When Bobbie Reber scouts jumper rings for hunter prospects, she looks for ‘type’: an attractive, balanced horse with a beautiful jump, and more.
Cristina Barbour, who operates Echo Hill Eventing with husband Curtis in Shelburne, ON, was having ongoing bit issues with her Thoroughbred, Rather Loud.
The well-known adage that you should be schooling at home one or two levels above where you are competing holds true.
Julia Tops, talented young rider and daughter of noted professionals, talks to Horse Sport about growing up, branching out, and giving back.
Peter Holmes is one of Canada’s most respected and sought-after course designers. He has designed tracks at some of the biggest competition venues.
Riders at the very top of their game demonstrate time and again that, in addition to excellent riding ability, they also have superior psychological skills to cope in the most difficult situations,' says sports psychologist and researcher Dr. Inga Wolframm.
Professional show horse groom Denielle Gallagher-LeGriffon shares her grooming routine, with handy tips and tricks to make your horse look his best.
Many off-the-track Thoroughbreds have found new homes, new jobs, and new lives in equestrian sport.
A survivor is defined as 'a person who continues to function or prosper in spite of opposition, hardship, or setbacks.' Tatiana Dzavik, who has risen through the showjumping ranks from high-profile junior to successful adult professional, is a true survivor, dusting herself off and pushing on despite a number of career-threatening injuries.
If your horse exhibits "pica", the general term for the consumption of non-nutritive substances, you need to look at both diet and environment for answers.
