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Horses like Predictability too
“What is my job?” That is the primary question a Metal Horse asks. In her book, “Horse Harmony, Understanding Horse Types and Temperaments,” Dr. Madalyn Ward D.V.M. provides the tools to help you (help your horse), and strengthen your relationship with them. ... Read the full article

Personality Test Your Horse (or Yourself) in Just 5 Minutes Online at HorseHarmonyTest.com
If you’ve ever wished your horse came with an owner’s manual, a new web site may be just what the doctor ordered. Dr. Madalyn Ward D.V.M, author of “Horse Harmony, Understanding Horse Types and Temperaments” is now offering online horse and human per ... Read the full article

Horse Matching-The Earth Horse (Part 5 of 5)
In the last installments, you’ve learned about the Traditional Chinese Medicine theory of the Five Elements. Five Elements include Water, Fire, Wood, Metal and Earth—each represents a specific personality type and relates to body organs. It’s time to discuss the last of the elements—Earth. Here, we’ll analyze the Earth element—discussing how Earth horses often behave. ... Read the full article

Horse Matching-The Fire Horse (Part 2 of 5)
In the Traditional Chinese Medicine thought pattern, five elements—Water, Fire, Wood, Metal and Earth—describe each mammal’s personality and even impact body function. How do these types apply to horses? Your horse’s personality, health and disposition point to his type. Knowing your horse’s constitutional type can help you choose the proper diet and know how to treat him for optimum training results. ... Read the full article

Horse Matching-The Water Horse (Part 1 of 5)
For centuries, Traditional Chinese Medicine has taught that each person has a basic type—the words Water, Fire, Wood, Metal and Earth each represent a specific personality type and relates to specific body organs. Now, it’s time to relate these “Five Element” terms to our horses. Knowing your horse’s constitutional type can help you make dietary and lifestyle choices for him that will best support his overall needs on an ongoing basis. If you are looking for a new horse, Five Element typing will aid you in selecting a horse that is well-suited for your lifestyle, the specific activity you wish to undertake with him, or a particular training style. ... Read the full article

There is no Convincing a Shao Yang Type Horse
Most riders have experienced a day when their horse just doesn’t want to work, and with unending frustration, nothing is accomplished. ... 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

Horse Matching-The Wood Horse (Part 3 of 5)
It’s time to talk about Wood horses—and we aren’t talking toys or Trojan horses. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Wood element is used to describe people and animals who love a challenge and have extra energy. In the Five Element Theory—with elements including Water, Fire, Wood, Metal and Earth—each element describes a constitutional and personality type. ... 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

2007 NRCHA Raffle Colt Donated by Ward Ranch
The National Reined Cow Horse Association (NRCHA) and Ward Ranch have announced the selection of the 2007 NRCHA Raffle Colt. Each year the historic Ward Ranch of Kingsburg, CA, donates an exceptional 2-year-old to be raffled off to benefit the NRCHA ... Read the full article

Trained to Win: The Art of High Performance Disciplines
The majority of riders who compete in equestrian competitions aim to win. They know that a gold metal does not come easily, nor is preparation for a competition merely an occasional weekend ride. It takes commitment, an investment in the success of the horse and rider team. ... Read the full article

Lesley Ward Named Editor-in-Chief of Bowtie Inc.’s Equine Magazine Group
FOUNDER OF POPULAR KIDS’ RIDING MAGAZINE TO MANAGE HORSE TITLES AT AMERICA’S PREMIER PET PUBLISHER IRVINE, CA, December 10, 2007 – BowTie, Inc., the world’s premier pet publisher, is proud to announce the promotion of Young Rider Editor Lesley War ... 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

Liz Pinkston Wins Barrel Racing Average at the 2005 NFR
SUCCEED (TM)-Sponsored Rider Combines Good Health, Fast Turns to Meet Her Goal Aurora, OH (December 22, 2005) -- Liz Pinkston and Speedy Doc Holiday fired hard at this year’s Wrangler National Finals Rodeo Barrel Racing and took home the top spot ... Read the full article

McLain Ward and Larioso Charge to $10,000 National Horse Show Open Speed Stake Win
Wellington, FL - December 8, 2007 - McLain Ward and the 12-year-old Selle Francais gelding Larioso, who is owned by Blue Chip Bloodstock, raced to the win today over 18 other competitors to win their first class of the week at the 124th National Hors ... Read the full article

YOUNG RIDER® Magazine Receives Prestigious Pegasus Award from the United States Equestrian Federation®
THE PREMIER MAGAZINE FOR YOUNG HORSE AND PONY LOVERS TAKES AWARD FOR OVERALL PUBLICATION OF THE YEAR IRVINE, CA, January 21, 2008 – Each year, the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF), the national governing body for equestrian sport, presen ... Read the full article

New Cupreon Alloy Leaves a Good Taste in Both the Horse’s and the Rider’s Mouth
January 31, 2006----“Cupreon is a new material created exclusively for Mikmar, specifically for the benefit of horses,” says Dan Weyand, president of Mikmar Bit Company. “We don’t take anything for granted, especially when it comes to the products de ... Read the full article

Ward Ranch leading sire, Just Plain Colonel, dies at 25
Just Plain Colonel, died from complications of colic on Wednesday, July 23, 2008 at the age of 25. The stallion was the National Reined Cow Horse Association's (NRCHA) Number Six All-Time Leading Sire, and has appeared on reined cow horse, cutting and reining leading sire lists consecutively from 1995-2007. ... Read the full article

World Record Set at Keeneland
Robert C. Tanklage and Wesley Ward’s One Hot Wish, a two-year-old filly making her first career start, set a world record of :48.87 for 4 ½ furlongs in the second race at Keeneland on April 12, 2007. One Hot Wish, ridden by Rafael Bejarano, led t ... Read the full article