Pat Heeley Pilots The Immortal Rose to a Win in 3-Year-Old and Over Limited Horse Western Pleasure at 2013 Reichert Celebration
September 5, 2013 Comments Off on Pat Heeley Pilots The Immortal Rose to a Win in 3-Year-Old and Over Limited Horse Western Pleasure at 2013 Reichert CelebrationFor Heeley’s win with “Rosie,” a three-year-old mare by The Immortal and out of a daughter of Zippo Jack Bar, he and owner Robert Roger received a check for $3,850, a $500 maiden bonus check, a Reichert Celebration custom buckle, a Harris Leather and Silverworks show saddle, and a free breeding to Born To Be Blazing. That’s quite the haul considering that Heeley didn’t get Rosie in training until the very last day of the NSBA World Show.
Continue reading …AQHA S/C 1 Results and Photos at 2013 Reichert Celebration
September 5, 2013 Comments Off on AQHA S/C 1 Results and Photos at 2013 Reichert Celebration
Results courtesy of Reichert Celebration show management Reichert Celebration show management has provided us with the first split-combined show results for the AQHA breed show. Click on the link below to view results. 2013 Reichert SC 1_complete Also, scroll below to view Day 2 photos from Around The Rings at the show! [slideshow id=10]
Continue reading …Everyone is Invited to Attend Super Sires Party at 2013 Reichert Celebration Today From 3-7 in Concourse Behind Show Office
September 5, 2013 Comments Off on Everyone is Invited to Attend Super Sires Party at 2013 Reichert Celebration Today From 3-7 in Concourse Behind Show OfficeToday, in order to “Celebrate” and welcome the Western Pleasure Super Sires program to the Reichert Celebration, there will be a Super Sires Party from 3-7 in the John Justin building in the newly-created air-conditioned room that is located directly across from the Reichert sale horses stalling area. Everyone at the show is encouraged to attend. There will be free food, a cash bar, and the opportunity to chat with attending Committee members and stallion owners.
Continue reading …44,000+ Attended Europe’s Premier Western Riding Event, the 2013 Americana in Augsburg
September 5, 2013 Comments Off on 44,000+ Attended Europe’s Premier Western Riding Event, the 2013 Americana in AugsburgWhat a sensational success: 44,000 visitors more than 280 exhibitors world class sport with riders from 19 countries for the first time, Americana hosted FEI European Reining Championship 2015 Americana: September 2 to 6, 2015 Simply unique – this is Americana’s slogan, and the 2013 Americana proved this again. Even after 27 years, Americana is […]
Continue reading …Exciting Updates to NRHyA Stallion Auction
September 5, 2013 Comments Off on Exciting Updates to NRHyA Stallion AuctionOklahoma City, Okla. – NRHA press release by Hayley Lewallen – The National Reining Horse Youth Association (NRHyA) is excited to announce changes to the NRHyA Stallion Auction held annually during the NRHA Futurity. Starting in 2013, all offspring resulting from breedings purchased through the NRHyA Stallion Auction will be recognized as NRHA Sire & […]
Continue reading …Balanced Feet – The Key to Prevent Lameness
September 5, 2013 Comments Off on Balanced Feet – The Key to Prevent LamenessBy Heather Smith Thomas There is a lot of discussion among horse owners and farriers about hoof balance. For sound, healthy feet, balance is crucial, but the concept of balance is frequently misunderstood. Pat Reilly, Chief of Farriery Services, New Bolton Center (Pennsylvania) says we need more communication and research to adequately describe and measure […]
Continue reading …Cowboys “Kissing For a Cause” and Ambush Makeovers at the 2013 Reichert Celebration
September 5, 2013 Comments Off on Cowboys “Kissing For a Cause” and Ambush Makeovers at the 2013 Reichert CelebrationWhy are JR Reichert, Jon Barry, Troy Compton, Tate Oakley, Dave Archer, Troy Oakley, Carl Yamber, Bruce Walquist, Butch Campbell, and Adam Wainscott wearing lipstick? Well, these good-natured cowboys generously agreed to participate in a fun project with Mary Kay Beauty Consultant and amateur exhibitor, Kelly Kay Johnsrud, in order to raise money for cancer research and help find solutions for domestic violence.
Continue reading …Absorbine’s Horseman’s One Step® Products Ideal for Cleaning Leather and Synthetic Tack
September 5, 2013 Comments Off on Absorbine’s Horseman’s One Step® Products Ideal for Cleaning Leather and Synthetic TackEast Longmeadow, MA – It’s widely recognized that horse sweat is one of leather’s worst enemies. Whenever sweat comes in contact with a saddle, bridle or other tack, it absorbs some of the leather’s natural oils, which can eventually lead to drying and cracking. Horseman’s One Step® Cream Leather Cleaner & Conditioner from Absorbine® has […]
Continue reading …Potomac Horse Fever Surfaces in Virginia
September 5, 2013 Comments Off on Potomac Horse Fever Surfaces in VirginiaThis summer, several cases of Potomac Horse Fever (PHF) were reported in central Virginia.1 Although the disease is not contagious, it can be fatal and the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services made horse owners aware of the threat. Megan Green, DVM, manager, Merial’s Large Animal Veterinary Services, advises horse owners, especially those in […]
Continue reading …Trisha Yamber, Danny Desmond, and Dave Archer Win Big in Three Evening Signature Classes at 2013 Reichert Celebration
September 4, 2013 Comments Off on Trisha Yamber, Danny Desmond, and Dave Archer Win Big in Three Evening Signature Classes at 2013 Reichert CelebrationOn the schedule for this evening’s festivities were three signature classes: the Reichert Pleasure Stakes Junior Western Pleasure, Reichert Pleasure Stakes 2-Year-Old Non Pro Western Pleasure, and Signature 3 and Over Green Horse Hunter Under Saddle. First up was a new event to the Celebration this year, the Reichert Pleasure Stakes Junior Western Pleasure. Taking […]
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