Potomac Riverside Stables

12/04/2023

https://www.horsenation.com/2023/11/27/mythbuster-monday-riding-a-horse-in-a-tie-down-standing-martingale-helps-him-balance/

On Mythbuster Monday, we tackle a variety of equestrian myths to either bust or confirm. Today’s discussion: Does riding a horse in a tie down/standing martingale help him balance? It’s Mythbuster Monday, where Horse Nation dives into different equestrian myths and provides research-based eviden...

12/01/2023

11/27/2023

https://thehorse.com/116080/what-shape-are-my-horses-feet-in/

Even horses with less-than-ideal feet can lead sound and productive careers.

11/22/2023

https://www.horsenation.com/2023/11/17/animated-disney-horses-that-stole-the-show-part-i/

We all know that everyone's favorite part of any movie is the horses, right? Wait. Not everyone? Just us? Either way, we love them. So we're taking a moment to recognize our favorite animated equines from the Disney library. As equestrians, there's no question that our favorite part of pretty much a...

11/13/2023

https://www.horsenation.com/2016/11/01/6-ways-to-participate-in-no-stirrup-november-without-creating-sore-back-december/

Happy November, kiddos! You know what that means: it's No-Stirrup November. But before you hang up those stirrups for good this month, check out our guide to getting started to ensure you and your horse stay safe and healthy. Photo by Kristen Kovatch No-Stirrup November is upon us! This month is an....

11/08/2023

https://horsenetwork.com/2023/10/alexa-pessoa-riding-got-me-through-breast-cancer/

I have been thinking about writing this for some time. Over the past year I’ve been waiting for some kind of conclusion to be able to feel like I can tell a story. The truth, as I’m learning, is there isn’t a conclusion as long as I’m here to write so I might as well …

10/30/2023

https://www.horsenation.com/2023/10/14/2023-thoroughbred-makeover-the-final-results-are-in/

The 2023 Retired Racehorse Project Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America, has concluded. Here are the top five winners in every division! The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) is an organization that supports racehorses as the find second careers....

10/25/2023

https://www.horsenation.com/2023/10/23/training-in-the-right-way-finding-a-knowledgeable-teacher/

This week's article was born of the recent discussion regarding the education problem in our sport and looks at the importance of, and ways to, begin to assess potential dressage teachers. There are many difficult aspects of dressage, but perhaps hardest part about learning dressage is finding a goo...

10/11/2023

https://thehorse.com/18778/protecting-your-horse-from-poisonous-fall-leaves/

Is it okay for my horse to eat leaves that have fallen from trees in his pasture?

10/02/2023

https://www.horsenation.com/2023/09/18/smartpak-monday-morning-feed-life-lessons-from-riding/

Being around horses is one of those experiences that always offers something to learn -- even if you spend every day doing it. SmartPaker Ellen Brunelle discusses how some of those lessons have translated into her adult life. Read on for more: By SmartPaker Ellen Brunelle I’ve been lucky enough to...

09/25/2023

https://www.horsenation.com/2023/09/19/becoming-an-equestrian-even-if-youre-scared-of-horses/

Here are 10 tips for overcoming your fear of horses. If you have always found the world of equestrianism fascinating but feel intimidated whenever you get close to horses, don't worry; you can still become an equestrian despite your fear of them. Equestrianism, or horseback riding, can be an incredi...

09/20/2023

https://horsenetwork.com/2023/08/all-in-the-family/

Five years ago, Jennifer Crooks gave up an international showjumping career to improve the lives of vulnerable children in Ethiopia. Today, what she’s accomplished is worthy of any podium. Some childhood joys transcend all boundaries of geography, culture, and experience, and it appears that a pon...

09/13/2023

https://thehorse.com/1123296/preparing-hard-keeping-horses-for-cold-weather/

Cold weather often brings unwanted weight loss in hard-keeping horses. Two experts offer advice on preventing this as we prepare for temperatures to drop.

09/04/2023

https://thehorse.com/1123270/treating-tendon-and-ligament-injuries-in-horses/

Tendon and ligament injuries are leading causes of poor performance in horses. Learn about conventional and therapeutic treatment modalities in this visual guide.

08/28/2023

https://horsenetwork.com/2023/08/how-mustang-trainer-mom-ann-hanlin-found-her-calling/

It’s hard to remain the “cool mom” long-term to your children, but Ann Hanlin has an ace card up her sleeve, at least when it comes to her two sons. After all, anybody can be a soccer mom. But a real-life Mustang trainer? That’s ‘legit’ by just about any middle school standard. These day...