Enhancing the Horse-Rider Connection Through Corrective Exercise
December 4, 2024 Comments Off on Enhancing the Horse-Rider Connection Through Corrective Exercise
From Farmhouse Chiropractic: In the world of equestrian sports, the relationship between horse and rider is foundational. An effective partnership hinges on mutual understanding and physical balance, both of which can be significantly enhanced through corrective exercise. At Farmhouse Chiropractic, we are excited to announce the launch of our **Farmhouse Fit Lab**, designed to help […]
Continue reading …Power of the Pony: Heidi Nyland Melocco’s New Children’s Book Invites Youth to the Horse World
December 3, 2024 Comments Off on Power of the Pony: Heidi Nyland Melocco’s New Children’s Book Invites Youth to the Horse World
November 26, 2024 (Mead, CO) — Have a horse-loving kiddo on your Christmas shopping list? Check out the new children’s book, Power of the Pony (https://www.whole-picture.com/ponypowers), by equine journalist and photographer Heidi Nyland Melocco (co-authored with her daughter, Savannah). The book is a photographic tour of all things pony: the barn, arena, and show grounds. Children ages three […]
Continue reading …Could Flatter Saddles Improve Welfare in Ridden Horses?
December 1, 2024 Comments Off on Could Flatter Saddles Improve Welfare in Ridden Horses?
From Equine Science Update: A new study has indicated that flatter-shaped saddles may be more suitable for horses that spend most of their ridden time in motion. The research, which observed significant changes in the shape of horses’ backs while stationary and during movement, found that horse backs become considerably flatter during motion compared to […]
Continue reading …Lessons in Longevity – An Excerpt from Lynn Palm
November 25, 2024 Comments Off on Lessons in Longevity – An Excerpt from Lynn Palm
An excerpt from Lynn Palm’s recent book Finding Your Superhorse: 8 Keys to Developing the Horse That’s Just Right for You. Lessons in Longevity To me, longevity is about the length of time a horse has quality of life and you have quality of life together. Horses don’t need to be “fried” mentally by […]
Continue reading …More Than Just A Clinic – A Turning Point
October 6, 2024 Comments Off on More Than Just A Clinic – A Turning Point
At a recent Ranch clinic in Montana, learning was off the charts, and a vision of an initiative was developed that may alter the industry. By Delores Kuhlwein Do you remember the moment your life was changed forever by horses? Was it when you first felt an unparalleled freedom in the saddle? Or was it […]
Continue reading …How to Help After Hurricane Helene
September 30, 2024 Comments Off on How to Help After Hurricane Helene
The devastation of Hurricane Helene is far-reaching, and reports are still coming from those across the Southeast. How can we put our concerns into action? FEMA has released links to organizations that are directly providing support to the communities. Press Release 9/29/2024 from FEMA – US Department of Homeland Security: ATLANTA – There are many […]
Continue reading …Horse-Caring Helps Military Veterans With PTSD
September 25, 2024 Comments Off on Horse-Caring Helps Military Veterans With PTSD
A Rutgers study may open a new frontier in mental health treatment. NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – A study by Rutgers University-New Brunswick researchers has shown that military veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), who participated in a program caring for horses, experienced an improved mental outlook and easing of symptoms. Reporting results of the study […]
Continue reading …American Royal Partners With The Coterie Theatre for Special 125th Anniversary Production
September 17, 2024 Comments Off on American Royal Partners With The Coterie Theatre for Special 125th Anniversary Production
The play shares the legacy of Tom Bass, a founder of the American Royal equine program. KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The American Royal has partnered with The Coterie Theatre for a production titled “Horse Power: Tom Bass’ American Story.” Performances will run from September 11 through October 6. The two entities partnered on the production as […]
Continue reading …Lallemand Animal Nutrition Scholarship Program Now Accepting Applications
September 6, 2024 Comments Off on Lallemand Animal Nutrition Scholarship Program Now Accepting Applications
As back-to-school season kicks into high gear, we wanted to remind you that the Lallemand Animal Nutrition Scholarship Program is now accepting applications! This year marks our 10th annual scholarship initiative, and we’re eager to support the next generation of agricultural leaders. Scholarship Details: Two $2,500 USD scholarships for undergraduate students One $3,000 USD scholarship for a […]
Continue reading …The Mustangs: America’s Wild Horses- Numerous PBS Broadcasts Throughout Country on Wed., Sept. 4th
September 4, 2024 Comments Off on The Mustangs: America’s Wild Horses- Numerous PBS Broadcasts Throughout Country on Wed., Sept. 4th
Including: Los Angeles, Denver, Nashville, San Antonio, Las Vegas, Phoenix, Richmond, Knoxville, Tucson, Corpus Christi, Arkansas, Oklahoma, North Carolina, New Mexico, Anchorage, Odessa, Alabama Executive Producers Robert Redford, Patti Scialfa Springsteen and USA Olympic Equestrian Silver Medalist Jessica Springsteen take viewers to the American West to show how the survival of the wild horse is at […]
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