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Commentator's Belmont return kicks off Party at the Park
ELMONT, N.Y. – He’s New York-bred, New York tough and he’s the darling of New York racing fans. Friday afternoon, Tracy Farmer’s 8-year-old Commentator will face four other state-bred rivals at a mile in the $65,000 Kashatreya (race 3, 4 p.m. EDT) ... Read the full article

Horse Yawning and Eye Rolling
What is a horse really feeling when he yawns or rolls his eyes? It's not always what you'd think. ... Read the full article

2007 Tom Fool Handicap and Dwyer Stakes Results
A crowd of 8,415 was on hand at overcast Belmont Park on Independence Day for two Grade 2 events both contested over the main track. The $200,000 Tom Fool Breeders' Cup Handicap (G2) features older horses sprinting 7 furlongs. Richmond Runner Stakes ... Read the full article

Road to the Horse gives Warm Welcome to Returning Host
The multi-talented Rick Lamb will make a return appearance as host for the 2009 Road to the Horse at its new location in Franklin, Tennessee. Lamb has lent his talents to the competition as its host and commentator since its birth in 2003. His annual appearance has proven that he is an asset not only to the horse industry but also to the Road to the Horse. ... Read the full article

Palm Partnership Training® Tip of the Month: Ground Training is the Key to Reading the Horse and Overcoming Fears
Observing the horse on the ground gives a rider the tools to read her horse. A rider uses her eyes to interpret what the horse is thinking by watching his eyes, ears, tail, breathing, skin and overall body more easily then when riding. A rider can also learn more about her horse’s personality, sensitivity, fitness, energy, response or moods such as confidence, relaxation, worry, or boredom! ... Read the full article

FOSH Provides Funding to Nationally Distribute Anti-Soring DVD
FOSH announced that it has funded the national distribution of the award winning, anti-soring video, See It Through My Eyes. See It Through My Eyes won its creators the coveted Gold Award from the Girl Scouts of America. The DVD was produced by three senior Girl Scouts in Franklinville, New York. The Gold Award is the highest nationally recognized award a Girl Scout can earn. ... Read the full article

Finally a Horse Fly Mask for Miniature Horses
Farnam Introduces the SuperMask® Miniature Horse Fly Mask Specially Designed for Miniature Horses PHOENIX – May 2, 2007 – As any equestrian knows, horses do not like flies — especially not in their face. Those pesky flying insects actually mean t ... Read the full article

Help Your Foal Grow with Proper Nutrition
A healthy foal will grow rapidly, gaining in height, weight and strength almost before your eyes. From birth to age two, a young horse can achieve 90 percent or more of its full adult size, sometimes putting on as many as three pounds per day. Feeding young horses is a balancing act, as the nutritional start a foal gets can have a profound effect on its health and soundness for the rest of its life. ... Read the full article

All-Natural Horse Spray: “Wipe Insects Away, the Natural Way!”
Ricochet all-natural, horse spray is now available in portable, easy-to-use Ricochet Wipes! Use Ricochet Wipes all over your horse, or just on those hard-to-spray areas around your horse’s eyes, ears and nose. Take your Ricochet Wipes anywhere; they’re the all-natural way to keep the summer pests away and leave your horse with a silky, shiny coat. ... Read the full article

Looking a Horse in the Eye
Eye contact is very powerful when working with a horse, but you may be surprised at the effect that it can have. ... Read the full article

Palm Beach County Horseman’s Association Enjoys a Weekend in the Sun
Wellington, FL- September 13- Sunshine brightened the weekend of September 10-11, 2005 and contributed to a great turnout for the Palm Beach County Horseman’s Association Horse Show. Local riders and trainers gathered for an event of horsemanship and ... Read the full article

Grand Prix riders have their eyes on the $150,000 Grand Prix of the Desert
THERMAL, CA (February 16, 2009)-- With show jumping action set to resume for the second half of the 2009 HITS Desert Circuit, all eyes are beginning to shift to the $150,000 Grand Prix of the Desert which will take place on Sunday, March 22, during D ... Read the full article

All Eyes are on the Equine.com Arena
Popular Web site sponsors events, clinics at annual New England horse expo (WEST SPRINGFIELD, Mass.) October 26, 2006: Great things are planned for the Equine.com Arena at this fall’s Equine Affaire in West Springfield, Mass., November 9-12 at t ... Read the full article

The Welsh Pony Explored
The Welsh Pony knows the meaning of a hard day’s work. The breed originated in the mountains, and was built to withstand harsh weather and long, tedious work days. Over time, the breed also became known for its intelligence and loyal spirit. ... Read the full article

Shawn Casady Wins in Three Pony Hunter Divisions at Jacksonville A-Z Horse Show
Over the Hill Farm is led by trainer Bill Schaub of Sanford, FL. His students amassed seven tricolor ribbons and two classic wins this past week at the Jacksonville A-Z Horse Show. ... Read the full article

2007 Met Mile Results
The traditional Memorial Day feature at Belmont Park is the $600,000 Metropolitan Handicap (G1) for older horses at 1 mile on the main track. An on-track crowd of 14,901 was on hand under clear skies and warm temperatures for the 114th edition of the ... Read the full article

Economical Way to control Flies in the Barn
PHOENIX – April 30, 2009 – Did you know that Bronco® Equine Fly Spray plus Citronella Scent may be used as a premise spray as well as being an effective on-animal fly control spray? It is both handy and economical to use the same spray on your horse ... Read the full article

Winchester graduate commentates at Grand National and Kentucky Derby – a first in horseracing history
A graduate from the University of Winchester will be the first racetrack announcer in the history of horse racing to call two ‘stop nations’ races in the same year. Mark Johnson, who studied for a degree in Television, Film and Theatre Studies at ... Read the full article

“Face Formula”- Specially Designed for the Sensitive Face of Horses, Livestock & Dogs
The face of an animal is sensitive and can easily be injured by caustic or oily repellents. Natures Balance Care Face Formula is specially designed for the sensitive face of horses, livestock and dogs. Many livestock owners worry about the product being licked off by preening barn mates, but Natures Balance Care Face Formula is so safe it’s edible! The Aloe Vera base with Jojoba and other natural edible ingredients creates a safe barrier from flies and insects while providing anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties for those animals that are prone to fungal infections. Fly masks are always recommended when possible, but the Face Formula is effective for those times when a face mask isn’t possible or the need for extra coverage is appropriate. The Face Formula is great for trail rides while protecting the eyes and nose from flies and mosquitoes. ... Read the full article

Christina Handley Offers New Series of Online Horse Photography Courses
A new series of horse photography courses is being offered by http://www.learntotakehorsephotos.com and taught by well known horse photographers Christina Handley and Laura Cotterman. Christina and Laura are professional photographers and lifelong horse owners who bring years of field experience to their teaching. ... Read the full article