Understanding Showing Rules for NSAIDs
BY JAMIE WALLACE
With the show season in full swing, it’s a good time to remind ourselves of those substances, and understand why they need to be prohibited or restricted.
The United States Equine Federation, USEF,...
London International Horse Show (LIHS): a Volunteer’s View
BY KRISTY WARD
You might be thinking “London International Horse Show? I’ve never heard of that before,” but my guess is that you probably have. It used to be called Olympia, and it’s been running...
It’s Pride Month! What Does That Mean?
By TPH Staff
June means a lot of things in the horse world: Devon, Upperville, the end of the school year, the beginning of summer.
For a lot of us, it also means the start of...
Co-Owning a Horse With Your Trainer: What You Should Know
BY LEONE EQUESTRIAN LAW
Question: I have the opportunity co-purchase a horse with my trainer for later re-sale, and I’m excited about it! I’ll be able to ride and enjoy the horse while my trainer...
Can Your Horse Recognize You in a Lineup?
BY TANJA SCHNUDERL
Can your horse tell you apart in a group of humans? The latest research in equine-human recognition.
After being at home sick for about a week I’m finally back at the barn, walking...
USHJA Annual Meeting December 11th Recap
BY ELIZABETH EVANS
My journey to the USHJA meeting started just before midnight on Sunday with a red eye to San Antonio from LAX. I arrived in the wee hours of the morning on Monday for the...
The Fatigue of The Fight
By Nadia Aslam
As an avid equestrian and person of color, I’ve always been more than aware of the underlying racism and biases that exist in our sport.
Through my experiences, I have come to learn...
The Best of 2020: Top Blog Posts
This year has been one like no other, and we've kept up with the horse world through the highs and the lows. Whether it's celebrating the joy of a special horse or diving deep...
The Right Way, The Wrong Way, and the USHJA Way
BY PUBLISHER PIPER KLEMM
After attending the USHJA Convention in 2014 in Las Vegas, I promised that I would never do that to myself again. Coming at a bitter, cold end of a long show...
Current Procedures and Protocols for Drug Testing
As competitors, it's important to stay informed in regards to drug testing protocols within our sport. Today Julian McPeak, Director of Marketing & Communications for USEF, sits down to answer a few of our...
Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event Jog Photo Gallery
PHOTOS © HEATHER N. PHOTOGRAPHY
After a surprise snow blanketed the Kentucky Horse Park Wednesday morning, a total of 63 horses presented in what ended up being a sunny afternoon. All of them passed inspection...
How to Fix Our Horse Shows: An Opinion From the Other Side
BY JACK NASH
Karl Cook has big opinions about increasing the visibility of show jumping and with it the prize money of Grand Prix events. As a horse show employee, I’d like to respond with...
Ava Stearns on Her Maclay Finals Commentary: “I’m a Big Believer in Kindness”
BY RENNIE DYBALL
Equitation fans everywhere tuned in to the Maclay Finals live feed on Sunday to watch the best of the discipline tackle an impressive course at the Kentucky Horse Park.
In addition to the...
Changes to the 2018 Tax Codes
BY PAM SAUL
It’s that time of year again, when thoughts turn to fulfilling ourNew Year’s resolutions. Nah, I’m kidding. This is when everyone tries to figure out how much they have to pay in taxes!...
A Quick Guide to Logistics and Costs With Importing a Horse
BY LAUREN KARDEL OF KARDEL GLOBAL EQUINE
For someone who has never done it, importing a horse can seem like an impossible problem to solve. You're flying in a horse, from where?
The process isn't...
25 Years of Memorable Moments at the Capital Challenge Horse Show
BY MOLLY SORGE, JUMP MEDIA
For 25 years, the Capital Challenge Horse Show (CCHS) has been the home of truly outstanding hunter performances. The show has become a highlight of every hunter rider’s year as...
Warning! Posting a Warning Sign Will Not Legally Protect You
BY KIMBRELL HINES
At your next visit to a barn or show, look around. You’ll probably see at least one "WARNING" sign citing the state's equine law. Aside from Maryland and California, every state has...
North Iowa Fair Board Launches $1.5 Million Capital Campaign to Improve Horse Show Facilities
The North Iowa Fair Board has launched their $1.5 million capital improvement campaign that will allow the North Iowa Events Center to hold horse shows year-round, with plans to build a heated warm-up ring...
Best of 2021: Top Plaidcast Episodes
Hosted by The Plaid Horse Publisher Piper Klemm, the Plaidcast has become a destination for conversations on topics that matter, from horsemanship to the state of our sport and horse show how-tos for riders...
