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Betting on the Kentucky Derby: How to Pick a Winning Horse
As the first leg of the Triple Crown Races, the Kentucky Derby is one of the world’s most preeminent horse racing events. Among bettors, it’s also one of the most popular.... Read the full article

Conquer Horse Show Nerves--8 Tips to Help You Relax at Competitions
The following article was inspired by a rider who told me, "I have a wonderful, talented thoroughbred. We can do Second and Third level work at home, yet when we compete, we can barely get through a First Level test. The missing link seems to be relaxation. My horse is off the track, and we seem to feed off each other's tension. How does a normally tense person learn to relax?"... Read the full article

Horse Gifts for Kids
Trying to find gifts for young horse lovers doesn’t have to be a challenge. There are so many fun gifts available these days that you are sure to find something for everyone on your list. This month, we will show you a few of the best gifts for this age group, so you can be sure to get something that will really make them happy. ... Read the full article

Top 10 Gifts for the Horse Lover
With the holidays just around the corner, you may be wondering what to get the horse lovers in your life this holiday season. There are so many high quality products on the market these days, that no matter what your budget you can find something that really puts a smile on your loved ones faces. Below you will the top 10 gift categories for horse lovers and enthusiasts. ... Read the full article

Holsteiner Horses- Explored
Holsteiner horses have been around for over 700 years, which is a relatively short period of time compared to some of the other breeds around. Originally breed for both beauty and stability, the Holsteiner horse is wide known throughout many breeding and Olympic circles. You may be surprised to know, that many of the Olympic winning horses are of Holsteiner linage. They have come a long way in the past few years, and are sure to be around for many years to come.... Read the full article

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Julie Goodnight Tip of the Month: Stop Horses from Stomping
Flies can be a constant source of irritation to your horse in the summer. If your horse is spending most of his time biting, stomping and kicking at flies, he could be causing unnecessary wear and tear on his joints and it could present both a training problem and a safety problem for you. When I work with horses, I expect them to stand perfectly still on my command—not moving a single foot unless authorized by me. But I cannot expect him to stand still if flies are biting him. Also, getting head-butted by a horse that is swinging his head around to bite a fly or having your foot stomped on is neither pleasant nor safe for you. In addition to fly spray in the worst months, I use fly predators, an environmentally sound product that stops flies at their source and keeps my entire property virtually fly free. I also make sure my horses receive a joint supplement to help keep their joints safe and lubricated in case they’ve had to stomp too much in the past.... Read the full article

Palm Partnership Training® Tip of the Month: Ground Training is the Key to Reading the Horse and Overcoming Fears
Observing the horse on the ground gives a rider the tools to read her horse. A rider uses her eyes to interpret what the horse is thinking by watching his eyes, ears, tail, breathing, skin and overall body more easily then when riding. A rider can also learn more about her horse’s personality, sensitivity, fitness, energy, response or moods such as confidence, relaxation, worry, or boredom!... Read the full article

Bridle Path Trimming
Here's a quick tip about clipping your horse's bridle path. Although bridle path length varies in expectations with breed and discipline, in general, less is more. For Quarter Horse and Thoroughbred type horses, the bridle path should be fairly short-just long enough to accommodate the headstall of the bridle. For gaited breeds and the more 'upright' breeds, such as Arabians, Morgans and Saddlebreds, the bridle path is often cut long to enhance the look of the horse's long, elegant neck.... Read the full article

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Equestrian News

Is Old Hay Better for Horses with Laminitis?
Copyright 2008, Rocky Mtn Research & Consulting, Inc. As I travel around the world, learning and teaching people about feeding horses with laminitis, I keep hearing a recommendation that has never made sense. People say that leaving hay in a shed... Read the full release

62nd Annul Buffalo International Horse Show Fast Facts
EVENT: 62nd Annual Buffalo International Horse Show, which benefits the Buffalo Therapeutic Riding Center. WHAT: Buffalo's most prestigious horse show. The 'AA' rated show is one of the best ways for exhibitors to prepare themselves and their hors... Read the full release

Katherine Newman Perseveres for Blue Ribbon Wins at Bluegrass Festival Horse Show
Lexington, KY - August 27, 2008 - This past week, Katherine Newman of Allwyn Court Farm was unstoppable at the Bluegrass Festival Horse Show in Lexington, KY. The 17-year-old rider from Wellington, FL, prevailed for impressive ribbons in the hunter, ... Read the full release

Stabling Plans for 2008/2009 Wellington Shows Announced
everal different plans for stabling horses at Palm Beach International Equestrian Center for the 2008/2009 season were announced Wednesday by Equestrian Sport Productions, LLC, the management company of the Wellington show grounds. The stabling pl... Read the full release

Platinum Performance Clients Take Home Medals for the USA
Santa Ynez Valley, Calif. (August 27, 2008)-Platinum Performance client McLain Ward proclaimed the United States Show Jumping victory at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, China, on August 19, as "probably the greatest day for North America in the ... Read the full release

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