Mesquite Grove Satirizes Dysfunctional Barn Interactions in Hilarious Animated Series Concept
Kent approaches the group, all clad in tan riding pants, tall black boots and white, high-collared long-sleeve shirts and asks if they know where Earl Norris and the Mesquite Grove contingent might be. Tinka...
Horse Assisted Camaraderie: Life Lessons From a Wild Horse
BY ANDREA LONDON
At age 68, with 2 elderly retired show horses, my competitive equestrian days were over. I had neither the physical nor financial resources to start over with a young horse, so I...
Why Your Horse is Almost Certainly Lacking Omega 3 Fats
Today's domesticated horses are very different than the few that remain truly wild.
The way we keep sport and performance horses today limits their access to pasture, which would normally be their source of Omegas.
Most...
Horse DIY & Crafts for Equestrians of All Ages
Summer means a lot of extra time for some. Whether you're on a break from school or a break from the heat, sometimes it's nice to stay cool in the air conditioning. On days...
Sustainable Horse Careers: Saddle Fitter & Brand Representative
BY JESSIE LOCHRIE
Careers in the horse world are known for long hours, low pay, and a high rate of burnout — so how do the professionals we admire manage their careers in a sustainable...
TPH Review: HERD Documentary
BY MIA JONES
I have known for all of my life that horses can heal. In the past, I have seen horses help people through hard times both mentally and physically. And every kid or...
TPH Book Review: Grabbing Mane by Natalie Keller Reinert
By Lauren Aubert
Casey Halbach, a 32-year-old former “horse girl,” has a seemingly wonderful life. She lives with her boyfriend, Brandon, in her coastal Florida hometown, has a comfortable marketing job, and a wonderful circle...
The Smiles are Priceless
Wynmore Farm’s Sybil Greene and Melanie Wright share their philosophies on teaching, showing, and diversity in our sport
By Rennie Dyball
When Melanie Wright was 14 years old, she began riding with Patty Foster and Mary...
What I’m Listening To Fuel My Riding Confidence
BY GAIL REZENDES
Like many adult amateur riders who either returned to riding after a long absence or starting riding in middle age or later, my confidence in the saddle needed some attention. I decided...
Limited Edition The Plaid Horse Merchandise Available June 7!
New to The Plaid Horse shop, limited edition merchandise will be available for order beginning June 7. Once sold out, these products will not be repeated. That means, don't miss out!
Check out a...
Reduce Your Risk of Injury and Improve Your Recovery Rate
BY CHUKKA WELLNESS
Regardless of what discipline you are in, it is essential to maximize recovery in-between competitions and events to regain mental focus and revive the body. Many equestrians forget that to enhance the...
Rain Gear for Every Horse Show
When it comes to working with horses, preparation is key. Yes, proper training at home and placing yourself and your horse in a suitable division is paramountly important. But you must also be prepared...
Riders Working the Rust Breeches Look
Love them or hate them, rust breeches are a real trend with a strong following. These vintage-look breeches even at one point had their own dedicated active Facebook page, "Bring Back RUST Breeches."
For those...
Eight Things to Consider When Preparing to Ship Your Horse
By Nicole Lakin of BarnManager
Whether you ship your horse frequently or only once in a while, it’s always helpful to bear in mind the things that make shipping less stressful. As a horse owner...
Putting the Spotlight on Purina Omega Match
By Annie Birmingham
Purina® Omega Match™, the newest addition to the lineup of Purina® horse feed products, is approaching omega supplementation in a whole new way. The company’s new Omega Match™ Ahiflower Oil supplement and...
How Can Antioxidants Prevent Disease?
When it comes to our health and the health of our four-legged friends, words like “cancer” and “heart disease” are scary. A little help removing damaging free radicals never hurts, and that’s where antioxidants...
The Fight for Wild and Endangered Mustangs
Mustangs are a beautiful and vital component of American history and should be protected at all costs. For many years, these majestic animals have represented freedom and wild spirit throughout the country. They have...
Model Horses So Realistic You’ll Think They’re Alive
Many equestrians played with a "carpet herd" of model horses when they were kids. These toys were our connection the big dreams we hoped would play out with our own horse one day. But...
Over 50 Horse Cookies & Cupcakes to Delight Any Equestrian
Fancy horse treats are all the rage these days with super creative equestrian bakers giving nothing but the best for their horse, but what about the humans? These amazing cookies, cupcakes and sweets will...
Itchy Dog? Springtime Supplements Can Help!
Spring is just around the corner, and like us, our canine best friends can also be affected by the health issues a change of season can bring. We do our best to give them...
The Eight Best Washing Machines for Your Barn
It's okay to admit it: We've all had that moment where, against our better judgment, we put a saddle pad in our home washing machine.
It might be good for the saddle pad, but it...
Fair Hill: From America’s Aintree to America’s Newmarket
BY DOROTHY OURS AND BARBARA HECK
Reprinted from the 2020 Bloodstock Notebook, published in the U.K. to coincide with the December Tattersall Sales
Tucked in the beautiful rolling hills of the northeast corner of Maryland, the...
