One minute you’re enjoying a quiet ride through the trees, and the next your horse has spotted something you never even noticed. Every trail rider has experienced that heart-skipping moment when a harmless stump, fluttering bird, or rustling branch suddenly becomes the scariest thing in the woods. While no horse … Read More
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) requirements, imposed under EPA emissions standards since around 2010, were supposed to deliver cleaner air through Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) systems. In reality, they have created a cascade of failures—faulty sensors, sudden derates, shutdowns, and skyrocketing maintenance—that plague farmers, ranchers, truckers, and equipment operators. These headaches … Read More
Hi, today the U.S. Forest Service began rounding up wild horses in the Mono Basin of California. The horses are bound for holding pens in Alturas, California and the roundups put the animals at risk for entering the slaughter pipeline. The roundups began despite efforts from members of the Utu … Read More
After a long winter of hay, mud, and shorter days, turning horses back out onto green pasture feels like the official start of spring. It’s one of those simple seasonal moments we all look forward to—watching horses stretch their legs, lower their heads, and enjoy fresh grass again. But as … Read More
For many riders, going downhill can feel more intimidating than climbing up. A steep descent has a way of making even experienced horse people sit a little straighter, grab a little more rein, and start thinking about everything that could go wrong. And honestly, when either horse or rider loses … Read More
There’s something about that first stretch of green pasture after a long winter that makes both horses and their people happy. After months of hay, mud, and shorter days, it’s hard to resist opening the gate and letting them graze to their hearts’ content. As exciting as spring turnout is, … Read More
In the wake of the current outbreak of New World Screwworm in the United States, US Equestrian has released this guidance document containing valuable information for horse owners. The guide includes an overview of the screwworm’s life cycle and challenges, prevention and treatment strategies, and what to expect at a USEF-licensed show. Please be … Read More
Most horse people have imagined it at some point. A barn outside the back door. Horses grazing in the pasture. Room for an arena, hay storage, and maybe even a trail right off the property. Dreaming about the perfect horse setup is easy. Figuring out how to pay for it … Read More
Dr. Jena Questen Shares How a Life-Changing Accident Changed Her Perspective on Horse Training and Safety Most horse owners spend a lifetime learning from horses. Sometimes those lessons come from success. Sometimes they come from mistakes. And sometimes they come from experiences that change the way we view our horses … Read More
At some point, almost every horse owner ends up wrapping a leg. Maybe it’s after a hard workout. Maybe you’re trying to reduce swelling after an injury. Or maybe you’re protecting a wound while it heals. Whatever the reason, leg bandages are a common part of horse care. The challenge … Read More
