Reining horses hardly stand a chance

“A lot of reining horses eliminate themselves early on, even if they have the ability and the try, because they can’t hold up.“ – Timothy Bartlett, DVM, of Vincennes, Ind., has been actively involved in the sport as a president of NRHA and an NRHA judge. An interesting view that it […]

No Really, Can We Stop Excusing Horse Abuse?

I swear that Equestrians are experts in making excuses. Don’t get me wrong, I include myself in that observation as well. I’ve been called out more than a few times in the course of my riding (and life in general) to stop making excuses. But I’d like to take a […]

Horse Training or Abuse?

Learn about some of the abusive practices that can happen in training, and learn how to avoid them for your horse.  A 3-year-old stallion stands tied in a small, covered enclosure. His halter is hooked to a chain hanging from a rafter. The tether raises the colt’s head and neck […]

Recognizing & Reporting Equine Abuse and Neglect

If you suspect a horse is not receiving adequate care, it is important to take proper steps to report it. We’ve all been there, though no one ever wants to be. You take a new back road route on your way to work, and notice a small herd of horses […]