It’s no secret to those who know me that the Hampton Classic holds a special place in my heart. I have been blessed to have had a few riding career highlights at the Classic—winning the Grand Prix Qualifier and the featured Sunday Grand Prix in 2008 were two standouts. There were character-building moments along the way as

Researchers at University College Dublin today announced a collaboration with researchers at the University of Kentucky’s Gluck Equine Research Centre for a large-scale study to investigate the effects of blue light treatment in PPID horses over a 12-month period. The research team is led by Dr. Barbara Anne Murphy, Head of Equine Science within the

Kentucky Horse Park Debut of Global Event Pushes Industry Forward, Capped by Marriage Proposal LEXINGTON, Ky. (October 4, 2021) — A marriage proposal was the icing on a huge cake celebrating the horse at EQUITANA USA this weekend. Thousands of fans poured into the Kentucky Horse Park Friday, Saturday and Sunday to experience the first

Co-hosts Amanda Ross (Australian Eventer, Olympian) and Rebecca “Bex” Mason (British International Grand Prix Showjumper) today announced the launch of their new podcast series, THE EQUESTRIAN EXPERIENCE PODCAST.    In a world where knowledge is the key to success, THE EQUESTRIAN EXPERIENCE PODCAST series is designed to provide access to the combined experience of successful

The lengthening days of spring have long been associated with increased fertility, increased muscle response to exercise, improved coat condition, mood and general well-being. The length of time horses receive light and the quality of light are key factors to consider when administrating light to horses. Improving performance for the competition horse occurs when mood,

Let’s conduct an experiment. I’m going to describe a professional to you—he’s a friend of mine. He is a shareholder at Greenberg Traurig, LLP, one of the most prestigious international and multi-practice law firms in the country. After I’ve told you a bit more about him, I want you to imagine the man you think

“Shorty” Koger grew up in a chunk of Oklahoma so small they didn’t even have fences— cattle just roamed freely about the countryside.  It might seem an unlikely origin for someone who ended up becoming an icon in the equestrian and cowboy worlds.  But maybe it is less surprising when you get to know Shorty

When you have 72 hours to raise $750,000, during the time of COVID, and if you don’t, the renowned annual equestrian event you run will not take place, what do you do? Just recently, I had the pleasure of speaking to someone who knows the answer to that question from firsthand experience. Lee Carter, the

Equilume’s Stable Lighting is the newest innovation in lighting technology and provides biologically effective light in a system that replicates the benefits of nature’s environmental lighting for the stabled horse. When installed, this science-backed lighting system immediately acts to influence health, performance and welfare by naturally strengthening the horse’s circadian rhythms. A key proven component is the blue-enriched daytime light

The campaign proceeds will directly benefit Saddle Up!   FRANKLIN, Tenn. (May 20, 2021) – The nearly monthlong campaign Pony Up! for Saddle Up!officially surpassed its goal of $35,000 as of May 7. “We’re incredibly moved by the support we received through this year’s campaign,” said Tricia Ward, Saddle Up!’s development associate. “The funds raised through Pony