Building a Horse’s Confidence at Shows
Thursday, June 05 2014
Taking a horse to his first horse show can be a stressful and worrisome experience.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Mangalarga Marchador
Monday, June 02 2014
If you are a fan of gaited horses, the Mangalarga Marchador might be for you.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
College eventing is growing!
Sunday, June 01 2014
Just three years ago an eventing team at USC Aiken was just an idea. I vividly remember attending my first equestrian meeting at USCA with “Eventing?” on the power point and that was it.
- Published in Pacer Pride, Z-Blogs
How Technology Can Make You a Better Horseperson
Friday, May 30 2014
Today horse owners and riders have more technology at their hands than ever before. That technology is constantly being improved and applied to the horse world in different ways. Have you used technology to improve your riding or horse knowledge?
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Designing an Outdoor Wash Rack
Friday, May 23 2014
Wash racks make the task of bathing your horse easier – you definitely want at least one at your barn .
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
The Suffolk Punch
Monday, May 19 2014
The immense and impressive Suffolk Punch has a rich history – it is the oldest breed of heavy horse in Britain to exist today while still closely resembling its ancestors.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Basic Human First-Aid That Any Horse Person Should Know
Friday, May 16 2014
Do you know what to do in the event that a rider is injured and is left unconscious? Could you recognize the signs of shock, and do you know how to treat it? If you spend time around horses, then it’s possible that you will have to help a rider in a serious situation.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
The First Royal Windsor Horse Show Was Held in May of 1943
Monday, May 12 2014
In May of 1943, the first ever Royal Windsor Horse Show was held, beginning an annual tradition still in effect today. Founded by Geoffrey Cross and Count Robert Orssich, the first Royal Windsor Horse Show was part of the “Wings for Victory” effort to raise money to purchase war bombers for use during World War II. The first Royal Windsor Horse show was attended by King George VI as well as Queen Elizabeth
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Keeping Your Cool in Emergencies
Wednesday, April 30 2014
If you work around horses long enough, an emergency will arise. Being able to remain calm and think clearly during an emergency involving a horse is an important skill to have.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Equine History: The Dressage Phase of the Del Mar National Horse Show Is Held
Monday, April 28 2014
Did you know that the hunter/jumper phase of the Del Mar National Horse Show runs this week? The celebrated show, held annually at the Del Mar Fairgrounds of Del Mar, California, includes dressage, Western, and hunter/jumper events. The Del Mar National Horse Show was originally a part of the San Diego County Fair
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs