HORSES

There’s a rule of thumb in the arena– if your hat’s on the ground, your head better be in it– meaning it’s pretty frowned upon to lose your cap in the pen. Some horse shows, rodeos or jackpots go as far as penalizing you for your loss of hat. The art of keeping your hat...

There are so many different types of careers in the horse industry. Some of them include working directing with horses, while others are more behind the scenes. For certain positions, you’ll need experience and proper education. This list can be handy for high school and college students, moms reentering the workforce, or those contemplating a...

Is your excitement growing? The 2023 Liberty Festival is almost here! This one-of-a-kind event will be held at the Kentucky Horse Park on October 13th through 15th. Get ready for world-class education, incredible performances, exciting competition, and fun shopping opportunities. The liberty community is welcoming of all horse lovers! The International Liberty Horse Association is...

We love a weekend of horse showing. Those 5am wake up calls, the hurry up and wait, and the comradery of it all! Unfortunately reality hits on Sunday. We make the trek home, only to have those chores we put off and that horse trailer clean out waiting for us. At this point, we’re wishing...

In carrot stretching, the handler uses a treat to lure the horse into different positions. The stretches consists of flexion, extension, and lateral bending. These exercises are great for your horse’s body! They improve flexibility and build core strength. The treat is usually enticing, so the horse is more than willing to try each stretch....

Over the last several thousand years, units of measurements have changed, except when it comes to measuring horses. The term “hand” is traditionally used to measure the height of horses because it was originally the standard unit of measurement during the Middle Ages. One “hand” is equal to 4 inches, which is the approximate span...

Core muscles absorb shock and help you to stay balanced in the saddle. They also allow you to have better control over your horse and carry out various maneuvers. As a rider, it’s important you work to strengthen your core muscles. While time in the saddle definitely helps, there are also various exercises you can...

Have you suffered through a break up recently? You may have sworn off men! After all, you have to protect your heart. Rest assured cowgirls, your horse will never treat you like a man. They’re the most loyal and understanding partners you’ll ever have. Grab a glass of wine and enjoy this fun list! Why...