Home > News & Articles

Equine News & Articles to Guide, Inspire, and Inform

Expert articles, training tips, industry news, and stories from the people shaping the equine world — helping riders, owners, and professionals learn, grow, and stay connected.

Search News & Articles

Royal Gift: The Donkey That Helped Shape America

Royal Gift: The Donkey That Helped Shape America

·
When people talk about influential equines in history, horses usually get the spotlight. But if you’ve spent time in the donkey and mule world, you know there’s another group of …
Turning Your Equine Passion Into a Successful Business: Top 10 Most Asked Questions

Turning Your Equine Passion Into a Successful Business: Top 10 Most Asked Questions

·
Horse people know something the rest of the world often doesn’t: horses aren’t just a hobby. They become a lifestyle. A community. A purpose. At some point, many horse owners, …
Godolphin Arabian: The Horse That Helped Shape the Modern Thoroughbred

Godolphin Arabian: The Horse That Helped Shape the Modern Thoroughbred

·
When people talk about influential horses in history, names like Secretariat or Man o’ War usually dominate the conversation. But long before modern racing legends existed, one horse quietly changed …
Horses in the U.S. Military: Honoring Service & Sacrifice This Memorial Day

Horses in the U.S. Military: Honoring Service & Sacrifice This Memorial Day

·
Every Memorial Day, Americans pause to remember the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Flags are placed. Names are spoken. Families gather. Silence means …
The 5 Best Horse Riding Helmets in 2026 - Reviewed by an Equestrian Rider

The 5 Best Horse Riding Helmets in 2026 – Reviewed by an Equestrian Rider

·
There’s a moment every rider knows. You tighten your chin strap, swing into the saddle, and for the next hour – or six – you stop thinking about your helmet …
Glacier National Park’s Newest Trail Partner Needs a Name - And Horse Lovers Can Help

Glacier National Park’s Newest Trail Partner Needs a Name – And Horse Lovers Can Help

·
There’s a new face joining the backcountry crew at Glacier National Park – and he still doesn’t have a name. The Glacier National Park Conservancy Horse Naming Contest is inviting …
How to Prepare for Your First Horse Show: Beginner Guide & Checklist

How to Prepare for Your First Horse Show: Beginner Guide & Checklist

·
Your first horse show can feel like a big moment. You picture polished boots, perfect braids, riders who seem to know exactly where to be and when – and suddenly …
Understanding Contact: What Your Horse Is Actually Telling You Through the Reins

Understanding Contact: What Your Horse Is Actually Telling You Through the Reins

·
If there is one topic in horse training that creates more confusion than almost any other, it is contact.Riders often hear phrases like “ride into the contact,” “soften your hands,” …
How to Take Better Horse Photos with Your Phone (Without Fancy Equipment)

How to Take Better Horse Photos with Your Phone (Without Fancy Equipment)

·
There’s something about horses that makes people reach for their phone. The way evening light catches a mane. The ears pricking forward. Dust floating behind a canter. That moment when …
Starting a Young Horse Right: The First 30 Days That Matter Most

Starting a Young Horse Right: The First 30 Days That Matter Most

·
A Calm, Step-by-Step Guide to Building the Right Foundation Some folks think starting a young horse is about getting on as fast as possible. That’s usually where things start going …
Loading...

Share Your Voice With the Equine Community

Have an article, story, or idea you’d love to see featured?

We welcome submissions from riders, owners, trainers, and equine professionals — from training tips and personal experiences to industry insights and fresh perspectives.