Team USA’s week at CHIO Aachen is underway, and before we get started in earnest catch up with #supergroom Steph Simpson and Commando 3 as they traveled to Germany for the big event!
U.S. Events Opening Entries Today
Waredaca Farm H.T. (MD); Caber Farm H.T. (WA); The Event at Archer (WY); Genesee Valley Riding & Driving Club H.T. (NY); Ocala Summer H.T. II (FL); Full Gallop Farm August H.T. (SC)
U.S. Events Closing Entries Today
The Event at Rebecca Farm (MT); Youth Equestrian Festival (VA); Kentucky Summer H.T. (KY); Horse Park of New Jersey H.T. II (NJ); Silverwood Farm Summer H.T. (WI); Course Brook Farm Summer H.T. (MS); Full Gallop Farm July H.T. (SC)
News & Reading
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In a moment of heightened political scrutiny and legislative pressure on LGBTQ+ rights, what does queer inclusion look like in the equestrian world? On Friday, the Full Moon Farm Eventing Foundation hosted a virtual panel of LGBTQIA+ equestrians and advocates to discuss representation, safety and what it means to be out in a sport that hasn’t always been welcoming of queer riders. Read a recap of the informative panel here.
It’s fireworks season in the U.S. and this often comes with a lot of anxiety when it comes to managing our horses’ (and other animals) stress. Start preparing early for July 4, and The Chronicle of the Horse has more tips for you here.
Keeping a horse happy and sound after a tendon injury requires diligence, patience and knowledge. How can you ensure your horse can be comfortable and even enjoy an ongoing career after an injury like this? The Horse has advice for you here.
Sponsor Corner: Kentucky Performance Products
Do you know the signs of heat stroke in horses? Symptoms include a rectal temp of 103+, a higher respiratory rate that does not decrease with rest, lethargy and other signs. There are things you can do to help your horse recover when this happens, so save this piece from Kentucky Performance Products for help if you need it.
Video Break
Catch up with Cosby Green after her double top-10 finish at Luhmühlen last month on the latest episode of The Jon and Rick Show:
