Could Your Horse Be a Therapeutic Horse?
Thursday, August 13 2015
When it comes to your plans for your horse’s retirement , is donating him to a therapeutic riding program an option? Donating your horse to a therapeutic riding program may seem like an ideal option, but therapeutic riding horses need to possess a very special set of skills. Could your horse make the cut?
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Things Only Riders Understand
Thursday, August 13 2015
Riders are a unique group of people. We find enjoyment in riding thousand-plus-pound animals, in challenging ourselves to overcome our natural fears, and in paying exorbitant amounts of money to do so. But let’s be honest – we all love being a part of this fascinating group
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Invictus® Presents Innovative Saddle Pad with Intelligent Molecule Technology
Tuesday, August 11 2015
Press Release Bonn, Germany – 05.August, 2015 A new brand with a new concept, Invictus® presents an innovative technology in a protective saddle pad: Only 1.1cm (0.43”) thin, the Invictus® pad outperforms the competition with clearly higher protection values, providing a shield against of pressures at low- to high energy levels. Saddle fit and contact remain unaltered.
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
The Mental Aspect of Riding Alone
Tuesday, August 11 2015
If you’ve ever gone riding alone, you understand that riding solo is very different from riding when a friend is present.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
What You Should Know About Ulcers in Horses
Thursday, August 06 2015
Ulcers. It’s a diagnosis that horse owners dread.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Finding a Good Home for Your Sale Horse
Wednesday, August 05 2015
When it comes to selling a horse , you want to ensure that he goes to the best home possible. But the truth is that once you sell your horse, you lose control over how he’s treated and cared for
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
John Whitaker Celebrates 60th Birthday and Confirms Attendance at Longines Masters of Los Angeles
Wednesday, August 05 2015
John Whitaker of United Kingdom rides Argento celebrates after winnig the Longines Grand Prix during the Longines Hong Kong Masters 2015 at the AsiaWorld Expo on 15 February 2015 in Hong Kong, China. Photo by Xaume Olleros / Power Sport Images Today, August 5 th , one of the greatest riders of all time, Great Britain’s John Whitaker, celebrates his 60 th birthday, a milestone which does not signal retirement for the indefatigable champion – far from it
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Riding Alone Safely
Tuesday, August 04 2015
At some point, almost any rider will have to ride alone. You may even ride alone on a regular basis. Riding alone can be a wonderful way to connect with your horse, but there’s also an element of danger to mounting up when you’re the only one on the property.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Full Gallop Farm: Keeping “schooling” in schooling shows
Thursday, July 30 2015
I spent my Sunday cross country jump judging at Full Gallop Farm for their July schooling horse trials. We were unfortunately very short on volunteers but everyone kept a positive attitude while judging multiple fences. From my standpoint the show ran smoothly.
- Published in Pacer Pride, Z-Blogs
Ways to Work Show Horse Ribbons into Your Home Decor
Thursday, July 30 2015
As we work our way through show season, do you find that your ribbons are starting to take over, well, everything?
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs