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Inspiring life stories that range from the hard-working professionals, non-pros, and horse owners that dedicate every day to the Western horse lifestyle.

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Sep 21, 2022

Western Horse Life

The Riding Family

Bringing together a multigenerational family under one home barn can reap big benefits for all. Here’s how one Colorado family does it, what they get out of it, and why it’s important to them.

By Jennifer Paulson

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Jun 3, 2021

Western Horse Life

When teenager Rebecca Kennedy decided to sign up for the Extreme Mustang Makeover, she did it because she wanted to challenge herself as a rider. But she ended up learning so much more after working with her untouched mustang.

By Nichole Chirico

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Apr 2, 2020

Horse Health

Being Brave

We often hear about the greatest horse a rider has had the opportunity to ride, but we don’t always hear about the bravest horse they’ve swung their leg over. We talk with five riders who tell us about the brave horses that changed their lives.

By H And R Editors

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Dec 3, 2019

Western Horse Life

Talk About Savvy!

Linda Parelli brought a new level of intensity– some would say hype–to Pat Parelli’s teachings. Is she the best thing that could’ve happened to the Parelli phenomenon, or is the program now more hoopla than horsemanship? An H&R exclusive.

By Jennifer Forsberg Meyer

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May 13, 2019

Western Horse Life

Women Professionals: Dirt Arenas, Not Glass Ceilings

Women are showing they belong at the top of the professional ranks in the Western performance horse industry, even if they’re a minority.

By Megan Arszman

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Jan 18, 2019

Western Horse Life

Running Wild: Mustang Maddy

Madison Shambaugh helps horses and humans improve their communication—lessons she’s learned from her mustangs.

By Abigail Boatwright

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Jun 28, 2018

Western Horse Life

When the Shoe Fits

Mark Milster’s passion for blacksmith and farrier work has taken him all over the world. It even landed him an induction into the International Horseshoeing Hall of Fame.

By Nichole Chirico

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Apr 19, 2018

Western Horse Life

A DIY Rider Alone at the Top

Sandra Bentien is the consummate do-it-yourself non-pro reiner, from the breeding shed to the saddle. Here's her DIY rider story.

By Megan Arszman

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Apr 18, 2018

Western Horse Life

Horse Family: Dad, the Driver

Larry Weatherford describes himself as his daughter’s driver—to shows, clinics, and competitions. But he’s much more than that when it comes to helping her chase her horse dreams and nurture his horse family.

By Katie Navarra

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The Riding Family

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Being Brave

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Women Professionals: Dirt Arenas, Not Glass Ceilings

Running Wild: Mustang Maddy

When the Shoe Fits

A DIY Rider Alone at the Top

Horse Family: Dad, the Driver

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