Representing all
segments of Maryland’s horse industry
Latest News
County Executive Calvin Ball Proclaims Horse Month in Howard County
On October 23, County Executive Calvin Ball proclaimed October 2025 to be Maryland Horse Month in Howard County. The Proclamation reads: WHEREAS October 2025 is the 5th anniversary of Maryland Horse Month where we celebrate our vibrant and thriving equine industry. Maryland consistently boasts more horses per square mile than …
State Audits Thoroughbred Authority; Finds “Significant” Non-Compliance With Law
On October 10, the Maryland General Assembly’s Office of Legislative Audits released the results of its fiscal compliance audit of the now-defunct Maryland Thoroughbred Racetrack Operating Authority (MTROA). The auditors reported “significant instances of noncompliance with applicable laws, rules, or regulations” and “significant deficiencies” in MTROA’s internal controls. Background The General Assembly …
Farriers: What They Do, Why We Need Them, and How to Treat Them Well
— first published in the October 2025 Equiery There are about 100,000 horses in Maryland, and every one of them needs a good farrier. Farriers protect, support, and balance hooves; they correct foot abnormalities, prevent lameness, and keep the horse moving properly. Even barefoot horses need a good farrier. Rachann Mayer, …
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.
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