A Chat with Local Author Sharon Wilsie

Have you ever wished that you could speak with your horse? While it is a common dream for many equestrians, local author Sharon Wilsie of Westminster, VT, has decoded equine facial expressions and body movements so that you can truly have a conversation with your horse. We sat down with Sharon to learn more about Horse Speak and how it can influence your relationship with your horse. 

Equestrian Spotlight: Liz DeLuca

Many equestrians talk to our horses, but few of us know how to listen. Liz Deluca of DeLuca Equine, LLC, in Galway, NY, focuses on hearing what horses are trying to tell us so that she can begin to have conversations. Beginning in the hunter/jumper world, Liz was drawn to natural horsemanship early on and now aims to make it accessible to everyone, helping them to build strong relationships with their horses. 

Local Barn Resource Guide

If you are looking for a barn in the area, we encourage you to refer to this listing of popular equestrian facilities, many of which we are proud to call customers as well as friends.

Equestrian Videos to Brighten your Day

As horse lovers, many of us enjoy filling our days with everything equine! Whether you are curled up on the couch or spending time traveling on your daily commute, videos are a fun way to stay connected and occupy our spare moments. We have compiled a list of our favorite content for every equestrian.

Reflections on the Thoroughbred Makeover

Now, with the trip to Kentucky to compete in the Thoroughbred (“TB”) Makeover a month behind me, I’m able to reflect. In the days following the show days, it was impossible to ignore the pulse of the competition still beating in my veins. What horse would I bring next year? How can I better prepare, …

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The Road to Kentucky: Part I

In a competition of 794 trainers and $100,000 of prize money up for grabs, horse-rider teams need to be en pointe to get a piece of the pie. The challenge is heightened by the fact that the competing horses all have 10 months of training or less, and are recently retired from their careers as …

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Equine Affaire 2014 Recap

The Cheshire Horse had another successful year at the Equine Affaire! This year, we were represented by four different booths in the Better Living Center: Cosequin, Andis, Shapley’s, and Omega Fields. We were lucky to have Pat Parelli as a guest in our booth with Omega Fields on Saturday. We also sponsored Arabian stallion Shiraz …

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Texas Adventures with Downunder Horsemanship: Part 4

Well, we’re back! Our amazing weeks in Texas have come to an end, and Waylon and I are readjusting to normal life. No more 5:30 a.m. wake-up calls, no more blissful hours upon hours of riding under the hot Texas sun, and no more amazing — albeit gluttonous barbeque and Mexican dinners. If anyone is …

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Texas Adventures with Downunder Horsemanship: Part 3

Three things I have learned: 1.) The Downunder Horsemanship company and crew is absolutely amazing; 2.) Clinton Anderson is one of the funniest and no-nonsense people I have ever met; and 3.) Texas is really freaking hot. I am having an absolute blast at the Clinton Anderson Ranch for the 10 Day Fundamentals Clinic. There …

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