Anrie DiedericksI've been around horses since I was 6 years old and started competing at the age of 9. Horses are my greatest passion and I am thrilled to be able to share my 23 (and counting) years of experience and knowledge with you.
Anrie Diedericks 
Why do horses have weird show names? Learn how registered names, barn names, pedigree traditions, registry rules, character limits, and competition IDs fit together in this practical 2026 guide.
A practical 2026 guide to dressage levels, including the USDF and FEI progression, national differences, movements, readiness, and current official test sources.
Trace the horse’s origins from North America to the Western Eurasian steppe, and learn the difference between domestic, feral, and truly wild horses.
How many calories does horseback riding burn? Learn what changes the estimate, how to track rides honestly, and how riding fits into a safe fitness routine.
Learn what dressage riding is, how tests and levels work, what the training scale means, and how beginners can start safely and ethically.
Learn how to use a Fitbit or Google Health app to log horseback riding, interpret steps and calorie estimates, track heart-rate trends, and keep a useful riding log in 2026.
Goat feed is not automatically safe for horses. Learn why ionophores such as monensin can be toxic, what to do after exposure, and how to store feed safely.
Wild horses wear their hooves through movement and terrain, but natural wear is not a guarantee of soundness. Learn what differs for domestic horses and how to build a practical hoof-care routine.
Can Clydesdales do show jumping? Learn what draft-horse size, soundness, conditioning, jumping technique, and welfare mean for safe low-level jumping.
Yes, you can usually ride while wearing a tampon if you feel well, use it as directed, and plan for comfort, changing, and symptom-related breaks.
How cold can horses tolerate? There is no universal cutoff. Learn how coat, wind, moisture, shelter, forage, water, body condition, and health shape a horse’s winter-care needs.
A practical 2026 comparison of Western and English saddles, including disciplines, design differences, rider position, horse fit, and warning signs that tack needs attention.
