A Culture of Safety: Why It’s Important In Your Barn
By Amy Clever of Safety Check, Inc.
Damages caused by injury to both horses and barn staff contribute to many unforeseen costs in the equine industry every...
Cold Weather Riding Tips for Snow and Beyond
BY ALLIE CARLSON
Being from Connecticut, I am no stranger to chilly winter rides. But in the northeast that meant layering up, putting a quarter sheet on my body...
Springtime Supplements: 40 Years of Making a Difference in Health
BY JESS CLAWSON
The secret to a business that has lasted decades in the horse world is consistent quality. Look around at other brands that have become institutions in...
Let Me Tell You a Secret: Summit Joint Performance
BY STEVE SCEARCY
Some secrets are just too good not to be shared. Summit Joint Performance began with such a secret. The formula for this revolutionary supplement was once...
Tips for Teaching 3 Common Canter Transition Mistakes Beginners Make
BY JENN ZALA
Personally, it drives me nuts to see beginners struggling with canter transitions. The kiss of death is when the horse winds up in a fast trot...
“The Call” That Proved The Importance of Horsemanship
BY ALLIE CARLSON
All horse owners have gotten “the call.” The one that tells us something is wrong. The one that sends us spinning.
On May...
Dare to Change Disciplines
BY PATRICIA PAYNE
Ever consider a career change for your horse? Don't be afraid to "look outside the box." You may discover your horse needs a change in order...
It is Still Possible to Have a Successful Working Student in Today’s Climate
BY JENNIFER TAYLOR
A couple months ago, I gave a lesson to a 14 year old named Payton. She was brave, followed direction well, and had good equitation with...
Finding a Change of Perspective 4,000 Miles from Home
BY ALLIE CARLSON
For a long time I thought my horse, Wyatt, was dumb. He was a green bean when I started riding him. He just did not catch...
Want the best horse care? You need the best horse care takers!
BY LISA LAZARUS
As much as you might want to be – you can’t be with your horse 100% of the time! Therefore, if you want to provide the...
Effective Cooling Strategies for Summer Riding
BY JESS CLAWSON
Summer is associated with a lot of extra daylight, beach vacations, and lovely hot weather. We may love it, but it can be really hard on...
What to Do About Your Horse’s Summer Skin Issues
BY JESS CLAWSON
We’re getting into summer weather now, and with no end to the rain in at least half the country, we’re all going to have to be...
How to Get That Shiny Coat for Your Horse
BY JESS CLAWSON
One of my favorite things about going to horse shows is seeing all the beautiful, well-groomed horses. It takes a lot of work on the day...
Tail Care Tricks for Different Kinds of Tails
BY JESS CLAWSON
At every boarding barn I’ve been a part of for as long as I can remember, one critical grooming protocol is debated: should we brush our...
Hoof Care: What Works
BY JESS CLAWSON
It’s no secret that I love thoroughbreds for a great many reasons: their tendency to be decent jumpers, their sensitive natures, and their proficiency in eventing....
How to Teach Beginners to Post (and keep your sanity!)
BY JENN ZALA
Teaching beginners is simple, and can be done without going nuts. All
you have to do is guide them to create the muscle memory necessary to keep their
seat...
Exercises to Build Your Horse’s Topline
BY EMILY MILLER
When I purchased my 2011 Warmblood cross mare, Dixie, in 2017 she
was very green under saddle and unbalanced in her gaits. She was particularly
weak in her...
Five Takeaways from “Fundamentals of Equitation” with Stacia Klein Madden
BY EMILY RIDEN AND MOLLY SORGE/JUMP MEDIA
Renowned trainer Stacia Klein Madden can often be found ringside during equitation classes at major horse shows across the country, including at...
Tips for Show Success Without a Trainer at the In-Gate
BY JAMIE SKUBAL
As I trot around the ring for
the under saddle, I can see trainers standing at the in gate and along the ring
making small pointers and hand...
Catch Riding… What are the Risks and Possible Protections?
BY LISA LAZARUS
TPH Editor ’s NOTE: This editorial is based on FEI rules. USEF language differs slightly and the USEF Drugs & Medication Hotline Department reported that catch...
Ten Lessons from Top Professionals at the Gold Star Clinic
BY RACHEL LONG
During the 4-day Gold Star Clinic, I had the opportunity to
learn from some of the best in our sport including Katie Prudent, DiAnn Langer,
Kirsten Coe, Will...
Equinetrips.com: The Shipping Experience You Have Always Wanted
BY EDITOR SISSY WICKES
Shipping horses can be a complicated and stressful endeavor for owner, trainer, and animal alike. We are not transporting freight that can be tossed on...
