Equus Barn Stories

Have you ever had a disappointing riding lesson? In this month's essay, the author reflects on a particularly awful session while driving home from the barn. Are there larger life lessons to be learne...

4 Apr 20236min

How much can a horse change? How about a person's opinion of that horse? In this episode, a woman makes a misguided assumption about a particular horse based on his breed and behavior during their fir...

16 Nov 202214min

Sometimes when horse people travel, they have to pack some emotional baggage. In this episode of "Barn Stories," we hear how hard it can be to leave one's horses behind--but also how rewarding.This ep...

2 Nov 202213min

When you lose a special horse, it can take years to connect with another. How long, then, can it take when you lose two special horses? Tune in to find out.This episode of "Barn Stories" is brought to...

19 Okt 202213min

The long, quiet hours waiting for a colic to resolve provide an opportunity for thoughtful reflection. In this episode of "Barn Stories," an owner uses that time to truly appreciate the family horse. ...

5 Okt 202211min

Many equestrians dream of keeping their horses right in their backyards. In this episode, we learn what the reality of that arrangement can be. Is it worth it? Tune in to find out!Watch. Learn. Be ins...

21 Sep 20227min

How do you feel about ponies? If you've ever had a relationship with one of these pint-sized terrors ... er, equines ... you'll want to hear this episode.Today's episode is brought to you by 5/A Baker...

7 Sep 20228min

A trail ride with an old equine friend can bring on a flood of emotions. In this episode of Barn Stories, you’ll experience them all! If you’ve ever loved and ridden a horse into its twilight years, b...

17 Aug 202210min