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Meet Oliver: The Thoroughbred Who Found His Purpose Beyond the Racetrack
Born with impressive racing bloodlines but rejected because of a crooked hoof, Oliver found a... -
Photos by Bianca McCarty PhotographyWorking Equitation in Colorado: A Sport for Every Horse and Rider
Working equitation brings together several skills that make a well-rounded horse and rider team. Combining... -
Photos by Kim RoeIs Your Horse Arena-Sour? 5 Ways to Make Training Fun Again
Does your horse suddenly slow down near the arena gate, drag his feet on the... -
Karen and Chip riding in Colorado MountainsFrom My Saddle: Finding Our Way Forward Together
Reflections on 30 Years of Horse Source, Changing Times, and the Connections That Matter Most... -
Photo by Kim RoeGive Your Horse a Job: Keeping Them Engaged, Confident, and Happy
We all want our horses to be happy. We make sure they have good feed,... -
Before You Ride: A Simple Horseback Riding Safety Checklist
It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of a ride, especially when the... -
Photo by Natalie Longwell.Better Horsemanship Starts with the Trail Rider
View Post(opens in a new tab) Trail riding is one of the best ways to... -
Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Invests in Future Veterinarians with New Wellness Center at Utah State University
Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Invests in Future Veterinarians with New Wellness Center at Utah State... -
Moving with Horses – Part 4: Arrival, Reality & Starting Over
Settling into a new life in Colorado horse country After nearly 1,500 miles on the... -
Foal Training: Building Respect from the Start
There’s something pretty special about working with a foal. They’re curious, playful, and full of... -
Choosing the Right Horse Trailer: Start With Your Horse
From Trailheads to Horse Shows, Choose a Trailer That Fits Your Horse and Your Hauling... -
From Surviving to Thriving: Training a Rescue Horse
Once a rescue horse is healthy, settled, and comfortable in his new surroundings, the next... -
©NWHS PhotoCalming the Anxious Horse: 4 Nutritional Ingredients to Consider
By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. Horses can become anxious, tense, or overly reactive for many... -
The Five Basics: Building a Well-Trained Horse
Good training doesn’t always mean teaching the fanciest maneuver or the most complicated trick. Before... -
Reading Your Horse, Staying Safe
Whether you’re leading a horse to pasture, holding one for the farrier, or simply grooming... -
Preparing Your Horse for Home Health Care
Most of us don’t think about practicing home health care until we’re standing in the... -
Building Better Ground Manners in the Round Pen
Groundwork often solves problems that show up long before we ever put a foot in... -
The Best Wreck Is the One You Never Had
In between expos lately, I’ve been reading biographies of famous explorers. Whether you’re hauling to... -
Helping Your Horse Stay Calm on the Trail
One minute you’re enjoying a quiet ride through the trees, and the next your horse... -
USEF Releases Guidance for Horse Owners Regarding New World Screwworm
In the wake of the current outbreak of New World Screwworm in the United States,... -
Dr. Q's Mustang. Image Supplied by Dr. Q.From a Broken Leg to a New Way of Training Horses
Veterinarian Dr. Jena Questen Shares How Positive Reinforcement Changed Her Approach to Horses—and Her Life... -
Don’t feel like riding today? A short session of liberty work can go a long way toward increasing trust between you and your horse. Photo by Kim RoeSmall Steps Still Count
Every horse owner has days when plans don’t go as expected. Whether it’s a packed... -
Photos by Robert EversoleHorse Camping Gets Easier When You Start Small
Horse camping can feel intimidating when you first start looking at all the gear, planning,... -
Learning to Breathe Through Fear in the Saddle
Fear has a way of sneaking back into riding when we least expect it. Sometimes...