The Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center (CTRC), a nonprofit organization based in Longmont, Colo., has been assisting people with mental and physical disabilities through equine assisted therapy since 1980. Every year, CTRC hosts a fundraising event called Paint the Pon...

Properly cooling down your horse in the cold weather is so important to keeping him healthy. Even though the temperatures drop, and the thought of sweating seems impossible, horses will continue to sweat during exercise, especially if they have their winter coats. Alth...

It’s almost the time of year for a fresh start. The time when people decide to make new goals and conquer them come January first. Losing weight, eating healthy and starting a new hobby are just a few of the most popular New Year’s resolutions. Let’s put a twist on thi...

In 1980, the community of Longmont, Colo., grappled with a need to serve people with disabilities and special needs. They gathered in a park, equipped only with some volunteers, a few horses, and the unwavering persistence to help people. The therapeutic riding program...

Since she was three years old, riding has always been part of Ana DiGironimo’s life.

Like most children, she began in a lesson program, and from the beginning, her passion for riding was evident. She was a member of the Fox and Hounds Pony Club, so she dabbled in a bit...

With the Holidays fast approaching, many of us will spend copious amounts of time in the kitchen. Baked goodies make for fantastic gifts for both our human friends and family and our equines. 

Most horse treat recipes use many of the same ingredients as grain, rolled an...

For many, putting up holiday decorations can be one of the most exciting events of the season. Hanging lights and putting up a tree are traditions for many who celebrate Christmas. But the house does not have to be the only place to put up decorations. Sprucing up the...

As winter is quickly approaching, some of us have already had to get our blankets out of storage and fret about when to put them on and when to keep them off. If you need a second opinion, SmartPak has an app, called SmartBlanket. This app is free and you can personali...

Every woman’s beginning in horseback riding, be it casual riding or competition, comes from a long-lived love of horses. Patience Prine-Carr is no different. She recalls being around horses for most of her life, and she has an extensive background in riding and competi...

As the summer season comes to a close and riders are focused on getting ready for competitions across the nation, they sometimes forget to consider the horsemen behind their horses' journey, including the men and women who power the equine transportation industry. Ente...

The leaves have fallen, and the temperature is dropping. Winter is just around the corner. Keeping yourself and your horses healthy and comfortable during the cold season can be tough, but making sure your barn is ready ahead of time will help you have a smooth and saf...

Dressage is a challenging sport. Commonly translated to “training” in French, it is considered a form of art due to the meticulous moves to execute required of both rider and horse. With a rich history extending back to Greek horsemanship, the earliest accounts of hors...