Kentucky Derby Countdown: Speed in the Middle, Stars on the Outside, Fireworks Guaranteed
Get a deep dive into the 2025 Kentucky Derby field with analysis of post positions, pace dynamics, key contenders, long shots and under dogs.
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Update on Finn
While Finn might not have been the right horse for me, in the right hands he’s turned into a really nice horse with a bright future.
Read MoreMichael Jung Makes History with Fifth Kentucky 5* Victory; Boyd Martin Secures Second and National Title
Michael Jung dominated the 2025 Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event with his record fifth title, Boyd Martin secured the USEF National 5* Champion title, and Harry Meade delivered a standout third-place finish.
Read MoreMichael Jung Holds onto the Lead After Cross-Country Masterclass
Michael Jung and fischerChipmunk FRH tightened their hold on the Defender Kentucky 5* today, delivering a brilliant cross-country round and setting up a historic bid for Jung’s fifth Kentucky title.
Read MoreAll Eyes on Cross-Country: 2025 Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event Update and Predictions-Day XC is Tomorrow
The 2025 Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event is already delivering drama, and we’re only just heading into cross-country! After two days of dressage, the leaderboard is set — but if there’s one thing we know about eventing, it’s that everything can change on cross-country day. Here’s a look at where things stand after dressage and what […]
Read MoreThe Healing Power of Horses
A powerful six-minute story from The Moth highlights how one small horse helped Alistair Bane through deep pain—and reminds us all of the healing power of animals. A must-watch for anyone who’s ever found comfort in a four-legged friend.
Read MoreThe Mystery of Birdcatcher Spots: Fleeting Markings with a Storied Past
Rosie’s new friend, Jay, is a chestnut Quarter Horse (or possibly Appendix) that has a number of small white spots across his body, roughly the size of a dime or a quarter. This curious phenomenon is known as Birdcatcher spots. Named for a 19th-century Irish Thoroughbred stallion, these elusive markings are more than just eye-catching—they […]
Read MoreA Friend for Rosie
After Curly died, Rosie was distraught. She paced. She called out. She searched for her friend. I would go and sit with her and she would occasionally stop to check in, but I wasn’t much comfort. The vet gave me Trazodone, which helped (I have never seen so much Trazadone in one place before!) but […]
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