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10 Different Types of Horse Riding Saddles

Here's a list, photo, and description of all the different types of horse riding saddles associated with English and Western riding that you'll find.

How Do Horses Have Fun?

If you've ever watched a herd of horses, you've likely seen a few of the herd members kicking it up and having fun. Some horses are more...

Rescued horses training to become therapy horses at CSU equine center

CSU's equine center is currently giving rescued horses a second chance as they train to be used in therapy program.

Your Horse Is An Athlete, You Should Be Too!

Riding horses uses unique muscles and it’s important that you prepare yourself for success in the ring - even when you’re not riding. Horses are in excellent p

Is Hemp Seed a Good Livestock Feed?

There’s been a lot of speculation that hemp seed cake – the byproduct of crushing hemp seed for oil – would make an excellent feed for beef and dairy cattle,

No sign of health or nutrition problems from GMO livestock feed, study finds

A new scientific review from the University of California, Davis, reports that the performance and health of food-producing animals consuming genetically engineered feed, first introduced 18 years ago, has been comparable to that of animals consuming non-GE feed. The review study also found that scientific studies have detected no differences in the nutritional makeup of the meat, milk or other food products derived from animals that ate genetically engineered feed.

This is what it takes to run a Hill Country peach orchard

A look at the innovation and hard work that is keeping peach orchards in business, despite challenges.

Need some more tack? Build another tack room.

When You Face Something Beyond DIFFICULT

When you feel like your life is spinning out of control, remember this

3 tips for your next equestrian clinic

An equestrian clinic is an opportunity to further your education through professional horsemanship training. Follow these tips to get the most benefit out of your next clinic.

How to Take Care of a Horse: An Equestrian Owner’s Guide

Everything you could ever need to know about how to take care of a horse.

3 Home Décor Items to Tap Into Equestrian Chic Trends

With its timeless design and natural elegance, the equestrian style never fails to inspire.

What's in your tack box?

What’s in your tack box? Depending on the size of your tack box, or tack trunk, you can keep all your essentials, and, if large enough, your saddle and tack. For grooming, you should at least have a curry to help loosen hair, dirt and mud, a hard brush to get off what the curry …

5 Questions: Local Equestrian photographer Tracey Buyce

Tracey Buyce is a well-known fine art equine photographer. She photographs many types of horses – show breeds, pleasure horses, rescue horses and thoroughbreds. You can attend her Interactive Horse

Praise to God who ILLUMINES the DARKNESS

Nine Tack Stall Hacks to Organize Your Horse Show Home

At the horse show, the stall areas become home away from home for trainers and exhibitors. Often, there are classic drapes, wooden frames, and relaxing living room setups. There are cozy couches and lounge chairs, tables and lamps, coolers of refreshments and snack tables. It has also become a great place to display exhibitor photos …

15 horsey life hacks every equestrian needs to know

15 time and money saving life hacks for equestrians. From the tack room to the arena these innovative life hacks will help horsey peeps.

Build Your Dream Home in the Heart of Waimea

Build to Suit This flag lot of 1.01 acres (44,000 sq. ft.) in one of the most desirable hillside areas in the heart of Waimea makes true the real estate