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‘He Just Wasn’t John Anymore’

John Henry wasn’t the friendliest horse–far from it. However, his ability to turn a humble pedigree into the resume of a champion made him a prime attraction at the Kentucky Horse Park, where he spent his final 22 years.


“We would

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Rambo Luggage Range

The new Rambo Luggage Range is a collection designed for the needs of equestrians. The black and gold luggage is made from Jacquard fabric with nylon lining and offers features to transport clothing, boots, and tack.

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AMP Research BedStep

AMP Research introduces the BedStep, the first rear mounted tailgate step that works with the tailgate open or closed, and is engineered to OEM standards for fit, function, and durability.

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The Giving Tree

You probably read it when you were young, or you’ve read it to your own children at some point, but there’s a wonderful story out there by Shel Silverstein called The Giving Tree. Originally published in 1964, the story is that of a young ma

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HOOFix High Density Pad

The HOOFix High-Density Pad is a durable hoof pad that fits inside the HOOFix Emergency Boot to provide extra cushioning for horses with laminitis or sore feet. The high-density pad cushions and provides shock attenuation.

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Horse Freed from Mire After Five Hours

A horse got trapped in three feet of silt covered by water in Darlington, County Durham, United Kingdom on Friday, and it took rescuers more than five hours to free the horse, according to an article on thisisthenortheast.co.uk by Graeme

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Michigan Budget Crisis Could Halt Horse Racing

Michigan’s horseracing industry, already reeling from decreases in revenue and the possible closure of Great Lakes Downs after this season, is facing an Oct. 1 shutdown should the state legislature fail to approve a budget.


Michigan

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Arizona Man Arrested after Horse Dies

An Arizona man has been arrested in the death of his horse, authorities said. James Cude, who lives in a county island east of Mesa was taken into custody Tuesday by the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office.

“He basically starved the animal to

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Drought: Wild Predators Frequenting Suburban Areas


The recent drought in some Western states, coupled with the aftermath of wildfires, has compounded the problem of wildlife visiting populated areas. Horse owners can initiate simple changes in equine and farm management to reduce the risk

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Horse’s Death Revives Criticism About Safety

A carriage horse’s death in New York’s Central Park has renewed animal-rights activists’ concerns about the animals. 

Several protesters gathered near the park after a startled horse bolted, injured itself and died yesterday

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USEF Safety Task Force Releases Recommendations

The task force formed by United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) to review current safety procedures at USEF licensed competitions recently made its recommendations as part of an effort to monitor safety standards in equestrian sport.

Th

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