An Argument for Private Horse Show Photography
BY SARA SHIER
I realize photography is near the bottom of the list of requirements competitors need when they are heading to a horse show. It is a luxury item, and there are thousands of...
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,...
Dissecting “The Board” in USHJA: How We Need Diversity in Our Governing Organization
BY PIPER KLEMM
The board. It’s part of the closed door meetings that drive our sport. It’s a club of people of power that we’ve long known aren’t split by gender or socio-economic status in...
Learn More About Becoming a USEF Steward
BY DANI SCHNEIDER
In 2012, Faith McKay-Alicea began the process of becoming a USEF Licensed Official. “I love horses and I wanted to impact the industry, but I can't afford to have an Amateur Owner...
The Ins and Outs of Equine Appraisals
You've heard of appraisals before, but it's probably most likely dealing with a piece of real estate. Banks need an objective, third-party perspective to determine what a property is worth before they feel comfortable...
Level Up On Your Anti-doping Knowledge
BY LISA LAZARUS / MORGAN SPORTS LAW
Familiarizing yourself with the FEI Anti-Doping rules now will stand you in good stead in the long-run – and put you on the right side of the rules...
5 changes you can make in 2020 to better ensure your equine anti-doping compliance
BY LISA LAZARUS
Spending less, exercising more, cooking from scratch…just some of the many new year’s resolutions that you might be setting this January, in the hope of achieving self-improvement in 2020. But whilst you...
Equestrian Grants & Scholarships Every Rider Should Know About
The equestrian community is generous, and many people and organizations are invested in the future of our young riders and up and coming professionals. The next generation is the future of the sport itself....
Ten Things to Know About WEF’s New Show+ Coverage
BY NINA FEDRIZZI
If you happen to be cashing out at the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) in the coming weeks, you may or may not notice a new, $75 charge on your show bill.
Offered for...
USHJA Annual Meeting: Metric System Conversion and Jump Cup Depth Rule Change Proposals
BY ANNIE BIRMINGHAM
The USHJA Annual Meeting began on December 8th in Denver, Colorado, and yesterday’s joint Hunter and Jumper working groups conversed about the idea of future propositions that would change all labeling of...
The USHJA Outreach Program is on the Rise
BY ANNIE BIRMINGHAM
The USHJA’s Outreach program offers members who ride at any level an opportunity to earn national recognition in a variety of classes ranging from walk-trot to 3’ hunters, jumpers, and equitation at...
Fast Facts: Jumper Judging
BY ANNIE BIRMINGHAM
David Distler, FEI jumper judge and the United States Steward General of the FEI, gave a presentation to members at the USHJA Annual Meeting in Denver, Colorado on a jumper judges perspective....
Safety Ad-Hoc by the Virginia Tech Helmet Lab
BY ANNIE BIRMINGHAM
Among the forums at the USHJA Annual Meeting was a Safety Ad Hoc presented by the Virginia Tech Helmet Lab with speaker Dr. Barry Miller. The helmet testing lab is the first...
USHJA Annual Meeting: Proposed Rule Changes for Equitation
BY TORI WEED
Day two of the USHJA National Convention was spent discussing proposed rule changes for USHJA hunter, equitation, and jumper divisions and general rules. Every proposed rule inspired active conversations about whether or...
USHJA National Convention Day One – USHJA Zones: Backbone of the Industry
BY TORI WEED
The USHJA National Convention kicked off in Denver, Colorado on December 8, 2019. Day one included individual zone breakout discussions and a two hour Zone Education panel. The panel consisted of zone...
The Perils of a Shifting Landscape
BY SISSY WICKES
As I watched the Breeder’s Cup races at Santa Anita Downs, the tension I felt was not just excitement about the contest or my usual visceral response to watching races. I felt...
Two USHJA Horse Welfare Rule Proposals You Need to Know About
BY TPH STAFF
It’s that time of year again. The USHJA Annual meeting is
just around the corner, and with it a series of proposed rule changes. Everyone
can review the proposed changes at the USHJA website,
and...
Inside the Numbers: The Cost of Local Shows
What's that social rule, never talk about money? At The Plaid Horse we believe in having open discussions about the cost of horses and horse showing. It is both educational for young riders who...
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...
Importing Sport Horses and Their Acclimation to America
BY LIZ CORNELL
Importing horses from other parts of the globe is not a new phenomenon. In fact horses that compete internationally have more frequent flyer miles than most people. You’ve heard the story before...
Grand Prix Equine Combines Technology and the Human Touch
BY TPH Staff
Horse owners want to be knowledgeable and educated about every aspect of our horses’ care, but working adult amateurs don’t always get to take part in the day to day management. That’s...
Where Are We With Safe Sport Regulations?
BY ERIN PRUTOW
Over the last year, so much attention has been fixed on the United States Equestrian Federation (“USEF”) Safe Sport policies and their consequences. These USEF policies and U.S. Center for SafeSport Code...
