Equus Barn Stories

We humans spend a lot of time perfecting our stewardship of horses. But we could learn a lot from the way horses care for others within their own circles. This episode is brought to you by My New Horse , your resource for navigating your horse ownership journey.

Ever had a handful of a horse, one you just couldn't do anything with? That just about describes a Thoroughbred named Smoke. The star of this episode, he is what some might call a "bad actor." But things are about to change for him bigtime, and you'll want to hear the rest of his story. This episode is brought to you by the EquiShield® line from Creative Science, offering veterinarian-developed so...

This story may be mostly about a dog, but horses figure in it, too. For a certain rambunctious, goofy canine — a neighborhood troublemaker named Dru — there are endless joys in life that just have to be experienced. Maybe there's a lesson here? This episode is brought to you by SmartEquine and ColiCare, an innovative approach to hindgut health and colic prevention. Learn more at SmartEquine.com/Co...

In this "Best of Barn Stories" episode, riding across a lonely desert landscape becomes much more as the author of this essay explores her childhood fantasy and the moment it's on the verge of becoming reality. This episode is brought to you by SmartEquine and ColiCare, an innovative approach to hindgut health and colic prevention. Learn more at SmartEquine.com/ColiCare .

In this "Best of Barn Stories" episode, we meet a little orange mare with attitude—the type of horse many of us would never imagine owning. Then comes the freak injury. What unfolds next is a story of transformation as the author reexamines her priorities and comes to love her mare in unexpected ways. This episode is brought to you by My New Horse , your resource for navigating your horse ownershi...

Some holiday stories are just so heartwarming that they become a tradition at EQUUS. This episode is one of those. Set at the racetrack, it features a claiming horse with heart, a plucky jockey and a sweet little boy who just wants to go home for Christmas. Enjoy! This episode is brought to you by My New Horse , your resource for navigating your horse ownership journey.

In this “Best of Barn Stories” episode, we revisit the touching tale of an unlikely bond between two special horses. Could it be love? This episode is brought to you by My New Horse , your resource for navigating your horse ownership journey.

In this first-ever "Best of Barn Stories" episode, we travel back to the summer of 1930—nearly a century ago—when millionaires were millionaires and horses were very much horses. (Has anything really changed?) This episode is brought to you by My New Horse , your resource for navigating your horse ownership journey.

There's one universal experience with horses that is like no other. And we think you'll agree that this episode captures that feeling perfectly. This episode of "Barn Stories" is brought to you by " East of Wall, " a new film directed by Kate Beecroft that paints a portrait of cowgirls in the New West.

Too big, too young, wrong color—if you’ve ever been frustrated with horse-shopping, this episode of "Barn Stories" is for you. This episode is brought to you by My New Horse , your trusted companion in horse ownership.

What’s the one thing that can prompt a normally unflappable police horse to abandon her post? Find out in this episode of "Barn Stories." This episode is brought to you by My New Horse , your trusted companion in horse ownership.

What if that "nothing" that spooked your horse is actually something—something important? This episode of Barn Stories serves as a good reminder that whatever triggers our horses' instincts is worth investigating, even if their fears seems groundless. This episode is brought to you by My New Horse , your trusted companion in horse ownership.

This heart-warming true story has become a holiday tradition here at EQUUS. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do. This episode is brought to you by My New Horse , your trusted companion in horse ownership.

How can a loose-horse crisis turn into a heartwarming story of redemption? Find out in this episode (and don't forget to hug that older, half-forgotten equine friend!). This episode appears courtesy of the Horse Week Film Festival, brought to you by Boehringer-Ingelheim . Watch. Learn. Be inspired.

The transition from horse girl to horse woman is a process with which many of us are familiar. In this episode, the writer takes us back to those formative days to explore the influence of horses on our lives. This episode is brought to you my My New Horse , your trusted companion in horse ownership.

Once upon a time a young woman, her horse and her dog journeyed across the country without even a cell phone or a GPS to guide them. What they experienced was truly inspiring and sure to resonate with anyone who's spent time in the saddle. Listen to part of their amazing story, excerpted from a book called “Distant Skies: An American Journey on Horseback,” by Melissa Chapman. This episode is broug...

