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U.S. Army to Retire Most Ceremonial Horse Units, Offer Horses for Adoption

Tom2025-07-28T06:09:51-05:00 In a significant shift to prioritize combat readiness, the U.S. Army has announced plans to retire the majority of its ceremonial horse units. Over the next year, horses from five military installations will be adopted out, transferred, or donated as part of the service’s strategy...

Italy Now Recognizes Horses as Athletes

Tom2025-07-15T08:31:14-05:00 In a groundbreaking move for equestrian sport and animal welfare, Italy has officially become the first country to legally recognize horses as athletes. This new legislation, which took effect on June 6, 2025, represents a significant advancement in how sport horses are viewed and...

Horses Need Herd Companionship, Not Just Human Company

emma ambrose2025-07-07T02:48:19-05:00 Horses are inherently social animals, shaped by evolution to thrive in close-knit herds where companionship offers emotional security and physical well-being. While human caretakers often strive to comfort horses through attention and affection, recent research shows that human interaction alone isn’t enough to replace...

American Rider Critically Injured in Fall at International Show Jumping Event in Normandy

Tom2025-06-30T08:18:48-05:00 An American equestrian is in critical condition following a serious accident during a high-level competition in Normandy on Sunday afternoon. The incident occurred during the Grand Prix Sotheby’s International Realty – Normandy Region CSI3*, hosted at the Pôle International du Cheval in Saint-Arnoult, near Deauville. Thirty-two-year-old...

Olympian Heath Ryan Suspended After Whipping Video Sparks Outrage—Calls Incident a “Rescue Effort”

emma ambrose2025-06-19T13:02:14-05:00 Australian Olympic equestrian Heath Ryan has been provisionally suspended following the emergence of a video showing him repeatedly whipping a young horse. Ryan, 66, responded to the backlash by describing the incident as part of a desperate attempt to rehabilitate the animal, which he claimed...

The Rise of Hobby Horsing: Sport, Creativity, and Fun in One

Tom2025-03-03T12:02:29-05:00

What is Hobby Horsing?

If you think hobby horsing is just child's play, think again! Hobby horsing is a fascinating mix of sport, hobby, and creative expression that has gained significant traction in recent years. This unique activity involves riders performing equestrian disciplines—such as show...

Supporting Young Riders and the Future of Equestrianism Through Scholarships

Tom2025-03-03T11:45:10-05:00 As young riders embark on their journeys to higher education, the opportunities to grow in the equestrian world are immense. Scholarships support dedicated athletes by easing financial burdens and encouraging continued involvement in the equestrian community. The 2025 USEF Higher Education Equestrian Scholarships are now...

The Trump Administration Wild Horse Policy and What It Means

emma ambrose2025-03-03T11:40:09-05:00 The fate of America’s wild horses and burros has long been a contentious issue, and as discussions surrounding the Trump administration’s return to power, advocates and policymakers are closely examining the implications of Project 2025 on these animals.

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Wildfires and Horses: Preparing, Evacuating, and Reuniting in Times of Crisis

Tom2025-01-28T04:12:25-05:00 Wildfires can strike with little warning, leaving communities scrambling to protect lives, property, and animals. In Los Angeles, where fires like the Eaton and Palisades blazes recently raged, equestrian facilities have become lifelines for horses and other animals in need. These moments underscore the importance...