By now you have probably heard of Charlotte, the Houston Texas Police Department (HPD) horse that was killed while on duty in a tragic traffic accident. While on duty, Charlotte backed into a truck's wheel well, breaking her leg. Her partner Officer Herrejon suffered three broken ribs, a possible torn rotator cuff and possible torn ligaments...
Senior Couple Spends Their Retirement Rescuing Horses In Need
For many of us, we dream of spending our senior years relaxing and taking things easy. But for a retired FBI agent and former US Customs worker, they are spending their retirement caring for horses that are desperately in need of love. Abandoned, abused, neglected, many of the horses that Larry and Peggy Neaves care...
6 Ways To Prevent Tack Theft
Your tack is a significant investment, so you’ll want to make sure that your tack is always protected against theft. Put these six ways to prevent tack theft to work today. 1. Install a Locking Tack Room Door One of the easiest ways to protect your tack against theft is to install a locking tack...
Young Mini Mistakes His Dog Friend's Identity, Grooms Him Like A Horse!
This just might be the cutest case of mistaken identity you'll ever see. A miniature horse foal appears to think this adorable pup is another mini horse who needs to be groomed! While the other horse ignores him, the baby is all about grooming the dog, who thoroughly enjoys it... so much so, he rolls...
Adam Sandler Mounted A Horse On Live TV--And Nailed It!
There are countless movies where our horse friends play a major role, or even star! But horseback riding does not come naturally to all people, and celebrities are no different. Not all people can really get the hang of horses right away. Sometimes, actors and actresses need some time to learn how to get along with equines...
7 Ways To Show Your Horse You Love Them
It’s hard to describe to non-horse people how much we love our horses. Our worlds revolve around them, after all. But here are seven ways to show your horse you love them so that they never forget. 1. Give Him Special Treats The way to your horse’s heart is so often through his stomach. Give...
How To Wrap A Horse For Christmas
So you decided to surprise a very lucky person in your life with a horse for Christmas. But how to wrap it? After all, they are quite large. Lucky for you WayOutWest, a blog about life on a small farm in the West of Ireland, has you covered – or rather, your horse. They admit...
Horseback Riding Tips: 7 Steps To Become A Better Rider
For anyone that is passionate about something, you are always looking for ways to better your skill set. And for horseback riders, there are tips and tricks you can always learn to get better. Do you wish that you could improve your skills as a horseback rider? There are lots of ways to improve –...
Meet Jake, The World’s Tallest Horse!
We’ve all seen giant draft horses and been awed by their majestic size, usually around 17-18 hands high. You may have even seen ones at 19hh, which is pretty incredible. But chances are, you have never met a horse as tall as Big Jake. Jake is a 15-year-old Belgian gelding who has held the Guinness World...
RARE Footage of Man O’ War – Take a Look!
I don’t know about you, but when I was little, Man O’ War was on par with human royalty. His Breyer was one of my favorites. After all, he is considered the greatest Thoroughbred racehorse of all time. He won 20 of 21 starts in the 1920s and went on to sire many horse racing...
Essential Apparel For Winter Riding
None of us want to miss out on riding just because of the weather. In fact, winter rides can be some of the most beautiful we ever take. They can also be absolutely freezing. Here are a few products to help you keep warm while in the saddle or cart. Have a product you like...
20 Perfect Gifts For The Horse Crazy Kid In Your Life
Do you have a kid on your list that is crazy about horses? Is a horse or a pony at the top of every wish list? If so, then this is THE list of gifts for you! It’s full of anything a horse crazy kid of any age could want (except the horse, of course). ...
7 Tips For Successfully Leasing A Horse
Leasing a horse can be a great opportunity to get a sense of what horse ownership is like without the long-term financial commitment. In order for a lease to be successful, though, you will want to make sure you follow these seven tips. 1. Be Honest About Your Experience In order for your lease to...
6 Important Saddle Care And Maintenance Tips To Try
Your saddle is a significant investment, and it’s one that you want to take great care of. Here are six care and maintenance tips that you should try to take care of that saddle: 1. Store Your Saddle Properly The first step in taking care of your saddle is to store it properly. Keep your...