Have you ever had an "interim" horse? They're the ones we know for only a few days but that end up playing pivotal roles in our equestrian lives. In this episode of "Barn Stories," we remember these horses with fondness.  This episode is brough to you by My New Horse , your trusted companion in horse ownership.

What breathtaking sight can absolutely terrify horses? Tune in to find out! This episode of "Barn Stories" is brought to you by My New Horse , your guide to becoming a horse owner .

The heartwarming story behind this episode really captures the spirit of the holiday season. In fact, it's become a tradition at EQUUS. If you don’t already have a holiday podcast tradition, this is one you might want to adopt. Enjoy! 𝑇ℎ𝑖𝑠 𝑒𝑝𝑖𝑠𝑜𝑑𝑒 𝑜𝑓 "𝐵𝑎𝑟𝑛 𝑆𝑡𝑜𝑟𝑖𝑒𝑠" 𝑖𝑠 𝑏𝑟𝑜𝑢𝑔ℎ𝑡 𝑡𝑜 𝑦𝑜𝑢 𝑏𝑦 USRider , 𝑡ℎ𝑒 ℎ𝑜𝑟𝑠𝑒 𝑖𝑛𝑑𝑢𝑠𝑡𝑟𝑦'𝑠 𝑝𝑟𝑒𝑚𝑖𝑒𝑟 𝑟𝑜𝑎𝑑𝑠𝑖𝑑𝑒 𝑎𝑠𝑠𝑖𝑠𝑡𝑎𝑛𝑐𝑒 𝑝𝑟𝑜𝑔𝑟𝑎𝑚. 𝐽𝑜𝑖𝑛 𝑛𝑜𝑤 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑝𝑒𝑎𝑐𝑒 𝑜𝑓 𝑚𝑖𝑛𝑑 𝑜𝑛 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑟𝑜𝑎𝑑—𝑤...

There’s something profoundly centering—even meditative—about cleaning stalls that transcends the job at hand to provide peace after a stressful day. If you can relate, we think you will enjoy this episode of "Barn Stories." This episode is brought to you by My New Horse , a place where those new to horse ownership or riding will find the resources and community they need at their stage of the equi...

For many young wannabe horse owners back in the day, tack catalogs were much more than a source for brushes and halters. They were a connection to a world for which they longed—a coping strategy and a "treasure trove of possibilities." If this story sounds familiar to you, you'll relate to this episode! This episode of "Barn Stories" is brought to you by El Encanto Resort and its sister property,...

This episode may be short, but it's poignant and powerful. Listen as a longtime contributor and friend of EQUUS lays out the fundamental truths about loving horses and how their roles in our lives often change as we grow older. If you’re tuning in, she’s talking about you! This episode of 'Barn Stories' is brought to you by El Encanto Resort and its sister property, El Lugar Resort, in Costa Rica....

What's your favorite way to enjoy a gorgeous autumn afternoon? For many of us, there's only one answer to that question. Indeed, some of life's most transcendent moments are experienced from the back of a horse. If you can relate, this episode of "Barn Stories" is for you. This episode of "Barn Stories" is brought to you by El Encanto Resort and its sister property, El Lugar Resort, in Costa Rica.

In this heartwarming episode we learn of a trainer's many trials as she prepares an ex-racehorse for the Retired Racehorse Project's Thoroughbred Makeover. How will this "difficult" but eager-to-please prospect perform in his "big reveal" event? Listen to find out! This episode of "Barn Stories" is brought to you by Horse Week , a week-long online film festival dedicated to horses.

If you've ever had your own "heart horse," you'll understand the need to share stories like this one, to keep special memories of our beloved horses alive. Even if you've never been so fortunate, "Old Soldier" is an unforgettable story about an unforgettable horse whose bond with his owner was undeniable. Give it a listen! This episode of Barn Stories is brought to you by HorseWeek and the USRider...