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Easing Your Horse into Retirement
Putting an old horse “out to pasture” is unnecessary and even unwise. Instead, consider his needs as well as your own and craft a customized retirement plan that keeps him active and content. ... MORE
Buying the Right Horse
Horse-buying mistakes are costly and heartbreaking. Avoid them with these key tips from master horseman and clinician Clinton Anderson. ... MORE
What is the Most Important Trait You Look for in a Horse?
Riders share what they consider first when buying or leasing a new partner. ... MORE
Enjoy Your Horse on a Budget
Tightened your belt, but still hungry for fun? Check out these appealing, affordable horsey activities that won't hurt your budget. ... MORE
AQHA Beginners Guide to Showing
Ready to get started in the Western show ring? The American Quarter Horse Journal has the information you need. ... MORE
Training with Faith
You can’t change a horse’s past, but you can work to improve the present. From America's Horse Daily. ... MORE
Book Review: Trick Training for Horses
Your horse is your best friend, right? But are you his best friend? Bea Borelle's book shows you new ways you and your horse can have fun together. ... MORE
Getting My First Horse
On her 16th birthday, Kristie Allison chose a horse over a '67 Mustang--and her life was forever changed. ... MORE
Understand Equine Insurance
The better you understand the ins and outs of equine insurance, the better you can protect your horse—and yourself. ... MORE
Book Review: Horse Cent$
Contemplating horse ownership? Wondering how much everything will cost? Check out Laurie Cerny's online booklet, Horse Cent$. ... MORE
The First 30 Days With Your Horse
What to focus on during your first month’s worth of rides on your horse. ... MORE
Meet Flyer, Rescue Horse of the Week
Flyer is a solid trail horse with amazing intelligence. He's careful with beginners but also a joy for better riders. ... MORE
A Reader’s Story: Kristie Allison
"To say I was 'horse crazy' in the 60’s is like saying War and Peace is a good book or the Mona Lisa is a nice painting," she writes. Sound familiar? ... MORE
Meet Sally, Rescue Horse of the Week
Sally is a grey, 4-year-old Thoroughbred mare at Pure Thoughts Horse Rescue in Florida, and a featured horse on the Equine Network's "A Home for Every Horse." ... MORE
How to Catch Your Horse
Writing for the AQHA's America's Horse Daily, Curt Pate offers pointers on changing your methods if your horse is difficult to catch. ... MORE
Meet Popper: Rescue Horse of the Week
ADOPTED APRIL 18, 2012! This 22-year-old unraced Thoroughbred mare is attractive, sound and gentle, perfect for a family or beginner working with an instructor. She's in Folsom, Louisiana. ... MORE
Meet Patsy, Rescue Horse of the Week
Patsy, a 15.3-hand chestnut Standardbred mare, 19 years old, is one of the rescued horses featured in the Equine Network's A Home for Every Horse. ... MORE
The Benefits of Leasing a Horse
Read how this alternative to horse ownership can help you get your horse fix without maxing out your budget. ... MORE
Just Different–Rescue Horse of the Week
This 6-year-old Thoroughbred mare awaits adoption in Marysville, Ohio, as part of the Equine Network's "A Home for Every Horse" initiative. ... MORE
Freedom–Rescue Horse of the Week
Freedom is an 8-year-old Arabian-Hackney gelding, 13 hands tall, awaiting adoption in California through the Equine Network's A Home for Every Horse initiative. ADOPTED 3-9-2012! ... MORE
TRF Offers Horse Sponsorship
So you'd like to adopt or foster a retired racehorse, but you don’t have a farm? The Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation makes "virtual horse ownership" possible. ... MORE
Protect Your Horse from Thieves
Debi Metcalf shares her tips to keep your horse out of thieves’ hands. From America's Horse Daily ... MORE
Online Course: Purchasing and Owning a Horse 101
If you're thinking about buying, adopting or fostering a horse--this online course by Dr. Christine Skelly of My Horse University is a must! ... MORE
Questions to Ask Before Buying a Horse
Know what to ask a seller when considering buying his horse. From America's Horse Daily. ... MORE
For Best Training Results, Use Treats
Your horse may appreciate an affectionate pat for a job well done, but a tasty treat will go a lot further to reinforce desirable behavior and strengthen your bond with him. ... MORE
Estate Planning for Your Horse
Who will care for your horse if something happens to you, whether it’s injury, sudden illness, accident or death? The editors of Practical Horseman show you how to plan ahead for the unexpected. ... MORE
What’s a Horse Worth
There is no Kelley Blue Book on horses that says what they’re worth. How do you know how much a horse is worth? Learn how Jake Barnes thinks about the price of horses and his method for being financially smart when buying a new rodeo partner. ... MOREHorse Buying in the 21st Century
With all of the purchase options available these days, is it possible to find another “one-and-only” horse? Find out in this article from American Quarter Horse Journal. ... MORE
Orphans Don’t Have to be Oddballs
Kari Frolander owned her first horse before she could walk. She won the county all-around horseman title every year of her eight-year 4-H career. Based on her experience here are tips for caring for an orphaned foal. From America's Horse. ... MORE
No Time to Ride?
