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Feline Lymphoma, Part 2

It is now three and a half years since my beloved Siamese, Polar, was diagnosed with renal lymphoma. After 15 months of treatments, countless trips back and forth from Long Island to the University of Pennsylvania Veterinary Hospital in Philadelphia, endless ultrasounds and follow-up visits, my warrior boy was declared not just in remission, but miraculously \"cured.\"

What You Don't Know About Lykoi

Full Moon or Not, the \"Werewolf\" Cat is Coming On Strong!

Paws for Royalty

As the world watched the first coronation of a British monarch in 70 years, royal historians, journalists, and casual observers alike were writing about the events. We cat fanciers are just as interested, as royal pets, past and present, have been documented and photographed.

75 Years With the Grande Old Breed

It’s one of the oldest breeds in the world, but Highland cattle have become one of the new favorites with today’s hobby farmers.

Less is More

Riding in fewer classes at an all-day horse show has many benefits for both horse and rider.

Pick a Performance Prospect That Fits

TOP TRAINERS CASEY DEARY AND CLAYTON EDSALL OFFER 10 TIPS TO FIND THE RIGHT HORSE TO HELP YOU TO SHOW PEN SUCCESS.

Ranch Riding Strategy

Take the time to plan and strategize before you go show for the best outcome.

Build A Better Bond With Your Horse

Improve your relationship with your horse by understanding how horses respond to human interaction.

Checking In With Your Horse

It's easy to throw your leg over your horse and start cruising around the arena in autopilot while you warm up. But is that what you should be doing?

Growing Up Western

INSPIRED RIDER

COOL OFF IN THE CASCADES

Head to a tidy horse camp in Oregon’s Cascade Mountain Range for cool summer rides among mysterious lava outcroppings and hidden springs.

Pressure and Release

Listen to your young rider, and put your own feelings aside. Pushing too hard can drive them away from horses. Timing is everything, just like with your horse.

Through the Eyes of Leroy

When their new horse started displaying strange behavior, owners Mike and Kris Stevens made it their mission to get to the bottom of the mystery. Now, the sorrel gelding rides in style with a pair of goggles that allow him to see the world without pain.

Things Take Time

Are you an overachiever with serious goals in mind? Learn why working harder and longer isn’t always better for your horse.

Nix Lazy Leading

Letting your horse slog along behind you can cause other problems. Fix it early to maintain your horse's responsiveness and respect.

Podcaster & Author

Abriana Johnson followed an unlikely path from dreams of becoming a veterinarian to creating content in print and over the airwaves

POSTING DIAGONALS

In versatility ranch horse competitions, you can boost your score by posting during the extended trot

SHOW OFF YOUR CONFIDENCE

By focusing on these five areas, you can help emcee show nerves and show off you and your horse’s best

PACKING FOR A HORSE SHOW

You'll never forget a thing after preparing with these checklists

PONY OF THE AMERICAS

This flashy pony excels in any arena

Q&A WITH Fallon Taylor

After being bullied as a child and a devastating riding accident, Fallon Taylor rose to the top of the rodeo world

Cool as a Popsicle

Help your horse beat the heat with these yummy popsicles

NERVOUS NELLIES

Try these tips to help a nervous horse discover that jumping is fun

Getting HOT, HOT, HOT!

Use these tips to keep your horse comfortable in the heat this summer

Curious Caterpillars

Dig into cool facts about these creeping crawlers

Zoom In

Find out what makes a hummingbird's tiny body so special

Humming Along

The next time you're near a patch of flowers and you think you see a hummingbird zip by, TAKE A CLOSER LOOK! It just might be a hummingbird moth, a lesser-known but important pollinator.

Perk Up Your Plants

Four smart ways to use coffee grounds in the garden

Nectar-Rich Shrubs

Hummingbirds simply adore these flowering bush picks

Western Gems

Iridescent purple bow ties are the telltale signs of black-chinned hummingbirds