Category Archives: Equine Athletes

10 Unique, Thoughful Gifts for Horse Lovers Under $25.00

Posted on December 3, 2012 by

Attention non-horsey spouses, friends, and family members out there: Are you in panic mode – what to get the horse lover in your life?!?! Not only does it seem that they have it all (there are more leather, brass, silver … Continue reading →

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Tips on How, Where, and Why to Massage Your Horse

Posted on November 9, 2012 by

We all want our Equine Athletes to perform their best for us, and we all want them to do so willingly, happily, and comfortably! We are often asked for tips on how and where to massage your horses, as often … Continue reading →

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How Much Water Should My Horse Drink? Importance of Keeping Your Horse Hydrated

Posted on September 20, 2012 by

September has us feeling hot, hot, hot!  Perhaps you save your riding for early morning or late evening when temperatures are more bearable, or perhaps you just tough it out; after all, we are equestrians, not weenies! But whatever time … Continue reading →

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Celebrating the 2012 Olympic Equestrian Team

Posted on July 25, 2012 by

Friday, July 27th, will kick off the 2012 Olympic games in London with the ever anticipated opening ceremonies. The Olympics are always such an exciting and inspiring time, evoking fierce national pride. For equestrians, it’s a also a time when … Continue reading →

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‘I’ll Have Another’ Pulled from Belmont Stakes Tomorrow

Posted on June 8, 2012 by

While I was looking forward to this morning to post an exciting, inspiring, story about “I’ll Have Another” and past Triple Crown hopefuls and winners, I instead discovered that this amazing equine athlete has been benched for the big game! … Continue reading →

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Lovely Day for a Guinness… for Your Horse!

Posted on June 7, 2012 by

As the work week winds down, many of us (including me!) start getting that weekend itch right about Thursday!  Something about knowing that tomorrow is Friday makes me feel like celebrating; Happy Hour, Anyone?!  But let’s not forget about our … Continue reading →

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Photo Contest: Celebrating Mares and Foals with an Incredible Peruvian Paso Mom

Posted on May 17, 2012 by

For Mother’s Day, we asked readers to submit their photos of their mare and foal, in celebration of our amazing equine athletes who are also amazing equine moms! First, I’d like to thank everyone who submitted pictures for this contest!  … Continue reading →

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2012 Olympic Show Jumping Team Trials

Posted on March 20, 2012 by

Excitement is high right now for basketball lovers (like my own husband!) with “March Madness” upon us.  But get ready equestrians, because it’s time for you to get excited too! With the 2012 Olympic games in London quickly approaching, I … Continue reading →

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The Luck of the Irish Sport Horse

Posted on March 12, 2012 by

Happy March!  Spring has sprung and Equus Athletics is infusing everything with a splash of green and a little luck O’ the Irish! We are shining the spotlight on the fabulous and talented Irish Sport Horse (ISH).  A cross between … Continue reading →

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Equine Athlete of the Month: Haflinger Mare and “America’s Favorite Trail Horse” Competitor, ‘Saffron’.

Posted on February 14, 2012 by

This month’s Equine Athlete is a true rising star!  Meet “Saffron”, a (not so) mild mannered, stunningly beautiful, and charmingly coy Haflinger mare, who has just been chosen as a finalist on TV’s “America’s Favorite Trail Horse!” “Saffron” is owned … Continue reading →

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