The Irish Draught Horse – 10 Incredible Facts! 10 Things to know about the incredible Irish Draught Horse (or “Draft”) as we pronounce it! #1 The Irish Draught Horse is the official Horse of Ireland. They first came about in the late 1700s. The origins of the Irish Draught breed are thought to be linked Read More
The Lore Of The Lucky Horseshoe From four-leaf clovers to rabbit’s feet, many symbols have been considered good luck charms throughout history. Among these, the lucky horseshoe stands out as a common symbol of luck and protection. It’s March, which means St. Patrick’s Day (17th), brings the Luck O’ The Irish into play, so channeling good luck Read More
Humane Society of Louisiana’s Mardi Gras Horse Adoption Program – A Labor Of Love! When you think of Mardi Gras, what comes to mind? Jazz music, colorful costumes, dancing in the streets, eating King Cake and drinking Hurricanes, and the parades…of course! Mardi Gras, or “Fat Tuesday” is the big revelry before the auster Lenten Read More
Wimsey’s Story Most equestrians know the meaning of the term “Heart Horse.” It’s that one special horse that’s made an impact on your very soul. Having just celebrated Valentine’s Day, I’ve been giving much thought to love in its many forms. It started me reminiscing about my first horse Wimsey…my Heart Horse. This is a very Read More
Valentine’s Day With Your Honey & Your Horse! What could be sweeter? A romantic trail ride on Valentine’s Day is a dream come true. The brisk frosty air and the warmth of your love. Your shared passion for horses…memories that will live in your hearts forever. When It’s Time To Warm Up… As the Read More
40TH SNOW POLO WORLD CUP ST. MORITZ 2025 Join the fun and excitement January 24-26 in beautiful St. Moritz Switzerland! What Is Snow Polo? Well, it is basically playing polo on a frozen lake instead of grass! There are four players on each team. The captain leads the team’s tactics and usually wears number 3. Number 4, Read More
The Akhal-Teke…The Rarest Horse In Existance! While researching our popular article “The Twenty-Five Most Beautiful Horse Breeds,” I discovered The Akhal-Teke. I was unfamiliar with this breed (it is amazing how many different breeds of horses there are!) I was impressed by their elegance, slim build, flowing stride, and golden-glowing coats. The breed has Read More
Saddle Up for Adventure: Exploring the Thrills of Mounted Shooting Imagine the thunder of hooves beneath you, the pop of gunfire, and the crowd cheering as you charge down an arena. Cowboy Mounted shooting is where Old West nostalgia meets modern equestrian skill—a sport that feels as daring as it sounds. Whether you’ve seen it Read More
Clydesdales At Christmas! Celebrating The Gentle Giants! No horse breed represents Christmas more than the Clydesdale! Maybe it’s because of the wonderful Budweiser commercials we’ve all enjoyed over the years, or their beauty as they pull wagons bearing gifts of the holiday season that delight us! All About Clydesdales The Clydesdale horse was originally developed Read More
Mother & Daughter Explore Stable & Sustainability With Horizon Structures! As my daughter, Rebecca and I launch our sales affiliation with Amish prefabricated Horizon Structures, I thought I’d take a moment to reflect on our endeavor. A Passion For Horses My love of all things equine started at an early age with Goldie, the Read More