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ONLINE EXTRAS
> Postcard: 2009 George Morris Horsemastership Day 1
January 5, 2009 -- Dressage Olympian Robert Dover encourages eight young riders to have a vision of how great they can be and gives them tools to achieve that greatness.
> On the Rail: David O'Connor on the Latest on Eventing Safety
December 26, 2008 -- "The culture of the eventing world is starting to change," says USEF president and former Olympic gold medalist David O'Connor.
> Editor's Note: What's Fair in FEI Drug Testing?
In the December '08 issue of Practical Horseman magazine, Managing Editor Stacey Nedrow-Wigmore discusses the fairness of the FEI's "zero tolerance" drug policy.
> Rider to Rider: Best Holiday Gifts
In the December 2008 issue of Practical Horseman we asked our readers about the best holiday gifts they've ever given or received. Here are their favorite memories. From the editors of Practical Horseman magazine.
> Make Sure Your Jumping Saddle Fits You, Too
Use Jim Wofford's simple test to find out whether your jumping saddle is working with you--or against you. From the editors of Practical Horseman magazine.
> How Saddle Design Affects Your Riding Form
Eventing Olympian and top coach Jim Wofford explains how saddle design can help--or hinder--your riding form, whatever the discipline. By Jim Wofford with Sandra Cooke, exclusively for Practical Horseman magazine.
> Treeless Saddles Offer Alternative to Bareback
Dr. Joyce Harman discusses treeless saddles, an alternative to riding bareback. From the editors of Practical Horseman magazine.
> The What, Why and How of Polo Wraps
Grand Prix competitor George Williams' assistant, Rani Ulrich, shares her technique for applying polo wraps. From the editors of Practical Horseman magazine.
> Ease the Stress of Eventing on Your Horse
Veteran eventing coach Jim Wofford offers some coping strategies to ease the stress of eventing's 21st-century pace on our horses. From the editors of Practical Horseman magazine.
> The Right College Degree for a Horse Caree
Planning a career that involves horses? The opportunities are there, and so are degree programs that qualify you--while building in additional options for the future. By Sandra Cooke for Practical Horseman magazine.

IN DECEMBER'S ISSUE
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  • Special Breed Issue
  • To Breed or Buy?
  • Preparing & Undertaking the First Ride
  • When & Why Mares Abort, Plus How to Prevent It
  • John Madden Evaluates Horse-and-Rider Potential
  • My Mare's About to Foal--What Should I Have on Hand?

Flexible: The Comeback Kid
Rich Fellers' World Cup show jumping partner's astonishing recoveries are testaments to perseverance and good horsemanship.

So You Want to be a Vet?
Four veterinarians give you the lowdown on what to expect if you've considered following this challenging--but rewarding--career path.

Polish Your Jumping Skills
University of Findlay's Sandra McCarthy shows you a fun, simple exercise to improve straightness, turns, track riding and rhythm.

You CAN Ride to Music!
Dressage trainer Ruth Hogan-Poulson teaches you how to use this powerful tool to help solve training problems in ANY discipline.

Cross-Country with Jim Wofford
'Tis the season to think about your competitive year past and plan for the year to come.

Conformation Clinic with Julie Winkel
How do you rate this class of pony jumpers? Compare your placings to our judge's.

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