Representing all
segments of Maryland’s horse industry
Latest News
Misty Manor Cruelty Case Reopened for Parole Violations
-first published Feb. 26, 2026, on equiery.com The State’s Attorney for Carroll County has reopened the 2021 animal cruelty case against Misty Manor Riding Stable in Marriottsville. In 2021, one of Misty Manor’s co-owners, Nichole C. Reinke, was charged with 64 counts of animal cruelty in connection with the mistreatment …
Letter from the President
-first published in the March 2026 issue of The Equiery Dear Members and Friends of the Maryland Horse Council, After one of the coldest and most challenging winters I can remember here in Maryland, I found myself lingering in the barn recently one evening, long after the last feed bucket …
The March Equiery Is Out!
March has come in like a lion. Will it go out like a lamb? Tammie Monaco’s pony Alfie — aka Big Al — graces the cover of our March issue and he’s betting on lambs… This issue has three terrific features to get us motivated for warmer weather. We also …
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.
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