Equestrian, Dog Racing & Other Animal Sports

On a golf outing in the early 1990's, my golf foursome learned about the greatest race horse of all-time.

Gymkhana is a field day for horses and riders. It includes racing around barrels and poles in different patterns, as well as classes that test a rider's ability.

Jericho Photo by Kevin Devine, used with permission In the second article in "The Distance Series," we talked about the Out directional cue and its importance for the physically limited handler. I explained three ways to train an Out using pattern,...

A detailed article on how to train the "Out" directional for agility by agility instructor, competitor and blogger Agilitymach. The "Out" command is the most important distance cue in the sport.

Want your horse to look amazing? Follow these simple tips and you will have a horse that's not only beautiful, but healthy too.

When you keep horses they need a lot of space and making a paddock by fencing a large area is not exactly cheap. It is also usually time consuming. Electric fencing provides a reasonable cost answer.

Into horse riding? Horse riders are sponsored to help offset the cost of caring for their horse and show entry fees. Read on to know how you can get sponsored.

Rolled or crimped oats are very beneficial to the equine population. They provide more nutrients and are easier for horses to digest. With new affordable crimpers they can now be crimped fresh.

A critical observation of the Sport of Kings, with special emphasis on the Melbourne Cup, and statistics on racing deaths of both horse and jockey in Australia.

Standardbred horse racing is a fun way to spend an evening. Through many years of experience, I have developed some useful tips to help you pick winners in the United States harness races.

A horse trailer and a show buggy are two items that generally are just not very compatible together.

Marsh Tacky horse racing at Melrose Beach Resort on Daufuskie Island draws large crowds along a beautiful stretch of Beach off the Atlantic Ocean

Amish built wagon wheels, complete gear, wagon boxes and hardware kits

Carting with dogs is another dog sport that can be enjoyed by many different breed dogs and by all age groups.

Looking for a cheap saddle stand to properly maintain your valuable saddle? Why not build your own saddle stand out of reclaimed pallet wood for under $20?

A look at the life of Secretariat, arguably the greatest race horse that has ever lived.

People who have ponies, goats or a garden tractor are always on the lookout for a small wagon to pull the kids and grandkids around the yard or farm. Up until now no one really sold the running gear and hardware kit to build pony cart like this.

An overview of saddles for beginners, with new and used saddles for sale.

John Francome's love of horse racing started when he was six-years old and taken for a ride on a donkey at the seaside. From humble beginnings in a council house in Swindon, Wiltshire, he went on to become a seven times champion jockey, best-selling author and leading commentator and racing pundit.

Fred Rimell, Vincent O'Brien and Fulke Walwyn are just some of the incredible trainers that have produced some of finest racehorses in history. Their success - and the secrets of their training methods - is what every horse racing trainer around the world strives to recreate.

This second instalment of famous racehorses includes Dahlia, Grundy, Pawneese, Youth, Buckpasser, Secretariat and Allez France.

What are pacing and trotting and what necessary equipment is needed for a Standardbred harness racer to perform his appropriate gait?

The position of the body when sat in the saddle is upright and relaxed. The ankle, hip and ears are all in line vertically with each other.

Learn about the different types and styles of riding. If you are new to horses and wondering what you can do on horseback or if you are a seasoned rider but looking to try something new, you've come to the right place!

Attention good or bad, is attention nonetheless. Riders who march into the horse show ring neatly pressed and dressed in classic and appropriate clothing, are more likely to draw good attention from the judge. By paying attention to the smallest of...

The Paces of a Horse There are a total of five horse gaits, although most horse breeds can only perform four out of the five horse paces. Having a basic understanding of the horse gaits can be vital to horse training and horseback riding....

A good fit for your Western saddle is essential for an enjoyable, comfortable ride for both you and your horse. Here are the basics of fitting a saddle, as well as why a saddle must fit right.

Horse Riding has two famous styles, English and Western Riding. English Riding is the classic riding style and the clothing tends to be neat and elegant. On the other hand, Western Riding is known as being tough and rugged and their style is...

I usually have all photos in the frequency that they were taken. For this hub I need to start at "lunch" after the ride. I've never told anyone that I "was a fan". I think the term often lowers the person saying this. And- who knows celebs? After...

It was being dubbed the, Match of the Century and on November 1, 1938 Seabiscuit meets the great War Admiral. This electrifying horse would bring a country together.

Urban cowboys and pony kids ride their horses through the streets of cities across Ireland. The animals graze freely on patches of green land and are often left outside in the streets. This type of horse ownership fascinates and appalls in equal measure.

She was very tall and stood at almost 17 hands. So, here is the story of a great race horse and for many of us will not be forgotten. Ruffian

"In frenzied excitement he eats up the ground. He cannot stand still when the trumpet sounds". Secretariat the greatest racehorse to ever grace us with his presence.

Looking your best in the show ring can make the difference between winning and losing. Not only does well made equestrian riding apparel help you to look your best, but it is designed to ensure that you will ride your best. When shopping online for...

Thanks for checking out my hub on famous race mares in history.  The horses chosen for this article are among my personal favorites, which is of course based only on my own opinions.  Yours may vary(and that's okay!).  I've tried to include both...

Rising from nought, he fought. Weeks after a near-fatal goring by a bull named Impulsivo, this matador fought again! He was the highest paid matador in history. His profession, was a highly respectable one. Glamorous too! Every bullfighter is a superstar. This is a review of the book "Or I'll Dress You In Mourning" written by Larry Collins and Dominique Lapierre, a book about the greatest bullfighter of all time.

Whether you own one horse or fifty the most indispensable tool in your barn is the muck rake. You might think you can go into the farm supply and pick up any ole muck rake, but I beg to differ with you. Stop and think how many hours you and that...