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Mikmar’s Ergöm Lozenge Bits Approved by USEF/USDF for Dressage Competition
New Mouthpiece Features Patent-Pending Cupreon Alloy February 8, 2006––During its annual convention in January, the United States Equestrian Federation, the governing body for the United States Dressage Federation, officially approved Mikmar Bit ... Read the full article

Check Your Bit Fit- Julie Goodnight Tip of the Month
Most riders either inherit a bit when they purchase a horse or do their best to pick one off the shelf. But how many riders actually check the fit of their horses' bits and know for sure if they have the right ones for their horses? Your horse's mouth size and conformation, his level of training, and the rider's ability all determine which bit you should use. ... Read the full article

The Original Bit Fit to Appear in Four TV Episodes
Saranac, MI— The Original Bit Fit®, an innovative equine mouth measurement tool, will make its broadcast debut in four upcoming episodes of Horsecity.com TV. The show airs on RFD-TV, which is in more than 25 million American homes nationwide. The Ori ... Read the full article

Julie Goodnight Tip of the Month: Save Your Horse’s Mouth, Stop with Your Seat
You probably learned to “kick to go” and “pull to whoa” from the very start of your riding career. While this simplistic view of communicating with your horse may get you through the first few rides, you want to learn some finesse. While all the natural aids are important to master— seat, legs, hands and voice—your horse will feel your seat aids first. When you make sure that you’re using your seat correctly, you won’t have to pull so hard to make your horse whoa. Your refined and combined cues will save your horses mouth and ensure your horse gets your message as soon as possible. ... Read the full article

Certified Horsemanship Association and Bitless Bridle Join Forces
(February 2007) – The Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) and The Bitless Bridle Inc. are partnering to help horses. Many riding instructors have those good old reliable school horses that safely and patiently pack around beginner riders, occasi ... Read the full article

Choosing the Right Bit
Before trying to choose the right bit for your horse you should get his teeth checked by a veterinarian. Sometimes the teeth may have sharp points or hooks that interfere with the use of the bit. A veterinarian can properly float the horse’s teeth and prevent problems that may occur down the road with bad teeth. Once the teeth are checked out, then you may begin deciding on which bit is best for your horse. ... Read the full article

Choosing Bits
Bits are one of the most MythUnderstood pieces of horse equipment man has ever invented. The things that people think they're supposed to do with a bit in a horse's mouth are unbelievable. ... Read the full article

Learn to Ride with Soft Hands
Riding with soft hands is an awesome goal, and your horse will thank you for it. In this tip, I'm going to give you two physical and also some mental exercises. ... Read the full article

Julie Goodnight Tip of the Month: A Bit of Comfort
"When connecting reins to the bit, I prefer to use a leather to leather connection for softness and a better feel. While having metal snaps in the ends of your reins is convenient for changing reins and repositioning your reins, the constant clinking of metal on metal can be irritating to your horse and makes it difficult to have a soft and steady feel on the reins. Some leather reins have a quick connect feature made of leather, which may not be as quick and convenient as a snap, but will give you a better feel on your horse's mouth." ... Read the full article

Mikmar's New High-Tech Bit Offers the Perfect Connection Between Horse and Rider
January 31, 2007- Well known for innovative and effective bit designs, The Mikmar Bit Company breaks the mold again in introducing its newest sensation, ”The Flexion Combo”, based on the highly successful original Combination Bit. “The Flexion Combo ... Read the full article

The Original Bit Fit Helps Make Happier Horses
Innovative Product Drawing Rave Reviews from Top Professionals Saranac, MI— An innovative new product that helps make happier horses is already drawing rave reviews from top professionals. The Original Bit Fit®, a patent-pending device, offers an ... 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

Arabian Immortalized into a Stone Model Horse
Tyler, TX (October 2006) – The Peter Stone Company and the Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) are proud to announce the winner of the annual CHA Stone School Horse of the Year award - "Domino’s Crescent Moon." The Domino model was presented to ... Read the full article

Unbridled Love...........Louise Parkes reports from France for PhelpsSports.com
Cannes, FR – June 9, 2006 – Dogs and horses were having fun in the sun today ahead of the second big international class at Cannes Jumping International..... Canada's Tonya Henning won the Amateur Two-Phase with Mill Creek Rosalinde ahead of Irela ... 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

HORSE STUCK IN MUD IN THE WASH
London, 5 April/GNN/ -- MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY News Release (No:094/05) issued by the Government News Network on 5 April 2005 Yarmouth Coastguard were called today to rescue a horse and rider stuck in the mud nearly half a mile offshore at ... 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

A Handy Way to Treat Your Horse
Likit Treats & Toys Introduces Likit Treat Bars™ SCOTLAND UK - (Jan. 12, 2007) Likits has developed a great new way to show your horse or pony how much you care. The new Likit Treat Bar is a delicious treat that's shaped and packaged just like ... Read the full article

Trail Rider Expands to Eight Issues for 2007
Louisville, CO – In an era where it’s harder than ever for publications to earn market share amidst multi-media overload, Trail Rider magazine is responding to increasing customer demand with another new issue for 2007, bringing the total per year to ... Read the full article

Tracy Fenney Wins the $25,000 Harvest Grand Prix for the Seventh Time at the 2008 Dallas Harvest Horse Show
The last day of competition offered beautiful weather and a picturesque background for the competitors at the sold out Dallas Harvest Horse Show. The show was held at the prestigious Texas Rose Horse Park. ... Read the full article