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
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
Cooking With Cowgirls I was recently going through my EXTENSIVE cookbook collection when I ran across this gem. It brought back fond memories of a trip to Nevada, (okay…Las Vegas :), with my cousin Gerry. After an assault on the craps table and, a helicopter tour of the Grand Canyon, we met up with cousin Read More
Is Horseback Riding Really Exercise? You may have heard some “non” horsey friends pose this query! Perhaps even express the opinion that the horse actually does all the work, with the rider being a simple tag-along. Those misguided souls need some enlightening…and The British Horse Society is here to help! Burn Those Calories! Riding a horse Read More
Life With Horses Throughout my life with horses, I have been fortunate enough to learn from many of the best professionals in the business. Trainers, clinicians, farriers, veterinarians, and many more. Having cared for horses here at home, I’ve learned the ins and outs of “horse management” and all that it entails. For many years Read More
Loving The Season! Summer…it’s almost here, & my favorite time of the year! Equestrian activities are in full swing, the grill is fired up, and we’re in vacation mode. It’s time to kick back and relax a little too. Whether you prefer the beach, the pool, or the hammock, a good juicy mystery is the Read More