The Homes for Horses Coalition Provides Support to the Equine Rescue Community
Tuesday, February 10 2015
HSUS logo The Homes for Horses Coalition is a group of like-minded horse rescues and sanctuaries dedicated to ending horse slaughter and other forms of equine abuse, while promoting growth, collaboration and professionalism in the equine rescue and protection community. The Coalition was founded in 2007 and is supported by the Animal Welfare Institute, American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and The Humane Society of the United States through the Jim and Jeannie Dodson Equine Protection Fund. The Homes for Horses Coalition is actively engaged in improving the lives of America’s equines by advancing the highest operating standards for equine rescue and retirement homes, promoting responsible horse ownership and facilitating communication and collaboration among equine welfare organizations.
- Published in Tails & Trails, Z-Blogs
Foal Equestrian and Sidelines Magazine Supermodel Contest
Monday, February 09 2015
Calling all fashionistas! Looking to add to your equestrian wardrobe? Then you’re in luck!
Sidelines Magazine and Foal Equestrian are partnering to provide you with the chance to win a $350 gift card to use online for the Foal Line, … [Read more]
- Published in Editor's Notes, Z-Blogs
Should You Build a Barn Apartment?
Monday, February 09 2015
Many barns, especially large facilities, feature apartments that are either above the barn or located on the property. When planning your barn building project, whether or not to include an apartment is a choice that you will face. You will want to consider the following points when deciding whether to build an apartment with your barn
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Mustangs Start Slow Out of the Gate
Saturday, February 07 2015
Hey Y’all. SMU Equestrian has continued to struggle in the spring season as we have dropped three straight competitions.
Winter Equestrian Festival’s Second Annual Pony Derby To Benefit Give A Buck For Special Equestrians
Friday, February 06 2015
Pony Derby to Benefit Give a Buck for Special Equestrians (Photo Credit: Sissy DeMaria) WINTER EQUESTRIAN FESTIVAL’S SECOND ANNUAL PONY DERBY TO BENEFIT GIVE A BUCK FOR SPECIAL EQUESTRIANS Jump for the Children Pony Derby Fundraiser to be Held March 6 th at WEF WELLINGTON, FL (Jan. 20, 2015) Give a Buck for Special Equestrians is kicking off the New Year with the announcement of the Winter Equestrian Festival’s Second Annual Jump for the Children Pony Derby Classic to be held March 6 th .
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
USC Aiken Polo Match Sunday!
Friday, February 06 2015
The USC Aiken Polo team has had an incredibly year! The team, who not long ago was in fear of disappearing due to many members graduating, is now becoming one of the most successful club sports at USC Aiken.
- Published in Pacer Pride, Z-Blogs
Fun Ways to Beat the Winter Riding Blues
Thursday, February 05 2015
As the cold weather drags on, it tends to feel like the end of winter is nowhere in sight. Luckily, we’ve come up with some fun activities for you to help beat the winter riding (or non-riding) blues.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
How to Clean Water Buckets and Horse Troughs During Winter
Wednesday, February 04 2015
Providing your horse with access to fresh, clean water is important year-round, but keeping buckets and troughs clean in the winter can be a challenge. Rather than battling the algae that often grows in troughs and buckets during the summer, the winter brings cold temperatures that can make cleaning buckets and troughs difficult
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
What Is It Like Living Above a Horse Barn?
Monday, February 02 2015
Have you ever wanted to live with your horses?
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
From Wellington to Tryon — World Class Showing in My Backyard Again
Friday, January 30 2015
Where’s my hairnet? Visiting with George Morris at the Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington, Florida. Photo by Emily Allongo — emilyallongophotography.com By Jan Westmark I lived in South Florida for many years and loved showing at the Winter Equestrian Festival
- Published in Editor's Notes, Z-Blogs