Horse & Rider

In every issue of Horse & Rider you'll find articles on training by the country's leading experts, the latest on equine health care from top veterinarians, trail riding tips from savvy back country riders, and much more!

More Than the Score

Horse & Rider • VOLUME LXV, NUMBER 4

THE RUN FOR A MILLION • Western performance horses, news, and event coverage by the team at Horse&Rider.

Horse Life • TRAVEL HEALTH SOLUTIONS STYLE HORSEKEEPING

Manure

Horse Show Organization

Saddle Blankets

Winter-Ready Body Condition

Circle Without the Cow

Farther, Not Faster • Learn to truly extend your horse’s gaits instead of simply going faster.

Control the Feet, Calm the Mind • Giving your horse consistent direction on the ground creates better communication, stronger boundaries and a safer partnership.

Family Fun at the Barn • There’s something for everyone at the barn.

Performance Mares • Evaluate and place these 6-year-old performance mares. Then see how your choices compare to our expert judge’s.

BACK IN THE SADDLE • THREE PROFESSIONAL TRAINERS LEARNED THAT RECOVERING FROM A SERIOUS ACCIDENT TAKES MORE THAN PHYSICAL HEALING—AND THAT GETTING BACK IN THE SADDLE CAN BE AS MUCH A MENTAL CHALLENGE AS A PHYSICAL ONE.

RETHINKING RESPECT • WHAT LOOKS LIKE DISOBEDIENCE MAY HAVE LESS TO DO WITH ATTITUDE AND MORE TO DO WITH HOW YOUR HORSE IS WIRED TO RESPOND.

Systems in Place to Help • Whether you’re a horse owner in need or someone who recognizes a potential problem, knowing what’s available to you is essential for a positive outcome.

One Last Thing