Connemara ponies originally came from Ireland. More than 2,500 years ago these small horses were brought to Ireland by Celtic warriors to pull war chariots and carts. Some of these horses escaped a … read more

Dressage is one of the oldest forms of riding, dating back to ancient Greece. Classical dressage is an excellent foundation for any horse, regardless of what discipline you plan to go into whether … read more

Steer daubing is a sport derived from real ranch work, where a horse and rider chase down one of the cattle to be marked and daub it with chalk. For ranch purposes this was used to distinguish the … read more

Trakehners are considered a warmblood breed (a European horse bred for sport) They are large and elegant, with a lot of muscle and tend to be of a lighter build than most other warmbloods. They are … read more

If you’re looking for a place to volunteer that would be beneficial to horses, you should consider volunteering at a local horse rescue. Many horse rescues are small and stretched thin taking care … read more

Ulcers, unfortunately, are quite common in horses, especially competitive performance horses. Common symptoms include: unexplained colic episodes and discomfort while cinching up. To be absolutely … read more