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11 of the Top Equestrian Centers in the US

11 of the Top Equestrian Centers in the US

Michelle Drum

Looking for the best equestrian centers and towns to live in the US? Look no further! From the largest equestrian complex in the country to elite training centers, our list...

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11 of the Top Equestrian Centers in the US

Michelle Drum

Looking for the best equestrian centers and towns to live in the US? Look no further! From the largest equestrian complex in the country to elite training centers, our list...

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parts of a horse diagram with labels

Parts of a Horse: Horse Anatomy with Pictures (...

Michelle Drum

Equestrians should be familiar with the parts of a horse to recognize aches and pains in horses or why they may not be performing as well as usual. Learn the...

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Parts of a Horse: Horse Anatomy with Pictures (...

Michelle Drum

Equestrians should be familiar with the parts of a horse to recognize aches and pains in horses or why they may not be performing as well as usual. Learn the...

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Equestrian wearing Ariat Ravello tall boots while show jumping

An Equestrian’s Guide to the Ariat Women's Rave...

Michelle Drum

After testing Ariat’s new Ravello boot, it’s now one of our favorites. We could hardly contain our excitement, so we decided to let you in on all of the reasons...

An Equestrian’s Guide to the Ariat Women's Rave...

Michelle Drum

After testing Ariat’s new Ravello boot, it’s now one of our favorites. We could hardly contain our excitement, so we decided to let you in on all of the reasons...

horse getting deworming medicine

Horse Deworming Schedule: An Introductory Guide...

Michelle Drum

Horse deworming is not the most exciting part of owning a horse, but it is a regular and crucial aspect of keeping your horse healthy. In this guide, we'll breakdown...

Horse Deworming Schedule: An Introductory Guide...

Michelle Drum

Horse deworming is not the most exciting part of owning a horse, but it is a regular and crucial aspect of keeping your horse healthy. In this guide, we'll breakdown...

6 Best Horseback Riding Boots for Beginners

6 Best Horseback Riding Boots for Beginners

Michelle Drum

One of the first things you’ll need before you start riding horses is a good pair of riding boots. In this article, we’ll review the different types of equestrian boots,...

6 Best Horseback Riding Boots for Beginners

Michelle Drum

One of the first things you’ll need before you start riding horses is a good pair of riding boots. In this article, we’ll review the different types of equestrian boots,...

dressage rider in competition

Dressage Riding: Beginner Equestrian’s Guide

Michelle Drum

Whether you are a beginner in dressage or just enjoy riding recreationally, dressage will make you a more skilled rider and help you build a closer bond with your horse....

Dressage Riding: Beginner Equestrian’s Guide

Michelle Drum

Whether you are a beginner in dressage or just enjoy riding recreationally, dressage will make you a more skilled rider and help you build a closer bond with your horse....

Behind The Scenes - Equestrian Retail Trade Show Edition.

Behind The Scenes - Equestrian Retail Trade Sho...

Michelle Drum

I recently went to the winter 2023 equestrian trade show in Dallas. This semi-annual event is only open to preapproved retailers; it’s a huge thrill and an honor to be...

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Behind The Scenes - Equestrian Retail Trade Sho...

Michelle Drum

I recently went to the winter 2023 equestrian trade show in Dallas. This semi-annual event is only open to preapproved retailers; it’s a huge thrill and an honor to be...

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Rider wearing Ariat show clothes

Ariat Show Clothes: Top Styles for This Show Se...

Michelle Drum

Ariat show clothes stand out from the competition in style while supporting a rider’s equitation. We’ve curated a list of the top Ariat show shirts, coats, breeches, riding boots, and...

Ariat Show Clothes: Top Styles for This Show Se...

Michelle Drum

Ariat show clothes stand out from the competition in style while supporting a rider’s equitation. We’ve curated a list of the top Ariat show shirts, coats, breeches, riding boots, and...

Saddle Shopping Adventures With Michelle

Saddle Shopping Adventures With Michelle

Michelle Drum

Come with me as we try to find a saddle to fit my broad shouldered home bred horse. If you’ve read my other blog posts, I probably seem to have...

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Saddle Shopping Adventures With Michelle

Michelle Drum

Come with me as we try to find a saddle to fit my broad shouldered home bred horse. If you’ve read my other blog posts, I probably seem to have...

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Top Reasons Child Riders Should Wear An Air Vest

Top Reasons Child Riders Should Wear An Air Vest

Michelle Drum

Safety vests aren’t new Equestrians, but with all the research and publicity on severe injuries that one can receive horseback riding, they certainly have become more popular. Originally safety vests...

Top Reasons Child Riders Should Wear An Air Vest

Michelle Drum

Safety vests aren’t new Equestrians, but with all the research and publicity on severe injuries that one can receive horseback riding, they certainly have become more popular. Originally safety vests...

horse grazing in pasture

What to Feed a Horse (+ Health Benefits)

Farm House

Providing our horses with a nutritious and balanced diet is essential to caring for them well. Our horses may feel like family, but they can’t eat all the same foods...

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What to Feed a Horse (+ Health Benefits)

Farm House

Providing our horses with a nutritious and balanced diet is essential to caring for them well. Our horses may feel like family, but they can’t eat all the same foods...

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Ego 7 Contact Boots - Q and A With Ego 7 USA

Ego 7 Contact Boots - Q and A With Ego 7 USA

Michelle Drum

Introducing Franco Tuccis’ latest boot, the Ego 7 Contact. If you haven't seen it already, the Ego 7 Contact boot is a hybrid of leather and high-tech compression fabric made specifically for...

Ego 7 Contact Boots - Q and A With Ego 7 USA

Michelle Drum

Introducing Franco Tuccis’ latest boot, the Ego 7 Contact. If you haven't seen it already, the Ego 7 Contact boot is a hybrid of leather and high-tech compression fabric made specifically for...