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Arabian horses are one of the most popular breeds in the world. Their striking beauty is only one of their desirable traits. They’re also incredibly versatile, competing in all sorts of disciplines from English to western. There are entire show circuits dedicated to purebreds and half-breds. The Versatility of Arabians 1. Dressage: Known as sport...

Every rider should strive for a fit horse. Through conditioning, your overweight horse can be transformed into a lean and healthy animal. They will be able to handle longer rides. It doesn’t matter if you’re an avid trail rider or barrel racer, your horse will need to be fit to keep up with your demands....

It can take lots of searching to find the perfect saddle, and treeless saddles are no different. With so many on the market, it can be hard to know which brand or model to even consider. Don’t sacrifice quality and fit when buying a new treeless saddle. That’s why you should consider these top brands...

The HIPICO Santa Fe Summer Series, July 18-August 12, provides an incredible equestrian competition and show experience for both equine athletes and spectators. The daily events, which are all free to the general public, feature top equestrian competition, as well as The Heart of the Horse fine art show, specialty vendors offering farm-to-table-inspired meals, local...

Barrel racing is a speed event where horse and rider gallop through a cloverleaf pattern with three set barrels. The fastest team without penalties is usually the winner. Most successful runs are under 15 seconds. However, for those just starting out the discipline can be modified so that it is fun for all levels. Here’s...

Whether you enjoy horse racing or not, chances are you’ve heard of these famous race horses. They have made history for their achievements on the track and their influence on people of their era. Some you might have seen more recently, while others raced decades ago. No matter when or where they ran, these horses...

Every cowgirl should have a trail ride bucket-list! Just picture how many beautiful places there are in the world, and all of the land out there that needs to be ridden. I found it nearly impossible to narrow down my list of places across the globe where I’d love to ride, but I decided on five...

The Morgan horse is one of the most awe-inspiring horse breeds in the world, due to their wit, durability and power. I have always been fascinated by Morgans, because while they are well loved and popular, they often have been blocked from the limelight by breeds such as the American Quarter Horse, and thus, have an...