Italian rider Luca Moneta won the hearts of a packed house at Olympia, The London International Horse Show, when he cleared 7ft 2in in a thrilling Alltech Christmas Puissance.

Helping Shawn reach this new milestone was his second place finish at the 2013 NRHA Futurity in the Level(L) 4 Open Finals aboard Tinseltown Fly Guy (Hollywoodstinseltown x Fly Flashy Jac), owned by Wagner & Vandorp.

Today’s EC Holiday Horse photo of the day features a mini Paint, PF Notice My Image, and Callie the heeler, who are sharing some holiday kisses under the mistletoe! This adorable image was sent in by Laura Carnevale. Send your holiday horse photos to b.bevis@equinechronicle.com to see them featured on our website or Facebook page.

Today’s EC Holiday Horse photo of the day comes from Wendy Washeleski in Taberg, NY. Will She Hunt, aka “Lucilya” is enjoying her first winter snowfall with Emilya Washeleski. Send your holiday photos to b.bevis@equinechronicle.com and you might seem them on our website or Facebook page. Also, be sure to check out our online gallery […]

Memorable moments include Hammer being licked by a fake horse tongue, Depp’s humorous interaction with a white horse who wanted to get a bit too cozy, and numerous failed attempts at high flying mounts and dismounts.

Charlotte County, Fla., law enforcement authorities are seeking the public’s help in identifying those responsible for cutting the mane of a horse grazing in its Punta Gorda pasture earlier this month.

Carol Merritt sent us this photo of her adorable daughter, Madison Merritt, with her two “mane” squeezes! Send your photos in today to b.bevis@equinechronicle.com to be featured on our website or Facebook page.

Built in 1870, this stunning estate sits among 53 acres of landscaped grounds and open pastures on both sides of the road. The Manor residence exudes the charm and authentic details known for the period and architectural style.