The Great Lakes Equestrian Festival, presented by B&D Builders, wrapped up six weeks of competition Sunday at Flintfields Horse Park. Erynn Ballard added one more victory to her remarkable summer in the $20,000 1.40-1.45m Jumper Classic, while Team Ghere closed out the $10,000 World Wide Technology Non Pro Team Jumper Challenge with a fault-free team performance and jump-off win.
Are you afraid of long, lush grass for your horse? I used to be, but I am not any more. However, I am afraid of the unknown. So, when I don’t know enough about something that is very important for the health and wellbeing of my horses, I research it. Over the past 15 years, the management of our herd has changed significantly because of this. What has not changed? The 3 F’s (freedom, friends and forage) have been a constant.
Would you have been worried about your horses last month if they lived outside 24/7 with no manmade shelter? This is the second winter that our horses have lived on a rolling pasture at the Dundas Valley Conservation Authority. Their only shelter is in the valleys or forest. So yes, we worried, and we kept extra close watch on them in January to ensure they had the resources they needed to survive the cold.
The U.S. has reported the finding of Vesicular Stomatitis (VS) in the State of Arizona. The following restrictions have been implemented by the CFIA.
With her family ties to equestrian sport, it’s unsurprising that Allie Schmidt developed a strong connection with horses at a young age. By her mid-teens, she was already running her own training program from her family’s barn in Campbellville, Ontario, and by the end of high school, she was competing at the FEI Junior level in dressage.
Warming up your horse before riding is essential for optimizing their performance and preventing injury. A thoughtful warm-up routine improves circulation, enhances flexibility, and primes the horse’s muscles and joints for the work ahead.
Ice boots are a useful and inexpensive tool for managing recovery in horses after exercise or injury. These specially-designed equine devices help cool the horse’s legs, providing relief from pain, inflammation, and swelling.
This November, the University of Guelph is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Equine Industry Symposium, and we want your voice to help shape the conversation!
The bond between humans and horses is built on trust, companionship, and decades of shared experience. When a beloved horse passes, cremation is a meaningful way to honor that connection. Parting Stone takes this further with their solidification service, transforming the ashes of your equine companions into smooth stones that offer a lasting, tangible tribute.
Guelph, ON June 5, 2025 - Announcing Horse eCamp, an exciting new youth initiative presented by Ontario Racing and education partner Equine Guelph, is online now! The FREE virtual learning program is designed to educate and inspire youth with a passion for horses. The online program aims to introduce teens to the world of horses and showcase potential careers in the industry.
