Horses in harness trot easily, and it is a frequently used gait by those driving horses with a cart, carriage or wagon. But it should not be the foundation of harness work, Jim Rock told a group of ...

Some people think driving a horse is fun. I’m not one of them, but I can see the appeal. If for some reason you can’t ride, but your horse is sound and willing, driving her in pleasure classes can be ...

The spectacle is reminiscent of the movie “Ben Hur,” with high-speed action and roaring crowds. Teamwork is crucial.

Bits come in all sorts of shapes, sizes, styles and designs, and what suits one horse won’t work as well for another. With such a vast range to choose from, deciding which to use is a complex task.

They are used to steer a horse, but some think placing a hunk of metal in their mouths and tugging on it is cruel. A few riders have found another way. By Sarah Maslin Nir As Brendan Wise gallops his ...