Todays Equine

Horses are often referred to as The Noble Species because there is something special, if not spiritual, in the way this mighty animal moves through its environment and interacts with mankind.There is a famous quote from an unknown source that says, “I have seen things so beautiful they have brought tears to my eyes. Yet […]

Purchasing a horse in general, and a Quarter, in particular, is the all-time dream of all horse enthusiasts. We’ve all dreamt of training our own horse and then riding west with it, but sometimes things are not that simple. When buying a horse, you don’t think at yourself, but at the horse, at its needs […]

The Quarter horse or the American Quarter Horse is the all American symbol in the equine world. This superb animal, with an amazing history, is recognized for its incredible sprinting and galloping abilities. Originally bred for participating in sprinting races (also called quarter races) centuries ago (thus the name of the breed), the Quarter Horse is […]

There are so many saddles to choose from.. So, it’s time to get a saddle. There are so many things you need to consider when you’re starting a “saddle purchasing” adventure. We thought we’d break down some of the things you need to  take into consideration. Saddle brands A common mistake equine enthusiasts make is […]

Owning a horse has its ups and downs. On one hand, you can enjoy the pleasures of horseback riding, on the other; you will have to prepare yourself for some serious maintenance costs. Besides horse tack, grooming kits and stable equipment, there are several extra costs to consider. One of most problematic ones is the […]

Our website is owned and operated from a small town outside of Chicago called the Minooka, Illinois. We are so excited that you have found us, and we hope you find our online home extremely useful! Our goal is to provide people interested in equine related topics a resource to find virtually everything related to events, products, advice, and general […]

Hey, if you’re gonna announce your retirement, might as well do it on national TV after winning the Breeders Cup Distaff while pregnant. All photos courtesy of Breeders Cup Ltd. Rose Napravnik, how do we love thee? Let’s count the ways: you’re arguably one of the top jockeys in the country and hands-down the top […]

Western vs. English riding: what is the difference? It’s one of the questions usually asked by aspiring riders and horse enthusiasts. Both English and Western riding style are influenced by origin, unique characteristics, and equipment. In this article, we will discuss the differences between the two. What are English and Western riding? English horseback riding […]

As majestic as horses can be they are equally amusing and awkward, especially when they pull off some strange stunt. Good thing there was someone there to catch it on tape. Have you ever looked at a horse, or a picture of a horse and found yourself at a loss for words? Imagine watching a video that features one […]

In spite of their undeniable beauty, it does seem that the miniature horse never does receive the attention it truly deserves. Could it be a sort of discrimination based on height? It might. All we seem to talk about are those big Appaloosas, but never say anything about the minis. This lack of attention towards […]