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Offering a Horse Hotel on Your Property: Tips for Barn Owners
Small private barn owners may be interested in offering a horse hotel, or a stall for those traveling with horses, whether it be for a night or a bit longer. There is a lot to think about before you advertise. Learn tips from lifelong Pony Club member Lorelei Wilson Coplen, who has run a horse hotel for many years.
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Pegasus Documentary “On the Fringe” Explores the Realities of Pursuing Elite Equestrian Sport, Including Through Pony Club
On the Fringe, a new documentary that examines the sacrifices, challenges, and ambitions that define life just outside the sport’s highest levels recently launched on YouTube. The film also shines a light on the organizations, local horse shows, Pony Clubs, trainers, and volunteers that form the foundation of equestrian sport. By bringing these stories to the forefront, On the Fringe aims to spark conversations about how the industry can continue to grow while preserving the pathways that make participation possible. Watch the documentary here.
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Equine Industry Unites for Inaugural HORSETOBER, Celebrating the Horse-Human Connection
Horses for Mental Health (HMH) announced the launch of HORSETOBER, a new international awareness movement bringing together organizations, brands and horse lovers to share stories of the meaningful relationships between humans and horses.
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Inside Your Horse’s Inner Circle: Voices from Your Equine Care Team
Every horse has a story, and behind that story is a team of people dedicated to helping him thrive. His inner circle may include the owner, rider, trainer, farrier, groom, and barn manager who support his day-to-day care, as well as practitioners offering alternative therapies, such as acupuncture, massage, and physiotherapy. Together with the veterinarian—the quarterback—who helps guide medical care and coordinates with the broader team, these professionals play an important role in helping a horse feel and perform at his best.
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7 Strategies for Secure and Safe Feed Storage
It’s important that the feed you purchase is fresh, and is stored properly so that it stays that way. These seven tips will help ensure your horse feed stays fresh longer.
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New World Screwworm Confirmed in Texas and New Mexico Horses
The USDA has confirmed a case of New World Screwworm (NWS) in a leg wound on a working ranch horse in Grant County, New Mexico. This is the second confirmed horse case in the United States as part of the current incursion.
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Six Pony Club Members and the “Magnificent 7” Take on the 2026 Retired Racehorse Project Thoroughbred Makeover
The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) is pleased to cheer on six Pony Club members working with Sandia Creek Ranch Auxiliary Foundation (SCRAF) of Fallbrook, Calif., who are taking seven retired Thoroughbred racehorses on an unforgettable journey to the 2026 Retired Racehorse Project’s Thoroughbred Makeover, held October 7–10 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Ky.
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Health Partnerships for Happy Horses
Establishing a good relationship with your veterinarian is an integral part of maintaining your horse’s health and well-being. Learn tips for creating a good working relationship with your vet.
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The Gleaming Gray Horse
It may seem like only gray and light-colored horses get dirty and stained, when in reality, horses of all colors trap dirt and grime in their coats. However, we can just see it more clearly on light-colored horses.
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Six Outstanding Pony Club Members Earn College Scholarships from the United States Pony Clubs
Six members of the United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) have just kicked off their college studies for the year with scholarships awarded by USPC. As the largest equestrian educational organization in North America, USPC is proud to recognize these outstanding members for their academic excellence and active involvement with Pony Club.