If you’re finding it harder and harder to fit riding into your busy schedule, here are 20 solutions to help you make that time. From Horse & Rider magazine. ... MORE
My Wildest Dreams
Recovering from a terrible accident, she could only dream about riding with instructors from the Spanish Riding School. But it happened. Read Pamela's story in AQHA's America's Horse Daily. ... MORE
Sunday Morning Jog
Stacey recounts trying to catch a loose horse on a very cold Sunday morning in Reno. Then she finds out why she couldn't catch him! ... MORE
Benefits of Horse Ownership
Karen Waite of My Horse University explains the physical, mental, emotional and social reasons why you should consider buying a horse of your own. ... MORE
Questions to Ask a Prospective Trainer
With all of the different training methods and procedures that are popular in the horse business, finding a horse trainer that meets your needs can be challenging. This article provides some questions to ask when searching for a horse trainer. ... MORE
Webinar: Selecting the Right Youth Horse
In this webcast by My Horse University, Dr. Christine Skelly discusses what to look for in a horse for a youngster. Dr. Skelly, the Equine Extension Specialist at Michigan State University, develops and teaches horse management workshops. ... MORE
Webcast: Understanding Conformation
In this webcast by My Horse University, Dr. Kathy Anderson explains “form to function,” how conformation can dictate athletic ability. Dr. Anderson is the Extension Horse Specialist at the University of Nebraska, and a noted judge and teacher. ... MORE
An Introduction to the Morgan Horse
Have you ever ridden or driven a Morgan horse? They are gentle enough for lessons, 4-H and Pony Club involvement and due to their steady, comfortable gaits are in great demand as therapeutic riding horses. Morgans are equally know for their loving, kind dispositions. Now is your opportunity to meet America's first breed at no cost! ... MORE
How to Select a Boarding Stable
Selecting a boarding stable for your horse takes research to ensure you choose a facility that will provide the services you and your horse need. Here is a simple "how to" on finding the perfect place. ... MORE
How to Try Out a Horse for Sale
The experience of trying a horse for purchase can be "trial without error" when you're honest about what you want, you take your time, and you know when, why, and how to say "no, thanks," says trainer Holly Hugo-Vidal. ... MORE
Buying Your First Horse
Choosing the right horse is an important start to horse ownership. As often happens, once you've been taking riding lessons for a while, you may decide that you want a horse of your own. Whether you just want a horse to trail ride on, or if you have your sights set on competition, owning your own horse can be very satisfying, if not hard work. ... MORE
Finding the Right Horse For You
Before buying your first horse or pony it is important to consider what type is right for you. The first consideration when buying a horse or pony is you. Your size, age and experience all come into play. ... MORE
Horse Boarding Options
A look at the different horse boarding options available, an important consideration before buying your first horse. ... MORE
Tips for Buying a Dressage Horse
Whether you're looking for a dressage schoolmaster or buying a young, green horse, you can take a variety of steps to ensure your shopping is a success. ... MORE
How to Write a Horse Sale Contract
If you don't plan to consult an attorney about a contract when buying or selling a horse, protect yourself by writing a simple, enforceable contract covering the essential points of the sales agreement. ... MORE
Stable Finder from Riding Resource
Have you always wanted to take riding lessons? Interested in going on a fun trail ride? Need to find a boarding stable with an indoor ring? The Riding Resource database contains over 12,000 stables! ... MORE
Selecting a Pony for Your Child
Ponies appeal to us all. Your local pony club is a good place to start searching. Here are four tips for selecting the right pony for your child, including where to find a reliable pony, evaluating ponies and more. ... MORE
