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!

Horse & Rider • VOLUME LXIII, NUMBER 1

Positivity for 2024

Enjoy the Ride!

SADDLE CHAT

Horse Life • TRAVEL HEALTH SOLUTIONS HORSEKEEPING

Happy Feet, Happy Horse

Spring Organizing

Feeding Low-Bulk for Troublesome Tummies

Ride & Train • PRIVATE LESSON / WINNING INSIGHTS / PROBLEM SOLVED / CONFIDENT RIDER / RAISING RIDERS / CONFORMATION CLINIC

Turn on the Forehand

Better Your Backup • Avoid having a sticky backup with these tips from NRHA Professional Horseman Peter DeFreitas.

Keep Loading Easy • By keeping your basic training solid and respectful, you shouldn’t face problems when it comes time to jump in the trailer

Stick to the Steps • When your horse loses focus in the show pen, fall back on your routine.

Boots on the Ground • Don’t overlook the importance of groundwork for all levels of young riders, but especially new beginners.

Quarter Horse Geldings • Evaluate and place these 2- and 3-year-old Quarter Horse geldings. Then see how your choices compare to our expert judge’s.

FIT FOR THE ADVENTURE • Before you hit the trails, invest the time to evaluate and develop your horse’s fitness level to ensure a fun, safe, and smooth ride.

What Is Your Vet Thinking? • Learn what goes through your vet’s mind as they come running to help in an emergency.

Barn Life Made Easy • MAKE DAILY LIFE AT THE BARN A LITTLE EASIER WITH THESE TEN BARN HACKS.

Rescued Hearts • The Transformative Journey of Thistle and the Lifesaving Work at Longmeadow Rescue Ranch

Final Thoughts