The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) announced today that applications to compete in the 2026 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America, are now open through January 23, 2026. The Thoroughbred Makeover is the largest and most lucrative retraining competition in North America for recently-retired Thoroughbred racehorses … Read More
Up to $11 Million Designated for Fertility Control; Slaughter Protections Maintained WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 8, 2026 – American Wild Horse Conservation welcomes the passage of the U.S. House of Representatives FY26 Interior Appropriations bill, which includes funding for humane management and protections for America’s wild horses and burros following months of advocacy … Read More
The 40th annual Idaho Horse Expo will be held April 3-5, 2026 at the Ford Idaho Horse Park in Nampa, Idaho. If you are a horse lover of any age, you can’t miss this event. The expo features internationally know clinicians, as well as local clinicians and trainers. The featured … Read More
As The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) continues to evolve and enhance the Pony Club experience for members and participants, multiple changes will go into effect in 2026 that will impact both members and the wider equestrian community. The biggest changes will be seen at the … Read More
In this interactive workshop, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of horse behavior and communication through evidence based information from Lucinda Baker’s Being Herd program and Horse Speak®. We’ll explore the science and language of horses, focusing on presence and connection when working with your herd. Using a mix of videos, … Read More
As we approach a New Year I am excited for the direction we are heading. While I will miss doing the monthly digital magazine there will be more powerful ways to help you build your business, connect with other horse lovers and learn new ways of navigating horse care and … Read More
Loving the Old Days but Looking Forward I have a hard time with change. I push back against it, bury my head in the sand, and deny reality. But life is full of change, and I know intellectually it’s a good thing. To change is to adapt and to adapt … Read More
How to Protect Large Animals in a Fire Emergency By Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences Staff The winter chill has begun to blow through the U.S., and the comfort of a warm fire is a welcome respite. But as owners move their large animals into their … Read More
Keeping livestock healthy can feel like a delicate balancing act, and winter weather makes that even harder. Cold fronts, sudden temperature swings, and damp conditions can weaken animals’ immune systems, making them more vulnerable to respiratory illnesses like pneumonia. Dr. Kevin Washburn, a professor at the Texas A&M College of … Read More
Week # 1 – Jan. 24, 2026- Orientation to the Equine Mandala through the Horse’s Sensory WorldTheme: Part 1- Learn to read the horses body language though understanding their Sensory World. Week # 2 -Jan. 31, 2026- Equine Mandala & the Horse’s Nervous SystemTheme: Part 2- Learn to read the … Read More
