A Tale of Two Horse Shows
Tuesday, October 28 2014
HSUS logo At The Humane Society of the United States, we know that the majority of horses are happiest when they have jobs and are physically and mentally healthy enough to train in a discipline most suited to their body type, skills and personality. Not all horses are suited for all disciplines.
- Published in Tails & Trails, Z-Blogs
CIGAR: Great Racehorse – Gone But Not Forgotten
Tuesday, October 28 2014
When the great racehorse Cigar, 24, crossed the rainbow bridge on Oct. 7 from complications following surgery on his neck for severe osteoarthritis, the world mourned.
- Published in Lauren Gallops, Z-Blogs
SMU Upsets No. 1 UGA
Monday, October 27 2014
Hey Y’all. SMU Equestrian beat the No. 1 ranked University of Georgia on Sunday! It came down to the very last ride, but the Mustangs were able to pull out the win against the defending national champions. At the end of the competition, it was tied 9-9
Pimlico Race Course Opened for the First Time – October 25, 1870
Monday, October 27 2014
On October 25, 1870, Pimlico Race Course, located in Baltimore, Maryland, opened its doors for the first time. Pimlico Race Course is the second oldest racetrack in the United States – Saratoga is the first, having opened in 1864.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
The Inside Scoop on Volunteering for a Therapeutic Riding Center
Friday, October 24 2014
Have you ever been tempted to volunteer for a therapeutic riding center? Do you wonder what exactly is involved
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Equestrian Super Stars Headed to Lexington for 2014 National Horse Show
Thursday, October 23 2014
Three of four members of the US WEG team will compete at this year’s National Horse Show.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Preparing a Horse for Sale
Thursday, October 23 2014
When it comes to selling your horse, making him stand out from the crowd of other horses for sale is important in finding him a new home. When you prepare to show your horse to potential buyers, there are a few major tasks that you’ll want to be sure to do
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Aubrienne Krysiewicz-Bell and Laurie Barna Win $10,000 WIHS Children’s and Adult Hunter Championships
Wednesday, October 22 2014
Monopoly and Aubrienne Krysiewicz-Bell Photo By Jennifer Wood Media Washington, D.C. – October 21, 2014 – The 56th annual Washington International Horse Show (WIHS) began Tuesday with the first day of hunter competition at Verizon Center in downtown Washington, D.C. The day featured professional and amateur hunters showing in the first classes of their divisions as well as year-end championships for the children’s and adult hunter riders.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs