How to make a Lunge Line

David SandersonHorse Techniques & Careers

So you might be asking yourself – What on earth is a lunge line? Well, it’s a rope-like piece of equipment, usually 20 feet or longer in length, attached to the halter (picture below) of a horse to provide control while lungeing. Lungeing is a common practice that handlers do routinely to exercise a horse in a circle. The lunge …

The Equestrian Bride

David SandersonAll About Horses

Here comes the equestrian bride! Planning a wedding and want a grand entrance? If you are having an outdoor wedding, why not arrive on a beautiful horse? Whether you’re planning a picture perfect fairytale wedding, or opting for something unexpected, here ‘s a bit of inspiration to have a wedding like a princess. Here is an adorable bride trotting in …

Medieval Horse Breeds

David SandersonHorses in History

In the Dark Ages, horses were used for transportation, farming and warfare. The most expensive and well-bred medieval horse breed were called Destriers. Theses highly trained Destriers appealed to by noble lords and knights due to the fact they were taller, were one solid color and were extremely beneficial during battles. These horses were extremely expensive, and rare.

Equestrian Summer Fashion!

David SandersonEquipment, Food, Preparation & Health

Since you most likely own a horse and know how to ride one, why not look fashionable while doing it! Below are some examples of what to look for and where to find the best equestrian summer fashion!; before you know it, you’ll be trotting around town in style at the Dallas Equestrian Center Center! Equestrian Collections LAS Helmets Vega …

Horse Birthday Party Ideas!

David SandersonAll About Horses

Is your lil’ Westerner in love with horses? How about for their next birthday party, you roundup all his/or hers friends to celebrate like the Old West with a horse birthday party theme!   Here is all you need to get the party started! Horse cupcakes! Horses are not that easy to master into a cake. But, cupcakes are!  Cupcakes …

Lucky Horseshoes!

David SandersonHorses in History

Do you have a lucky charm? Horseshoes have long been associated with good luck- but why? The superstitious symbol has had a solid presence in popular culture for years. Lucky Charms has purple marshmallow candies in the shape of horseshoes and are our favorite leprechauns cereal called ‘Lucky Charms’. Their popularity as lucky emblems date back centuries ago when they …