Bits and Pieces of horse news from around the country.

A Paris Horse Adventure: Saut Hermes 2022

By Kimberly Summers   I’m in Paris.  Let’s just start with that.  Add in a dose of Eiffel Tower, elegant style, the most refined equestrian show jumpers the world over, with rider’s talent rivaling that which has been done perfectly in Paris for centuries, and a venue wrapped up as pretty as a Hermès package. 
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Better Business with Malvern Bank: Michael Meller’s Secrets to Success

By Hillary Dobbs, V.P., Director of Equestrian, Malvern Bank   Michael Meller was not “to the manor born,” but his impressive career has been an exercise in helping horses and people become “to the manor bred.”   When he was young, Michael had a passion to be around horses, and he had to be resourceful
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Third Annual Painted Ponies Art Walk takes over Southern Pines, NC!

Public Art Display to benefit the Carolina Horse Park Foundation Raeford, NC (January 5, 2022) – Soon, the Painted Ponies will roam the streets of downtown Southern Pines! The third annual Painted Ponies Art Walk runs from January 29 through the end of March as 15 fiberglass Ponies line Broad Street for visitors to enjoy

Old Salem Farm Owner Scott Hakim Announces Olympian McLain Ward as Spring Horse Show Co-Chairman and Launches Grand Prix Ring Renovation at Old Salem Farm

NORTH SALEM, N.Y., November 30, 2021 — Scott Hakim, owner of Old Salem Farm in North Salem, New York, one of the most prestigious equestrian horse show venues in the country, announced that McLain Ward, as co-chair of the Spring Horse Shows, is collaborating with the farm to put together the 2022 horse show circuit

First Steps Toward Your Residential Mortgage: A Conversation with Residential Lender John Stack

There are various theories and predictions on the future of the real estate market, but one thing is for sure: real estate continues to be a hot topic—and a hot commodity.  Purchasing a house or farm may seem daunting for a first-time buyer, and even the seasoned or informed buyer may have some questions given

Better Business with Malvern: Shanette Barth Cohen & The Hampton Classic 2021

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

University College Dublin researchers recruiting horses and ponies for Equine Cushing’s research

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 says “Yes!” to EQUITANA USA 2021

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

New equestrian podcast hosted by elite riders set for global launch

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

Understanding the Benefits of Light

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,