In the last three years, 23-year-old American show jumper Natalie Dean has climbed a lot of podiums. In early March, she took third place alongside the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team, finishing third in their first event of the year in...
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Worried you’re using a bit that’s too harsh for your horse? Mette Larsen says you aren’t alone. Not everyone has been through pony club or 4H or a pre-vet tech program. So when it comes to choosing the right equipment,...
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For the last two weeks, we’ve talked about riding the dull, lazy horse. While I go into much greater detail in my Equestrian Masterclasses, I hope it got you thinking about how to connect with these types of horses and...
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Growing up around horses, Caitlin Gooch (Black cowgirl, mama of four, and the energy behind @saddleupandread) says she always wore a helmet. She credits her dad for always insisting on safety first for his daughter. After taking a bad fall...
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Many of us have experienced that knot-in-your-stomach, lump-in-your-throat, face-turning-red, feeling you get when someone has made a comment that catches you off guard and makes you feel incredibly uncomfortable. What makes the situation worse is when the comment comes from...
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