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.
Randy Roy is a senior international judge, course designer and author. He owns and operates Hunters Glen Show Stable in King, ON, with his daughter, Ryan Roy.
Jordan Macpherson had a banner 2013 season, and 2014 is looking good right out of the gate
No matter which discipline you ride, transitions represent an essential component.
A horse who changes its lead consistently off the ground, on the short sides of the ring, or on the way to a fence is likely experiencing discomfort.
Eventing requires riders to be good at three different skills, and stadium jumping is the phase where many riders struggle. Sally Sainsbury shares some tips to avoid messing up your good score with a poor stadium round.
Optimal performance in the horse is dependent on the healthy functioning of all the components of the musculoskeletal system.
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a progressive, chronic disease that causes the degeneration of joints, resulting in pain, stiffness and lameness.
In a sport where reward does not come without risk, professionals accept that injuries are par for the course.
