Scholarly Equestrian

In this video, we take an in-depth look at the heartbreaking story of Jovian, the renowned dressage stallion who tragically died at just 11 years old following his gelding procedure. Jovian’s passing shocked the equestrian world, and in this discussion, we explore the possible reasons behind his late gelding, including Fragile Foal Syndrome, a serious genetic condition that can be passed to foals and often leads to euthanasia due t...

In this video, we take a rare look at Willi Schultheis, one of the most influential figures in classical dressage history. Known as “The Quiet Master,” Schultheis helped shape the foundation of modern German dressage, guiding riders toward true harmony, softness, and feel.

Watch as he performs Grand Prix movements with remarkable ease, demonstrating a forward, giving hand and a horse that moves with a beautifully open throatlatc...

He was bred to race… not to make history. 🖤

This is the incredible true story of Monica Spencer and her Thoroughbred partner, Artist — a horse who rose from quiet New Zealand paddocks to the biggest 5⭐ stages in the world.

From humble beginnings to the Maryland 5 Star, this is a journey of trust, courage, and belief — proof that the heart of a Thoroughbred can still outshine the most expensive warmbloods.

Join me as we expl...

Today we remember one of the greatest eventing horses of our time — The Foreman, affectionately known as Chip. 💔

Phillip Dutton’s incredible partner, The Foreman, was more than a champion event horse — he was a teacher, a friend, and a legend in American eventing history. From his humble beginnings as an off-the-track Thoroughbred at Charles Town Races to competing at Burghley Horse Trials, Kentucky Three-Day Event, and winning...

Today, we say goodbye to one of the most influential dressage stallions of our time — Vivaldi, the KWPN Preferent sire whose legacy continues to shape modern dressage breeding around the world.

Vivaldi wasn’t just a breeding phenomenon. He was a horse who moved with poetry, who passed on brilliance, lightness, and expression to generations of dressage stars. From Vitalis to Desperado, Dream Boy, Expression, and Geniaal — his son...

This is one of the most important conversations we’ve ever had on this channel.

The FEI — the international governing body for equestrian sport — has proposed a controversial new rule that would allow horses showing blood from tack or rider aids to remain in competition, as long as the bleeding is considered “minor” or “unintentional.”

For decades, equestrian sport has stood on a promise: horse welfare comes first.

That mean...

In this powerful and emotional biography, we dive deep into the life and journey of Monica Spencer, one of New Zealand’s most inspiring event riders — and a woman who’s redefining what’s possible with a Thoroughbred. 🇳🇿

Monica’s story is more than just an equestrian success tale. It’s about heart over breeding, grit over glamour, and faith over doubt. In a sport increasingly dominated by elite warmbloods, Monica stood her grou...

In this video, you’ll get to watch the full dressage test and cross-country round from Artist, a 14-year-old off-the-track Thoroughbred who just made history at the Maryland 5★ Three-Day Event.

Ridden by New Zealand’s Monica Spencer, Artist defied all expectations — outscoring many of the world’s top Warmbloods in the dressage phase with a stunning score of 23.7, and then going clear across the demanding cross-country course, ul...

When was the last time you saw an off-the-track Thoroughbred leading a 5-Star three-day event?

At the 2025 Maryland 5⭐, Monica Spencer and her incredible Thoroughbred Artist did the unthinkable — outscoring some of the world’s top Warmbloods to take the lead after dressage.

This is the story of heart, harmony, and the quiet determination of a horse who wasn’t bred for dressage… but proved that courage, trust, and partnership ca...

In this powerful and emotional video, we dive deep into a hidden truth the horse world has ignored for far too long — the rise of toxic trainers and the lasting damage they cause to riders, horses, and the entire equestrian community. 🐴💔

From mental and emotional manipulation to abusive “training” methods disguised as discipline, this documentary-style narration explores how fear and silence have allowed toxicity to thrive in ...

The footage was so horrifying… we can’t even show it. 💔

A horse, strapped to a saddle, its head tied down, a backing dummy on its back — left alone in a pen, struggling.

And the person responsible? Showing producer and judge Mr. Hodgkins.

A judge — someone trusted to uphold horse welfare — caught on video committing unthinkable cruelty.

The video has now been viewed over half a million times, sparking outrage across the eq...

💔 Farewell to Donarweiss GGF (2001–2025) — the American-bred Hanoverian stallion who carried Genay Vaughn to international success and captured the hearts of dressage fans around the world.

This emotional tribute video looks back at his incredible journey — from a talented young prospect at Greengate Farms to a Grand Prix champion and cherished partner at Starr Vaughn Equestrian. Together, Genay and Donarweiss achieved internat...

Charlotte Dujardin has officially returned to the international dressage arena — and the world is watching. In this video, we take a hard look at her first ride back after suspension, aboard Imhotep’s son, Brave Heart, at the 2025 Wellington CDI3*. While many celebrated her comeback, others in the community are far from happy — raising serious questions about accountability, welfare, and what this means for the future of our sport....

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This video is for educational purposes and constitutes Fair Use under Section 107 of the US Copyright Act of 1976. Allowance is made for “Fair Use” for purposes of education, research, criticism, comment, and news reporting. This video is fully transformative and created in accordance with YouTube’s Content Reuse Policy under the Content Reuse Act. It includes original narration, commentary, educational context, visual edits, and ...

2025 has already proven to be a dramatic year for the world of dressage. In this video, we dive deep into two major stories shaking the equestrian world: the shocking cancellation of Madrid Horse Week, including its FEI World Cup qualifier, and the highly anticipated international comeback of Charlotte Dujardin at CDI Wellington Heckfield.

From the administrative challenges that led to Madrid’s cancellation, to the ripple effect...

🚨 Did you know YOUR horse could test positive for a banned steroid just from eating hay, grass, or weeds in the pasture? A shocking new study has revealed that horses can ingest ecdysterone, an anabolic steroid on the banned substances list, through completely normal feedstuffs — including hay, common weeds, and even some commercial feeds.

In this video, we dive deep into the research from Queensland University of Technology an...

The full FEI Tribunal report into Cesar Parra’s horrific abuse of horses has finally been released—and it is worse than anyone imagined. For decades, whispers circulated about his cruel methods, but now the evidence is public, detailed, and undeniable. This 30-minute documentary walks you through the shocking findings: the whips, the spurs, the shackles, the pulley systems, and the torment inflicted on horses forced into fear and s...

The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) has officially updated the blood rule—and it’s causing a wave of controversy in the horse world. In this video, Kristen Beck breaks down the rule change, explains why dressage decided to opt out, and dives deep into the growing debate over horse welfare, fair play, and the future of equestrian sport.

🏇 What we cover in this video:

✅ What the new USEF blood rule actually says

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