The Cost Conversation Is Getting Loud If you spend any time in the horse world on social media, you’ve probably noticed a trend that keeps getting louder: the constant discussion of how expensive horses are. It's even played a part in a few blogs here. To be clear, I’m not denying it. Horses are expensive. … Continue reading If Horses Are So Expensive… Why Aren’t We Showing People Why They’re Worth It?
Why the Arabian Sport Horse Division Is Winning Hearts (and Keeping People with the Breed)
If you’ve been around the Arabian show world for any amount of time, you’ve probably noticed something shifting: the Arabian Sport Horse division is becoming more and more appealing to a lot of exhibitors. Sometimes even more than the traditional “main ring” classes. Ranch seems to be right there with it, but my experience lies … Continue reading Why the Arabian Sport Horse Division Is Winning Hearts (and Keeping People with the Breed)
Celebrating the Year—One Small Victory at a Time
As the year comes to a close, social media fills with highlight reels: championship photos, ribbons lined up just right, year-end awards, and big goals checked off lists. And truly, those moments deserve to be celebrated. Hard work, dedication, and countless hours in the barn lead to achievements worth being proud of. But as we … Continue reading Celebrating the Year—One Small Victory at a Time
Things Only Horse People Think Are Totally Normal
If you’ve ever caught yourself casually explaining something horse-related to a non-horse person and watched their face slowly fill with concern… this post is for you. Because there’s a whole list of things horse people accept as completely normal that would absolutely raise eyebrows anywhere else. 1. Being Permanently Covered in Hay and Shavings (and … Continue reading Things Only Horse People Think Are Totally Normal
Why I Joined the AHA Discovery Farm Program — And How We Can Make It a Success
If there’s one thing I’ve learned in my years around Arabian horses, it’s this: nothing compares to seeing them in person. Their kindness. Their athleticism. The way they lean into people with a soft eye and a curious mind. You can describe it all day long, but when someone meets an Arabian? That’s the moment … Continue reading Why I Joined the AHA Discovery Farm Program — And How We Can Make It a Success
My First Nationals: A Look Back
It’s hard to believe it’s been almost eighteen years since I first showed at the U.S. Nationals. I never had the chance to compete at that level as a youth rider, so it wasn’t until I turned 21 that I found myself trotting into the iconic Tingley Coliseum in Albuquerque, New Mexico — heart pounding … Continue reading My First Nationals: A Look Back
From Chaos to Courtesy: How to Be a Dream Horse Show Exhibitor
Horse shows are a unique kind of event — full of passion, precision, and proud moments. But behind every polished performance and seamless class is a hard-working network of show staff, secretaries, ring stewards, volunteers, and committee members making sure it all happens. Whether you compete in Arabian breed shows or the detailed world of … Continue reading From Chaos to Courtesy: How to Be a Dream Horse Show Exhibitor
Favorite Product Spotlight
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