AHC 2022 Award Winners Announced
By Julie Broadway, April 29, 2022
The American Horse Council (AHC) will honor the equine industry’s brightest leaders at its annual meeting and national issues forum June 7, 2022, at its conference in Washington DC with the presentation of the Van Ness Award, the Hickey Award and the Rolapp Award. The Van Ness Award is named in honor of the late …
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Shearin’ Dr. Sheerin
By Ellen Taylor, April 29, 2022
Who says sheep are the only critters getting sheared each spring? We’ll be “shearin’ Dr. Sheerin” as part of an HHYF “fun”draiser live on Facebook! If HHYF can hit our donation goal by May 16th, Dr. Pete Sheerin of Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital will shave his head live on the HHYF Facebook page for all to …
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Horizon Structures Series Presents: Bring Heritage Home With Traditional Board and Batten Siding
By Nikki Alvin Smith, April 28, 2022
The advent of the sawmill in the 1830’s changed how homes and barns were built and sided forever. The common and garden ‘barn siding’, board and batten, has seen a huge increase in popularity in the home market in the past few years, with its rural appeal and legacy look. Board and batten traditionally consisted …
Certified Horsemanship Association Has a New Blog Posted on Tools and Tips to Identify Subtle Signs of Pain in Lesson Horses
By Tammi Gainer, April 28, 2022
The Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) has a new blog posted – Tools and Tips to Identify Subtle Signs of Pain in Lesson Horses. This blog has online tools available to use to determine possible pain in your horses including the Lameness Grading Scale from the American Association of Equine Practitioners, The Equine Pain and Welfare …
Justin Boots National Sales Manager Teaches the Art of Selling on How to Market Your Horse Business Podcast
By Denise Alvarez, April 28, 2022
How do you feel when it comes to selling? Do you get nervous or shy, or maybe completely freeze up and forget all the great things you were going to say? Or, when it comes to selling on social, perhaps you just avoid it. The good news is if you want to build an equine …
Barbara Ellin Fox from The Riding Instructor is a Guest on Horsemanship Radio
By Barbara Ellin Fox, April 28, 2022
On April 25, Barbara was happy to be a guest of Monty Roberts’ daughter and host of Horsemanship Radio, Debbie Loucks. They discussed starting beginners in horsemanship, Barbara’s wild horse Reno’s Legacy, second careers for retired racehorses, and Barbara’s second career as an author. Please listen to the show here, or go to your favorite …
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Webinars on How to Work on the ShareFile Platform, Create Fillable PDFs and Level Up in CHA by Certified Horsemanship Association
By Tammi Gainer, April 28, 2022
The Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) features Ann Streett-Joslin on how to use Sharefile and create fillable PDF forms for your equine business. Ann does editing, layout, file organization, and user support of CHA’s hundreds of documents. Ann has been active with horses and the horse industry for more than 55 years, from the show-ring, to …
Catie Staszak is the Freelance Remuda Podcast’s Latest Guest Interview
By Kate Bradley Byars, April 28, 2022
The Freelance Remuda recently launched the next episode in its multi-year running podcast, titled Episode 39: Talking with Catie Staszak. Staszak is an announcer, color commentator and writer; and she joined co-hosts Abigail Boatwright and Kate Bradley Byars to discuss her career and boutique media agency. The Freelance Remuda Podcast is produced for freelance professionals …
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Pony Club to Have a Big Presence at the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event
By Sarah Conrad, April 27, 2022
The United States Pony Club, Inc (USPC) will have a large presence at the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event, which kicks off on Thursday, April 28, and runs through Sunday, May 1, at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Ky. Pony Club serves as a sponsor of the event and also offers several exclusive opportunities …
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Get a Shovel: How to Find—and Fill—the Holes in a Horse’s Training
By Julie Goodnight, April 27, 2022
Nearly every horse has some inevitable gaps in their training—steps skipped along the way—and many training issues that pop up later on are rooted in these holes. Julie Goodnight shares her insight on how to find the holes in a horse’s training, and where to go from there in the latest episode of Ride On …
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Roping.com Launches New Training Video Series with World Champion Team Roper Jeremy Buhler and Leading Futurity Trainer Rhen Richard
