Legendary Pimlico Race Course will once again play host to the popular Canter for a Cause Sunday, Oct. 10, giving the public an opportunity to walk, trot, canter or gallop their favorite horse or pony ...

A total of 270 riders from around the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond have signed up to take part in the popular Canter for a Cause Sunday, Oct. 30 at historic Pimlico Race Course. Sponsored by the ...

Contrary to what some might think, most racehorses do have a rudimentary understanding of rhythm; it’s just at a faster pace ...

Whether it’s me sitting atop a new horse for the first time or watching a horse shopper try out one of my sale horses, I’ve been fortunate to do or watch a lot of first rides (which we covered in last ...

GHENT — Emily Eckstrom loved horses from an early age. Around age 11, she was already caring for and riding her own horse, Wallace. In fact, she pursued her love of horses after graduating from ...

Dear Daisy Dog: I am a horse person, and I also have a dog. I notice that when my dog canters, he does a cross canter; in other words, one front leg leads, while the opposite hind leg leads. A horse’s ...

Balk: To stop short of an obstacle. Bit: A metal mouthpiece to which reins are attached. Bridle: A harness of leather straps that fits around the horse's head and holds the bit. Bridoon: A snaffle bit ...