How To Prevent Colic In Horses: 8 Helpful Tips
Colic is every horse owner’s worst nightmare--because it's a miserable experience for both you and your horse. Thankfully, there are plenty of ways that you can help to reduce the chance that your horse develops a case of colic. Here are eight horse tips to help you prevent colic in horses. 1. Make Feed Changes...
Amazing Group Uses Retired Racehorses To Help Veterans
Saratoga is known for horse racing – the track is legendary. But tucked away, beyond the track, is a farm that’s using Off The Track Thoroughbreds (OTTB) to help veterans adjust to life after military service. The program is free. As their website says: “Saratoga WarHorse creates a win-win situation for veterans and off-the-track...
7 Trail Riding Safety Tips
Trail riding is a great way to get outside of the confines of the ring and explore nature with your horse. Make sure that you put these seven trail riding safety tips to use every time that you head out. 1. Leave Notice With Someone Back Home Before you go trail riding, always tell someone...
7 Tips For Caring For Your Horse In Cold Weather
As the leaves start to fall and winter steadily comes our way, we have to come up with a new strategy when caring for our horses that live solely outdoors. Caring for horses in cold weather brings about different challenges than summertime care, as certain considerations must be met. Here are seven tips to help...
Photographer Captures Beautiful Horse Manes In Motion
Famed photographer Helen Peppe is a true artist when it comes to capturing horses in all their glory. You'd think she'd have to use an expensive camera to get such incredible shots, but that's actually not the case. "That's the go-to response for people who aren't photographers. I do not even use a professional-level camera even though...
7 Fire Safety Tips For Your Barn
Barn fires are every horse owner’s worst nightmare. Barns are full of fire hazards, but there are ways that you can reduce the chance of fire in your barn. Here are 7 fire safety tips to put to work in your barn. 1. Store Hay Outside of Your Barn Hay is highly flammable, and sometimes...
6 Ways You Should Prepare To Ride In A Clinic
You’ve just registered to ride in your first clinic – congratulations! Riding in a clinic is a great way to improve your skills and horsemanship. Clinics can be intimidating, but the better that you prepare, the more relaxed you’ll feel on the day of the clinic. Here are 6 ways that you should prepare to...
Tiny Therapy Horses Bring Large Amounts Of Love To Those Who Need It Most
There is something truly special about miniature horses. After owning large horses all my life, I have two minis of my own now, and they are definitely a breed apart. Very social and people oriented, these little guys seem to live for love and treats. They are as much a part of the human herd...
6 Ways You Can Help Horses In Need
It seems that everywhere you turn, there are horses in need of homes, food, and veterinary care. Not all horses are fortunate to have loving owners, or have suffered at the hands of cruel humans that neglected them. Here are 6 ways that you can help horses in need. 1. Volunteer for a Rescue One...
7 Ways To Stay Warm In the Saddle This Winter
Wintertime rides can be fun, but staying warm isn't always easy. Feeling the cool, crisp air on your face is always nice, but as the temperatures steadily drop (especially in those colder regions of the country) staying warm can be a bit of a challenge when riding your horse. Here are 7 ways to stay...
7 Products That Increase Your Horse’s Safety
We all want to keep our horses as healthy and safe as possible, after all, they are our best friends and partners in life. The following new items are helping us keep our equines safer than ever before. Do you know of another product that helps keep your horse safe? Share it in the comments!...
7 Great Gift Ideas For Equestrians
Are you stumped, searching for that perfect gift for an equestrian? To make things easier on you, we've come up with a fun list full of must-haves for the equestrians in your life--or if you just want to do something special for yourself this holiday season. These 7 great ideas make excellent gifts for any...
7 Reasons We Are Thankful For Our Horses
Sometimes it is important to reflect and be thankful for the things and people in our lives that we are grateful for. Those of us with equines in our lives know they are one of the most important things we have, and we are truly thankful for them every day. We asked our fans on...
