Who Speaks For The Carriage Horses?
Wednesday, December 24 2014
There is great support for the Carriage Horses in New York City – from all over the Big Apple itself and also from around this country and people connected via the internet in other parts of the world. Three major New York City newspapers have changed their tunes – check out what the NY Times says about the controversy on the NYT Opinion Page, December 7 .
- Published in Lauren Gallops, Z-Blogs
Christmas Carriage Parade Ushers In Holiday Spirit With Equestrian Flair
Tuesday, December 23 2014
Christmas Carriage Parade Ushers In Holiday Spirit With Equestrian Flair By Kim MacMillan All photos, unless otherwise noted, are by Allen and Kim MacMillan and Tammy Brown/Copyright MacMillan Photography. Photos may not be reproduced without permission. Photos are available for purchase at photo@looncreekenterprises.com or 260-468-2392.
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
Flesh and Blood 2
Tuesday, December 23 2014
In 2012 my son began riding and entered his first horse shows, I wrote “Flesh and Blood 1,” as a parent watching his son show and less as the professional trainer that I am. I wrote about how my wife ( who by the way was also once a professional trainer) and I were just like all the “whacko,” parents of the kids we teach; we video taped everything, coddled him, took thousands of pictures, made sure he had a drink even before he left the ring, and whooped like idiots for all his trips, even if they were crappy. It’s has now been almost 3 years of him showing and about to be 2015, and things haven’t really changed
- Published in In the Irons, Z-Blogs
The Fell Pony
Monday, December 22 2014
The Fell Pony has a rich and unique history dating all the way back to 15,000 B.C.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Improving Horse Welfare: Responsible Horse Breeding and Ownership
Friday, December 19 2014
HSUS logo Nothing compares to the special bond people can share with horses. So, it’s no wonder that many equestrians yearn for a horse to call their own, a familiar face peering over the stall door—ears pricked and muzzle outstretched for a treat—day after day.
- Published in Tails & Trails, Z-Blogs
Tips to Prepare for Your Horse’s Move to a New Boarding Barn
Friday, December 19 2014
When planning to move your horse to a new boarding barn, it’s helpful to make a to-do list to ensure that you get everything necessary done before the day of the move. Knowing that you have accomplished what you need to do before the move will make the actual moving day less stressful on both you and your horse. Need to put together a to-do list
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
PETER POOR FROM STAGE HILL POLO ON SIDELINESTV
Thursday, December 18 2014
Peter Poor from Stage Hill Polo in Ipswich Massachusetts and Wellington Florida discusses his polo school and his expansion to Florida for the High Goal season.
- Published in Sidelines TV
Tips for Choosing Stall Accessories
Thursday, December 18 2014
If a barn renovation or upgrade is in your plans for 2015, then choosing stall accessories will be on your to-do list. When choosing stall accessories, there are particular factors that you will want to look for. Here are some tips to ensure that you get the most out of the stall accessories that you select.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Gifts for the Horse Lover in Your Life: Level 3
Wednesday, December 17 2014
If you’ve been following our gift-giving series, you’ll know that our first two posts covered stocking stuffers and larger gifts for a horse lover .
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
2014 National Cutting Horse Association Futurity
Monday, December 15 2014
From November 20 th through December 13 th this year, cutting horse enthusiasts will descend on Fort Worth, Texas. The National Cutting Horse Association (NCHA) World Championship Futurity brings together the very best 3-year-old cutting horses under the roof of the Will Rogers Memorial Center. The event, offering $4 million in prize money, spans 25 days and attracts crowds of thousands of spectators every year.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs