My Soapbox for Equestrian Writings
Some time ago I wrote about the diving horses of Atlantic City — Don’t Try this at Home — a story that has captured the imagination of many readers. Yesterday, I received a comment from Louise Lamoureux who has first hand experience. Rather than leave this as a comment, I thought it deserved its own […]
Read MoreOn July 9th the breeding program for the endangered Przewalski‘s Horse at the Smithsonian Zoo celebrated a resounding success: a healthy foal. Last year two Przewalski foals were born at the Smithsonian. No news as to whether the foal is a filly or a colt, but proud mom Brandy looks proud as punch. More on […]
Read MoreYou’ve got to give this young rider a lot of credit for his sheer stick-to-it-ness. Or, is the velcro on his breeches? Anyhow, the commentary is an amusing take on the inside of a pony’s brain. It reminds me of Penelope and Kipper, Thelwell’s memorable creations.
Read MoreI’ve written before on retirement options for senior horses (Rehoming the Senior Equine). It’s not easy to find a place where you can be assured that your horse will be well cared for while living out its senior years, especially when the retirement facility is far away from where you live. But what about when […]
Read MoreI was thrilled to find out that Equine Ink has received the “Honest Scrap” award from The Literary Horse. It really makes me happy to learn that people enjoy reading my blog, especially when it’s Jane because I so much enjoy her blog (and cannot believe that she is not funny in person). Now comes […]
Read MoreIt’s very tempting to go to the racetrack for your next project horse. Off-the-track-Thoroughbreds (OTTBs) are often inexpensive, beautiful and definitely in need of a new career once their success on the racetrack has diminished. I’ve owned three OTTBs and have looked at several more during my horse purchasing adventures. Over the past week I’ve […]
Read MoreIt’s amazing how many horse racing terms and idioms have snuck into every day speech. Here are a few. Out of the gate: We talk about how someone does at the start of an activity, like breaking from the starting gate. Jockey for position: If you’ve watched the first two legs of the triple crown, […]
Read MorePetPlan, a U.K.-based provider of insurance policies for horses and pets has introduced the PetPlan Virtual Stable Yard. Called “Your Stable”, the site is a three-dimensional interactive environment that allows the online visitor to choose where they go in the yard and what information they wish to pick up on their journey. Surfers can roam […]
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