15 Signs That Prove You Are An Equestrian At Heart
Do remember that old question, “Were you raised in a barn?” It usually came up when someone was criticizing your manners, and it was never a compliment. But for some of us, that question prompted a proud response: “Yes, yes I was!” I’m talking about us equestrians who spent the best times of our childhood...
Black Friday & Cyber Monday Deals For Horse Lovers
It’s here – the best shopping time of the year with some of the greatest deals around! Whether you are looking for tack for your own horse (he deserves a new saddle right!) or a gift for the horse lover in your life (Breyer's, always a good idea!), we have the 411 on the best...
6 Ways To Make Your Horse’s Stall A Healthier Place
Your horse spends a large amount of time in his stall, so it’s important to make that stall environment as healthy as possible for your horse. Here are 6 ways that you can make your horse’s stall a healthier place. 1. Use the Largest Stall Available Provide your horse with as much space as possible...
"Unadoptable" Mustang Wins Western Dressage World Championships
Three strikes: that’s all a federally-protected wild Mustang gets. If they are rounded up and not adopted three times, they lose their protected status (due to being deemed “unadoptable”) and can be sold to “anyone who signs the dotted line and agrees to the terms, such as not selling to slaughter.” However, these are usually...
Miniature Service Horse Helps Boy With Life-Threatening Condition
Zaiden Beattie may seem like every other second grader at Winterberry Charter School in Anchorage, Alaska, but he is one of several hundred kids in the United States who lives with Ataxia-telangiectasia, or A-T. It is a genetic disease that will eventually rob Beattie of balance and muscle control, and it will also compromise his...
BREAKING NEWS RECALL ALERT: Kountry Buffet and Provider Pellets Recalled Due To Excessive Copper
CHS Inc. announced today it has implemented a voluntary recall of 50-pound packages of its Kountry Buffet 14% Text and Provider 15% Pellet, both for Mature Cattle, Horses, Goats & Sheep due to excessive levels of copper. The potential presence of high copper levels was detected by routine sample tests of the product conducted by...
5 Tips For Introducing Kids To Horses
Do you remember your first introduction to horses as a child? Chances are it was a positive one. Giving kids a positive introduction to horses increases the chances that they will continue to be involved with these animals throughout their life. Consider trying these five ways to introduce kids to horses. 1. Talk About the...
5 Things You Should Know About Warming Up Your Horse
A good warm up prior to your ride is important to your horse’s health. Here are 5 facts to consider the next time that you’re warming up your horse. 1. Cold Muscles Are Tight and Prone to Injury Why do we put such an emphasis on properly warming up a horse? Because without a warm...
When It's Time To Blow Out The Birthday Candles, This Horse Takes The Reins!
It's a special day for JD the horse and he had these ladies all gathered around to sing him a birthday song. The ladies all come together to sing him "Happy Birthday," and you can tell that JD is loving every second of it! At the end of the song, it's usually time to blow out...
10 Items To Have In Your Equine First Aid Kit
When you own a horse, you can be almost certain that at some point, your horse will injure himself. This will usually occur at a time when local stores are closed or when you don’t have time to get to a store to buy supplies. Having a well-stocked equine first aid kit can be your...
6 Weight Loss Tips For Horses
Excess weight is detrimental to your horse’s health. It can cause strain on your horse’s heart and joints, and prevents your horse from performing at his best athletic potential. It’s important to help your horse lose excess weight; here are 6 weight loss tips for horses to get you started. 1. Reduce Grain Intake Grain...
Horse Is Riding Shotgun, Because He's Got Places To Go And People To See!
(Disclaimer: We are not promoting this method of transportation for a horse, this is simply an entertaining video we'd like to share with you. No horses were harmed in any way at all whatsoever in the making of this.) Okay, so when you've gotta take your horse to and fro, you load them up in the...
6 Tips For Managing A Horse On Stall Rest
Putting a horse on stall rest can be a challenge. Some horses get very worked up, others get bored, and some turn destructive. Here are 6 tips that you can put to work to better manage your horse on stall rest. 1. Choose Stall Location Carefully The location of the stall that you use for...