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Julie Goodnight Releases Three New DVDs in Principles of Riding Series
Poncha Springs, Colorado, October 24, 2006: Horse trainer and clinician Julie Goodnight (of Poncha Springs, Colorado) releases three new DVD installments in her Goodnight’s Principles of Riding series: Volume 3—Perfect Practice: Exercises to Improve ... Read the full article

Eat at Adam's Ribs to Benefit Canter-Mid Atlantic
The only thing better than the mouth-watering ribs, steaks and seafood served at Adam’s Ribs is knowing that 10% of the August dine-in and carry-out receipts will go to CANTER-Mid Atlantic and the ex-race horses they rehab and re-home. Before visiting Adam’s Ribs at 169 Mayo Rd., Edgewater, MD, to participate, download the Adam’s Ribs’ CANTER-Mid Atlantic Benefit coupon from www.canterusa.org/midatlantic and present it to your server so that ex-race horses in the Mid-Atlantic area can have a chance for a second career. ... Read the full article

The Laurels At Landhope – Friday Recap
Suzy Stafford of Bear, DE, has a commanding lead in the Advanced Single Pony Championship after dressage, scoring a 73.1% from the five judges for a total of just 43.01 penalty points. That puts Stafford at the top of the ten competitors by nearly ten points over second place Miranda Cadwell at 52.86, and Mary Mott-Kocsis in third with 53.63. ... Read the full article

10 Tips for Preventing Colic
The number one killer of horses is colic. Colic is not a disease, but rather a combination of signs that alert us to abdominal pain in the horse. Colic can range from mild to severe, but it should never be ignored. Many of the conditions that cause colic can become life threatening in a relatively short period of time. Only by quickly and accurately recognizing colic – and seeking qualified veterinary help – can the chance for recovery be maximized. ... Read the full article

10 Tips for Caring for the Older Horse
Because of advances in nutrition, management and health care, horses are living longer, more useful lives. It’s not uncommon to find horses and ponies living well into their 20s and 30s. While genetics play a role in determining life span, you too, can have an impact. ... Read the full article

LAHJA Horsemanship & Rosewood Medal Finals
Gold Coast 6 was home to two medal finals: the 2008 LAHJA Rosewood Medal Finals (sponsored by DaMoor's Feed & Tack) and the 2008 LAHJA Horsemanship Medal Finals. While the counter canter proved to be the downfall of the majority of competitors in both finals, the eventual champions showed why they led the victory gallops. ... Read the full article

Tips on Preparing for an Equestrian Vacation
The outdoors experience draws many equestrian vacationers. Breathtaking scenery, close-up views of wildlife, creaking of saddle leather, birds singing in distant trees and the soft clop-clop of horses' hooves are all part of the experience. One important thing to keep in mind when going on an equestrian vacation is to be prepared. Here are some tips to help you choose, and prepare for, your equestrian vacation. ... Read the full article

4 Tips to Improve Leg Yields
People often tell me that their horses leg yield works very well as far as going sideways is concerned, but they tend to toss their heads and show resistance to the reins. In desperation, some riders even use a tie down to put pressure on the nose to discourage their horses from yanking at the reins. ... Read the full article

Bringing a Retired Racehorse Home - What to Expect From Your New Friend
Free workshop for potential owners offers keys to ex-racehorse ownership BARRINGTON, Ill., May 16 /PRNewswire/ -- As they turn for home in this year's Triple Crown races, the Thoroughbred racehorses vying for racing's top prizes will achieve top ... Read the full article

Grand Working Hunter Championship Goes to Cookie Beck and Winter Place at Horse Shows by the Bay
The 2008 Horse Shows by the Bay equestrian festival continued competition today in its first scheduled week, which runs through Sunday, July 20. The entire show continues until Sunday, August 3. ... Read the full article

AHP Member Finds Breyer/Reeves International a Model of Support
When AHP Affiliate member L.A. Pomeroy, of Northampton, Massachusetts, was invited by 4-H organizers to lead a youth workshop on model horse collecting and showing, the former consultant for Breyer/Reeves International knew just where to turn. ... Read the full article

Maggie McAlary Wins Her Second Equitation Final of the Year
Syracuse, NY – November 5, 2006 – The ASPCA Maclay National Championship hosted the top junior riders in the nation at the Syracuse Invitational Sporthorse Tournament on November 4-5, 2006. The top four riders battled it out in a work-off and once th ... Read the full article

David Wright and Renaissance Triumph in the USHJA International Hunter Derby
David Q Wright of Murfreesboro, TN partnered with Renaissance have the distinct honor of winning the $10,000 USHJA 2008-2009 ASG Software Solutions International Hunter Derby presented by Dietrich Insurance, being held for the first time at the Gulf Coast Winter Classics. ... Read the full article

Consistent Grand Prix Performance for Leslie Morse
Wellington, Florida – August 1, 2006 – American World Equestrian Games team hope Leslie Morse pulled off a consistent Grand Prix to finish second at the Hickstead CDI*** in Sussex, England (July 27–30). Leslie rode her Swedish stallion, Tip Top, for ... Read the full article

Hoy Takes the Lead at Badminton.....Amber Heintzberger reports from England
Badminton, GB – May 5, 2006 – It looked as if Ingrid Klimke might hang on to her overnight lead at the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials (GBR), but Andrew Hoy and Moonfleet rocketed into the lead by 4.1 points in the early afternoon. Hoy is st ... Read the full article

$10,000 Ladies’ Side Saddle Hunter Joins Washington International Horse Show Schedule
Washington, D.C. – September 6, 2006 – The 2006 Washington International Horse Show (WIHS) returns to the Verizon Center this year on October 24-29 in downtown Washington D.C. to host one of the most exciting and innovative horse show events in the c ... Read the full article

Betting on the Kentucky Derby: How to Pick a Winning Horse
As the first leg of the Triple Crown Races, the Kentucky Derby is one of the world’s most preeminent horse racing events. Among bettors, it’s also one of the most popular. ... Read the full article

Christopher Hickey and Regent Reign Superior in HP Prix St. Georges at Cosequin Wellington Dressage
Wellington, FL – February 8, 2007 – While hunters have the week off, dressage riders stepped out in grandeur today at the Palm Beach Polo Equestrian Club for the first day of competition in Cosequin Wellington Dressage. In the USEF High Performan ... Read the full article

Western-Saddle-Guide.com Provides Saddle Know-How to New Riders
Novice Riders turn to the Web for comprehensive and in-depth information on western saddles Dillon, Montana, November 1, 2006 – Western-Saddle-Guide.com, a comprehensive online resource for western saddles, is providing new western riders with an ... Read the full article

Self Control Precedes Horse Control
Merely causing a horse to do something does not mean that you are in control of the horse. Think about the times you have seen someone put a chain lead shank under a horse's chin or over its nose. They may have been successful in leading that horse from Point A to Point B but the use of that shank is a dead giveaway that they were not really in control. If they were, coercive equipment would not be necessary. ... Read the full article