As part of its efforts to end the abuse of Tennessee walking horses and encourage more humane, “sound” competition with the breed, The Humane Society of the United States has become a corporate sponsor of the World Versatility Show operated by the Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders and Exhibitors Association. The HSUS will also staff an […]
Continue reading …You knew it was going to be an awesome week when an American Bald Eagle flyby kicked off day one of Reining By The Bay 2013. The weather was spectacular, the depth of talent was incredible and day after day the spectators were treated to an action packed competition as the best in the West […]
Continue reading …In ongoing celebration of its 35th anniversary, the Kentucky Horse Park will now give guests free admission to the next calendar day when they purchase a general admission ticket. Essentially a two-day ticket, guests will have more time to explore the park and be entertained with the daily activities and presentations, museums and many equine competitions and special events throughout the year.
Continue reading …NRHA press release by Hayley Lewallen –The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) is excited to announce that 2011 Hall of Fame Inductee Shining Spark has become the associations sixth Four Million Dollar Sire. This historic milestone puts him among others such as Hollywood Dun It, Topsail Whiz, Smart Chic Olena, Gunner, and Wimpys Little Step. […]
Continue reading …ST. PAUL, Minn. (7/23/2013) —As hay prices soar, new mobile apps developed at University of Minnesota Extension can help horse owners more precisely determine how much hay to purchase and feed their animals. “Horses have evolved from work animals to recreational animals, with many leading leisurely lifestyles of limited exercise and access to lush pasture […]
Continue reading …The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association will stop in Amarillo on September 18 for one of four stops of the Wrangler Champions Challenge. The Champions Challenge rodeos will be aired on Great American Country in a made-for-TV series featuring 10 top competitors in each event. “Amarillo and the Tri-State Fair & Rodeo are honored to be one of […]
Continue reading …The 2014 Pinto Horse Association of America Convention is scheduled for March 5-8 in Oklahoma City in conjunction with the Year-End Awards Banquet and Hall of Fame Banquet. PtHA is looking for members who want to get involved and have their voices heard. There are a few committees and thus a number of opportunities to […]
Continue reading …International news has been all abuzz lately with the announcement of the birth of the royal baby, George Alexander Louis, or more formally, His Royal Highness Prince George of Cambridge, who is currently third in line to the throne. Now that his name has been officially decided it’s time to make another important decision… what type […]
Continue reading …The 2013 AQHA Region Three Championship recently took place July 17-21 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Thanks to Jennifer Horton of bar H Photography, we have some fun candid images for your viewing pleasure.
Continue reading …“I was walking out to get my horses from their paddocks with a halter slung over my shoulder. It occurred to me that the crown piece of the horse halter would make a perfect shoulder strap for a handbag. It stayed put on my shoulder, and it was so comfy! Later, I looked online to see if I could find a handbag made from a horse halter strap, and my search turned up nothing.”
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