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If you don’t want to leave your horse behind, then bring them with you on vacation! There are plenty of places that will welcome the two of you and any other family members. You can have an unforgettable trip filled with riding, hiking, swimming, and exploring. How to Vacation With Horses Don’t miss the opportunity...

Cheyenne Frontier Days is one of the most iconic rodeos of all time. It didn’t get its nickname, “The Daddy of ’em All,” for no reason! After the dust settled on Championship Sunday, Joey Williams and Sue Smith were the two cowgirls who came out on top in breakaway and barrel racing. Congratulations, cowgirls! Joey...

The spin or turnaround is a helpful maneuver to teach your horse. It allows you to work on steering and shoulder control. In many ranch and reining classes, this maneuver will be expected to some degree. It might seem like an easy skill to master, but you don’t want to rush it. It’s important to...

There’s nothing like the bond between a girl and her horse. Establishing a bond with your horse can take time, but this connection is worth it in the end! In this heartwarming story, a 79-year-old woman on hospice got her final wish – to see her beloved horse one last time. Karina Courtmanche’s dying wish...

A summer thunderstorm is quite common! It can be difficult to know what to do with your horse during these storms. Rain, lightning, and strong winds usually accompany them. The last thing you want is an accident to happen. That’s why it’s important to be prepared ahead of time and have a game plan! Thunderstorms...

DP Saddlery offers western saddles with adjustable gullet systems. Riders can adjust the width of the saddle tree with a simple twist of an Allen wrench. From extra narrow to extra wide, these saddles accommodate a wide selection of horses. Their system is so easy that it can be changed throughout the day, making it...

While the majority of horses have a leisurely life, some are still used for work. They include those in the mounted police units, Amish communities, and on cattle ranches to name a few. Logging with horses is yet another interesting job. This unique type of work is common on homesteads and remote areas. Horses At...

Over the years, barrel racing has become extremely popular and has contributed to the price of equine athletes skyrocketing. Major futurity events have played a large role in this phenomenon, but has also benefited horse trainers and owners greatly. In order to justify an equine athlete’s worth, it must be able to perform, and be...