Representing all
segments of Maryland’s horse industry
Latest News
Watch Our Short Video Preview of the August Issue of The Equiery
The Equiery goes live tomorrow! Watch our video below for a sneak preview of the August issue. Make sure your sound is on …
The Heat Goes On, and On, and On
Have you been following our posts about horses and heat? Are you up to speed on all the new science about how to keep your horse safe in hot weather? Interested in a deeper dive into the science behind MHC’s recommendations for keeping your horse safe in hot weather? Listen …
2025 Legislative Session Wrap Up
Maryland’s General Assembly adjourned its regular session at midnight on Monday, April 7. This was in many ways an extraordinary session, as many of the legislators themselves have commented. A great deal of the legislature’s time and energy this session was consumed by the budget. Late last year, budget predictions …
The mission and
history of MHC
The Maryland Horse Council, Inc. (MHC) is the § 501(c)(6) trade association that has represented the Maryland horse industry for over 35 years. Our core mission is to lobby state and local government for sensible and economically sound positions, and to provide educational and business networking resources for the Maryland horse community.
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One Common Bond: the Maryland Horse
One Common Voice: the Maryland Horse Council
The Maryland horse industry is impressive. There are more horses per square mile (10.5) in Maryland than in any other state in the country, and 51.8% of Maryland households contain at least one horse enthusiast. Our industry contributes $2.4 billion to the Maryland economy.
Come join us and help ensure that everyone enjoys the ride!
MHC’s trade publication is The Equiery, which provides the Maryland horse community with horse industry news, educational articles, photos, and profiles on horse businesses and horse people, as well as a service directory for businesses that serve the Maryland horse industry.
How you can support MHC
Become a Member
Join together with others who love horses and are dedicated to a great future for Maryland’s equines.
Become a Sponsor
We love working with our sponsors to ensure that their needs and business goals are met.
Become an Advertiser
We want everyone who keeps up with MHC to know what you or your business has to offer.