Ejiao. One tiny word with massive global impacts. Ejiao is a gel made from boiling donkey skins. It is used in traditional Chinese medicine, cosmetics, and beauty products. Millions of the world’s donkeys (some of whom are American wild … Learn More →

  Basha O’Reilly with Count Pompeii during their epic journey.   The death of Basha O’Reilly early this year shocked the Long Rider community. Accomplished American Long Rider Lucy Leaf, who rode her horse 7000 miles across the United States in … Learn More →

We are sorry to report that amendment 2296 to the Senate Infrastructure Bill sponsored by Senator Bob Menendez (D-NJ) was not adopted. The amendment would have mirrored the House amendment (which passed) and would have banned the transport of equines for … Learn More →

The Horse Stars Hall of Fame honors the contributions of amazing horses by sharing the stories of their athletic and humanitarian feats. It was established by the EQUUS Foundation and the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) in 2013 to celebrate … Learn More →

For the first time since its premiere in 1972, EQUITANA 2022 will bring the equestrian world together again in an even year. At the same time, the industry’s largest international trade fair will celebrate its 50th anniversary. Since its foundation, … Learn More →

  Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian members will soon have access to improved horse and rider reports that are customized to their breed and discipline. By popular request from the membership, the updated reports provide more detailed at-a-glance information, along with … Learn More →

Heartbreaker & Peter Geerink The Team Nijhof stallion, Heartbreaker son of the illustrious Nimmerdor, passed away this morning at the ripe old age of 32. Labeled “Preferent” by the KWPN studbook in 2009 (the highest distinction) then elected “KWPN Horse of the Year” … Learn More →