Horse Industry
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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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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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Take Your Horse to Boarding School
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to attend a boarding school with an equestrian program? For middle school and high school students dedicated to horses and riding, attending a boarding school with a top-level equestrian facility and bringing your horse with you adds even more to the academic experience.
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American Horse Council Marketing Alliance Announces New Team Challenge
The American Horse Council’s (AHC) Marketing Alliance invites teams of college and university students across the United States to participate in the AHC Marketing Alliance Team Challenge. Selected teams of 5–10 students will be eligible to receive grant funding of up to $15,000 to develop and implement innovative initiatives that expand engagement in the equine industry.