Horse Illustrated

Horse Illustrated is the go-to magazine for horse enthusiasts. Every issue is packed with valuable information on horse health and care, practical training tips for both English and western riders, and interesting lifestyle articles for those who love horses. In addition to our magazine, HorseIllustrated.com and our youth publication, Young Rider, we are committed to enhancing the lives of horse owners and helping riders of all skill levels take care of and enjoy their equine companions.

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What Does a Lifetime of Horse Care Cost?

6 days ago | horseillustrated.com | Holly Caccamise

If you’ve ever owned a horse, you are no stranger to unplanned expenses cropping up. Most horse owners budget for care costs without factoring in health emergencies and the frequent vet calls, medications, diagnostics, and treatments that are likely to pop up. During a break at the recent Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event in April, I sat down with Jennifer Brocker, Vice President of Client Marketing, Veterinary/Pet Care, CareCredit, and Kate Hayes, Vice President Equine Expansion, CareCredit.
2025 Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event Recap and Results

2 weeks ago | horseillustrated.com | Holly Caccamise

Kentucky skies were finally blessed with bright sunshine all day for the conclusion of the Defender Kentucky Three Day Event CCI5*-L. With two rails in hand for the show jumping phase, Michael Jung (GER) and Fischerchipmunk FRH dropped only one to finish on a score of 25.0, granting Jung a record fifth Kentucky 5* win—the others came in 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2022. Always modest and soft-spoken, Jung refused to tout his obvious and spectacular talent. “It’s definitely luck,” he said afterward.
2025 Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event: Cross-Country Day

2 weeks ago | horseillustrated.com | Holly Caccamise

After a day of deluges on Friday, cross-country day dawned dry, gray, and very cold for late April, with a “feels like” temperature of 45 degrees that persisted all day. The ground was still holding a lot of water, which turned out to be very deep and tiring for the horses, with scads of time penalties in both the 4* and 5* divisions.
2025 Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event: Dressage Day Two

2 weeks ago | horseillustrated.com | Holly Caccamise

Under threatening skies that provided on and off downpours and even some lightning, nobody could catch Germany’s Michael Jung on the second day of dressage at the 2025 Defender Kentucky Three Day Event CCI5*-L at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Ky.Jung has four Olympic gold medals and four Kentucky 5* titles.
Breed Portrait: Gypsy Vanner

1 month ago | horseillustrated.com | Kristina Lotz

Learn about the Gypsy Vanner, a versatile and gentle small draft horse breed for equestrians of all types. After World War II, the travelers (also called Gypsies) of the United Kingdom and Ireland needed a horse that could do everything: be strong enough to pull their ornate vardos, the wagons the families live in; gentle enough for the children to lead and look after, and comfortable enough to ride when needed.
Breed Profile: European Brabant

1 month ago | horseillustrated.com | Audrey Pavia

While draft horses come in many shapes and sizes, from the gigantic Shire to the smaller Haflinger, most have something very important in common. Each owes its existence to the magnificent European Brabant. The oldest of all draft breeds, the European Brabant has been known by many names over the centuries.
Sabrina Lewis and Her Crowning Achievements

1 month ago | horseillustrated.com | Abigail Boatwright

Speaking on a stage surrounded by the glitz and glamour of the Miss America Pageant, Sabrina Lewis stands out with her megawatt smile in her immaculate equestrian attire. Instead of displaying a conventional talent, such as dancing or singing, Sabrina is delivering a speech talking about her lifelong passion for horses. Sabrina has spent her life championing representation, both in the horse world and on the pageant stage.
Equine Insurance Policies

1 month ago | horseillustrated.com | Cynthia McFarland

Insurance. It’s a fact of life for most adults. We insure our vehicles, homes, businesses—even our smartphones. We buy life and health insurance. Horses can also be insured. Equine insurance coverage policies are available for almost any horse or pony, whether grade or registered. Unfortunately, much of what happens in life is out of our control. Insurance can’t prevent bad things from happening, but it offers a financial buffer when they do.
Treatment of Equine Tendon Injuries

1 month ago | horseillustrated.com | Audrey Pavia

Tendon injuries are a diagnosis every equine owner dreads. Here’s what to do to ensure the best outcome in the event your horse injures a tendon. It was two days after the 4th of July when I decided to take my horse Milagro for a ride alone on the trail. We live in an equestrian community with well-groomed bridle paths, and I planned to have him out for about an hour. We were only about half a block from home when it happened. I heard a car coming down the street we had just turned off.
Backing Up Your Horse in Hand

1 month ago | horseillustrated.com | Daniel Johnson

A horse that confidently and obediently backs up on command is a joy to have around. Whether you’re maneuvering to close a gate, positioning your horse for farrier work, or just need to take a couple steps back to reach the bottle of fly spray, backing is an all-important skill for convenience. It’s also a safety benefit while working in the barn.