Horse racing has a long and rich history, being one of the most popular sports in the world. So, you may wonder, when do racehorses retire? In most cases, the career of a racehorse will only last a few years. Horse racing is a multi-billion dollar industry, with races all across the world. Every year, thousands
Continue Reading...7 Best Stirrups For Jumping
When it comes to horseback riding, it is very important to have quality tack. Knowing the best stirrups for jumping can ensure that you are safe and comfortable in the saddle. Whether you want breakaway stirrups or a pair to help alleviate joint pain, this list has you covered. With so many stirrups on the market,
Continue Reading...Sprenger Bow Balance Stirrups – Stainless Steel Bronze Size 120 MM
For more information please, click here Details bow form for a perfect fit superb strength and enhanced security, pivoting into 4 directions simultaneously extra wide tread for perfect balance shock-absorbing and gentle on ligaments and joints tread with two types of rubber for a better grip high breaking strength Material Stainless steel, gold Size 120 mm
Continue Reading...ROYAL EQUESTRIAN DRESSAGE SADDLE PAD BLACK SILVER FULL
For more information, please click here Details ROYAL EQUESTRIAN is described as the most stylish dressage pad ever produced. Royal saddle pads are all designed with elevated withers and have unique stop cushions instead of Velcro straps. The cushions and anti-slip silicone surfaces letters REC hold the saddle pad still and help avoid any twists during
Continue Reading...HOW TO RIDE A HORSE FOR BEGINNERS (STEP BY STEP)
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Continue Reading...USEF 2023 California Hunter/Jumper Competition Calendar Update
In January, the US Equestrian Board of Directors approved a resolution authorizing a contemporaneous review of all Hunter, Jumper, and Hunter/Jumper Licensed Competitions in California for the 2023 competition year to create a more balanced, equitable, and sustainable competition environment for competitors and organizers alike. At the end of April, the Competitions Department communicated with
Continue Reading...Recognizing and Preventing Exhaustion in Horses
Exhausted horse syndrome refers to a range of metabolic and physiologic conditions that may occur when horses become fatigued. Affected horses may display a decrease in energy, appetite or appear stiff and weak. In serious cases, cardiac arrhythmias, shock, muscle damage, colic and diarrhea may develop. Horses that are under-conditioned, performing in endurance events or
Continue Reading...Lamaze Predicts Worlds Podium After Nations’ Cup of Rome
The Canadian Show Jumping Team finished fifth among 10 countries competing for the €220,000 Nations’ Cup held Friday, May 27, during the CSIO5* Rome, Italy. Not one to mess with a successful format, chef d’equipe Eric Lamaze sent out the same four horse-rider combinations, in the same order, as he had two weeks earlier in
Continue Reading...Redirect a Herd Bound Horse
As herd animals, horses naturally find security in being with other horses. When riding in a group, it’s common for a horse to become anxious if separated from the group, pawing, nickering and pushing on the bit. Wyoming horseman and clinician Ken McNabb says the remedy for such angst is reconnecting with the herd bound horse. “The horse
Continue Reading...From Skis to Stirrups
This September I walked into Stanford’s Freshman Activities Fair knowing exactly what team I wanted to join: the Alpine Ski Team. Growing up in France, I began skiing at the age of 5, and I have been racing for the last 7 years, so I was sure that was the team for me. But as
Continue Reading...Feeding Sweet Potatoes instead of Carrots as Treat for your Horse?
Both sweet potatoes and carrots can be offered to your horses as treats. Carrots contain about 88% water, while sweet potatoes have about 77%, making sweet potatoes slightly more nutrient-dense. Both are relatively poor sources of protein because of the high water content (carrot, 0.9%; sweet potato, 1.6%; as fed). The primary nutrient difference lies
Continue Reading...2022 CDI Bolesworth and Elite Dressage Auction Cancelled
The show organisation of the 2022 CDI Bolesworth on 24 – 26 June has announced that the event as well as its Elite Dressage Auction due to take place on Saturday 25 June have been cancelled. Bolesworth was marked by several British riders as their last team observation/selection trial for the World Championships in Herning. Ticket Sales
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