Donnerhall was a dressage stallion who was known not only for having a successful career as a sport horse, but also passing on his abilities to his offspring to become an influential sire. He showed that it is possible to combine a successful breeding career with a competitive career. With rider Karin Rehbein he achieved…
We have seen and heard about therapy horses and the effect they have on the people suffering from psychological shock. Those people claimed that these horses helped them get through difficult moments in their life and offered them the tranquility that no one else had offered them before. Maybe you have watched the movie or…
Horses, burros, mules, goats and sheep call Horse Haven home. The animals on these scenic pastures have gone to Best Friends because they were abused, neglected, or simply because they became old, injured or unrideable and their families could no longer afford to keep them. At Horse Haven, the animals have access to outstanding medical…
The Calgary Stampede is known for its rodeo and chuckwagon races, but in the stampede’s recent history, another event was added to salute the cowboy heritage. The Calgary Stampede Cowboy Up Challenge is an equestrian sporting event that showcases both horse and rider as they maneuver through multiple obstacles. What you are going to watch…
We have all heard the saying “If at first you don’t succeed…?” and this saying goes best to the 3-year-old girl in the video called Crossly Vest. The video shows a determined little girl who tries to hop up on her horse not only once but 16 times before she finally manages to get on….
The journey to recovery for a young car accident survivor named Brianna is paved with hoofs – those of her beloved therapy horse, Ike. Brianna was involved in an accident that left her with a brain injury as a toddler. When Brianna met Ike, they forged bonds of friendship and support that go beyond simply…
We might have seen man playing tunes to the horses and calling them by playing their tunes. We have found them really fascinating and often wondered how that was possible. But what you are going to watch in this video is a guy who plays a drum and at the same time sings to the…
We have watched the video of a rider riding a horse in a T-Rex dinosaur suit and that video went viral with millions of viewers on social media. The man didn’t stop and has posted another video which will make your day a little brighter. He’s now at it again with his funny tricks and…
As horse lovers we usually have discussions over the different ways we lead our horses. Some people lead their horses at the shoulder, others lead their horse behind them. We all have our own valid reasons for doing things a certain way. The truth is, there is no absolute right or wrong for this issue…
Horse riding is a natural reflex inhibiting position which helps improve balance and posture providing a unique form of exercise and rehabilitation. Horse riding offers an opportunity for enjoyment, challenge, friendship, laughter, achievement, independence and confidence. Medical professionals recognize that there are also significant therapeutic benefits for the rider. The warmth and three dimensional movement…