Godolphin Flying Start Announces New Trainees
Godolphin Flying Start is delighted to announce the latest intake of trainees for its prestigious two-year Thoroughbred Industry Management and Leadership Program....
Wilderness Rides
Will they become history or remain a reality?
Have you ever seen a horse climb a tree? Some of you, like myself, may have been riding one that has tried it when spooked by a noisy, mechanical “th...
Caring for Easy Keepers
Watch for these signs in an easy keeper—and here’s how to help them live at their healthiest.
Your beloved equine partner has always loved his feed trough, and these days he’s looking a bit r...
Norris Appointed TRF Marketing, Communications Manager
Kendall Norris brings extensive experience in strategic marketing, social media management, and sponsorship development to the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation....
HIWU Releases 2024 Annual Report
The Horseracing Integrity & Welfare Unit announces the release of its 2024 Annual Report. Among the highlights are statistics on testing, results management, the adjudication of cases, investigations,...
Piazza Leads After Day 1 in NHC
Powered by a steady stream of nine winners, Dan Piazza, a wealth management advisor from Chicago, leads after the first day of the 26th National Thoroughbred Racing Association National Horseplayers C...
April 2025 Western Horseman – Table of Contents
On The Cover
Kenyon Bearup of the Vera Earl Ranch. Photography by Jennifer Denison.
Kenyon Bearup of the Vera Earl Ranch. Photography by Jennifer Denison
Features
EQUINE RHABDOMYOLYSISBett...
Riding the Wave: The Rise of Equestrian Communities
The Growth of Equestrian Communities: A New Era of Horse-Friendly Living
In recent years, equestrian communities have experienced a surge in popularity, with more people seeking to combine their pa...
Natural Disasters Tips
If the weather were perfect year-round with just the right amount of rain, sunshine, heat and cold, more people would likely own livestock. Unfortunately, in our world, the only certain thing about th...