By Chelsea Shaffer, April 26, 2022
Roping.com continues to bring the best competitors and teachers in the world together by adding leading futurity trainer and NFR header Rhen Richard and World Champion Team Roping Heeler Jeremy Buhler to the site. Richard grew up riding and roping on his family’s ranch in Roosevelt, Utah, and has since gone on to accumulate more …
Experiencing the Power of Horses Through Volunteerism
By Lynn Coakley, April 26, 2022
America’s horses need our protection. Tens of thousands of horses need a lifeline when their owners cannot, or no longer, wish to care for them. The EQUUS Foundation is dedicated to finding homes for at-risk horses and horses in transition, providing a safety net for owners enduring hardship to keep their horses, providing a safe …
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For the Insatiable Students of the Horse: Julie Goodnight Hosts 2nd Annual Horsemanship Immersion Clinic at C Lazy U Ranch
By Julie Goodnight, April 26, 2022
Julie Goodnight invites you to join her on a dream “getaway” you won’t soon forget–five full days to ride, relax and be a student of the horse in her Horsemanship Immersion clinic–nestled in the mountains of Granby, Colorado, October 25-30, 2022. (JulieGoodnight.com/HorsemanshipClinic) “As a teacher, it doesn’t get any better than having 200 horses to …
Request Grant Funding from The Foundation for the Horse by May 25
By Keith Kleine, April 25, 2022
The Foundation for the Horse is accepting applications for funding from nonprofit organizations that share its mission to improve the welfare of horses. The application deadline is May 25. The Foundation’s priorities are to fund veterinary student scholarships and educational programs that improve the care of horses; exceptional equine research in pursuit of new treatments …
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TQHA Members Awarded $100,000 at 2022 NCHA Kit Kat Sugar Super Stakes
By Jess Gryder, April 25, 2022
Texas Quarter Horse Association (TQHA) members who competed and won on Texas bred horses had an additional 100,000 reasons to celebrate at the 2022 NCHA Kit Kat Sugar Super Stakes held at the historic Will Rogers Coliseum in Fort Worth, Texas. The TQHA announced earlier this year that the $100,000 incentive program would return for …
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Horseware Ireland Announces Olympic Gold Medal Champion and Multi-Award-Winning Showjumper Steve Guerdat as Global Sponsored Rider
By Kelly Nicholls, April 22, 2022
Horseware Ireland’s newest ‘Through It All’ Global Campaign launches with a compelling short film featuring heartfelt insights and experiences from Steve Guerdat “When I sit on a horse, I want to become one with the horse… So that I know what he needs the day I need him the most.” – Steve Guerdat Watch Steve’s …
Dover Saddlery Announces Change of Ownership to Promus Equity Partners, LLC
By Whitney Keeley, April 22, 2022
Dover Saddlery®, the leading omni-channel retailer of equestrian products, today announces its acquisition by an affiliate of Promus Equity Partners, LLC. The Promus private equity team has decades of experience investing in middle market companies and helping them achieve their goals. Dover Saddlery, in partnering with Chicago-based Promus, is poised for tremendous growth, and executing …
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Elevating the Equestrian Experience in Ohio
By Coagi Long, April 21, 2022
Horse lovers everywhere flocked to Columbus for the return of Equine Affaire on April 7-10, 2022. Earlier in April, Equine Affaire made a triumphant return to the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus, hosting happy crowds of horse lovers and equine enthusiasts for four days of equine-themed education, entertainment, and enjoyment. This year’s event was especially …
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Haygain to Sponsor April 25 Sport Horse Podcast on Cardiorespiratory Challenges
By Kim Miller, April 21, 2022
As a science-backed horse health company, Haygain is honored to sponsor the Monday, April 25 Sport Horse Podcast episode focusing on cardiorespiratory challenges in sport horses. Prominent international veterinarian, Emmanuelle van Erck Westergren is the episode’s expert. Dr. Westergren is a leader in harnessing science in service to horse health. She is a long-time advocate …
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Ukraine Equestrian Relief Flair® Strip
By Hanna Hartman, April 21, 2022
Released by Achieve Equine in April of 2022 Achieve Equine, makers of FLAIR® Equine Nasal Strips, just released a limited-edition FLAIR Strip to support Ukraine Equestrian Relief Efforts. The Ukraine Equestrian Relief FLAIR Strip is available exclusively at flairstrips.com. In partnership with the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF), Achieve Equine will donate 100% of the …