The Plaid Horse

Thanksgiving is a time of gratitude, reflection, and really good food. The Tampa Bay Police horses agree. The mounted unit of TBPD took some time off of saving the world to say “Yay” or “Neigh” to some popular festive foods. While you may want to put away your good china and find a very large bib, here’s what they think you should serve your four-legged family members this holiday:

Purina Animal Nutrition Center is looking for a full-time summer intern for the equine research unit. The equine research unit at the Purina Animal Nutrition Center conducts research focused on four main areas of physiology: exercise, growth and development, palatability and eating behavior, and digestive physiology and the microbiome. The unit houses approximately 75 horses, ranging in age from newborn foals to senior horses.

LEGO meets Equestrian in this exciting announcement: The Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping is launching a limited edition replica trophy made up of LEGO pieces. The coveted trophy, which to date has been won by only one rider – Scott Brash – has been reimagined into an interactive toy, perfect for the entire family, which will give fans an exclusive piece of the action.

In early December, Equestrian Stockholm will unveil “Luxe by Edwina Tops- Alexander,” a unique collaboration with the Australian style icon and Olympic show jumper. The collection brings style, comfort, and performance to the modern rider, featuring two saddle pad sets with matching riding apparel. The collection includes carefully selected products for both horse and rider, with many items made from natural or recycled materials. Each product is designed with an emphasis on both style and functionality, reflecting Edwina’s high standards for quality and performance.

With Giving Tuesday just around the corner, Sentinel continues to raise funds through its Round-Up campaign for Wounded Warrior Project? (WWP). Funds raised will support the critical mental health and wellness programs Wounded Warrior Project provides for our nation’s veterans. One of the programs Round-Up donations will benefit is equine therapy, which helps veterans connect with horses in a safe and open environment, fostering a supportive space where they can build confidence and resilience.

The National Western Stock Show presented by CommonSpirit Health is excited to announce Kathy Sabine—longtime Colorado ambassador, chief meteorologist, and avid equestrian—as the Grand Marshal of the 2025 Stock Show Kick-Off Parade. On Thursday, January 9, Kathy Sabine will lead the iconic parade, kicking off the start to the 119th National Western Stock Show.

“One of the most common challenges that riders face in the hunter and equitation divisions is “first-jump-itis”—an obsessive preoccupation with the distance to the first jump. As a coach, I hate talking about finding distances. After all, the elusive “perfect distance” is nothing more than the natural byproduct of setting the correct pace, establishing straightness in one’s horse, riding the proper track, and maintaining a canter rhythm."-Jesse Fortier

Sarah Duhon was met with smiles and open arms at the in-gate of the R+L Arena after Friday evening’s $15,000 CWD Sellier USHJA National Hunter Derby of World Equestrian Center (WEC) – Wilmington Thanksgiving in the Midwest.

The former majority owners of Palm Beach International Equestrian Center, Mark Bellissimo, Marsha Dammerman, Lisa Lourie, and Roger Smith (“the Partners”), formed a new entity, WI FL Acquisition, LLC (“the Company”) and have completed the purchase of Wellington International from Global Equestrian Group (“GEG”). The Company confirmed Murray S. Kessler will lead the new Wellington International as Chief Executive Officer.

Some ICSI mares are closing in fast on that 100-foal mark. 100 foals. Not a typo but the reality of commercial sport horse breeding business, as breeders look to tap into proven mare families and produce multiple offspring from successful bloodlines.