Estimate the cost of owning a horse with this complete guide, and use our calculator to find out what the cost of horse ownership will look like for you.

The official trimming and shoeing guide of Pacific Coast Horseshoeing School

Learn about the work of horse trainers, from preparing a young horse for its first saddle ride, to helping a seasoned competitor reach peak performance.

Genetics plays a pivotal role in determining coat color. This full guide with charts and coat color calculator will lay foundational knowledge on the fascinating world of equine genetics.

Learn how to spot equine lameness in this comprehensive guide.

A quick guide to the early signs of sickness in equines.

Learn the basics of equine nutrition in this easy-to-understand breakdown.

Learn the basics of the equine nervous system: how it affects behavior, health, learning, and the horse's perception of the world

Find out what it is like to be a professional farrier

Abscesses are a common cause of lameness; learn their causes and symptoms

Horse bits are one of the most common tools in equestrian equipment, serving as the primary means of communication between horse and rider through the reins. However, selecting the right bit can be daunting, especially for beginners, due to the wide variety of types and designs available. Each bit functions differently based on its design, the horse’s mouth anatomy, and the rider’s skill level. This guide will break down the various categories of bits, explain their purposes,

Saddle fitting is a crucial, yet often overlooked, aspect of equestrianism that directly affects the comfort and performance of both...

The practice of horse breeding has played a crucial role in shaping the horses we see today, from agile racehorses to sturdy draft...

The relationship between women and horses has spanned millennia, evolving from necessity and survival into a deep cultural and...

“Rodeo,” as we know it today, has deep roots in the working practices of North American cowboys and vaqueros. Over the centuries, it has...

What is training? “Training” is the process of teaching and conditioning an animal to respond to specific cues or commands through...

Understanding the Horse’s Gut Horses are unique in their digestive anatomy and function, making gut health a critical aspect of their...

Understanding your horse’s vital signs is one of the most important skills you can develop. These simple measurements—temperature, pulse,...

Defining Breakover Ask any farrier what keeps them up at night and breakover usually lands near the top of the list. In plain terms,...

In order to understand how human management influences the behavior of domesticated horses, we must compare their behavior to that of...