Hendra Virus Confirmed in Dog After Horse Died on Same Property
July 23, 2013 Comments Off on Hendra Virus Confirmed in Dog After Horse Died on Same PropertyHendra virus has been confirmed in a dog on an infected property near Macksville, New South Wales (NSW), Australia. “This follows the death of a horse from the virus on the same property on July 4, 2013,” NSW Chief Veterinary Officer Ian Roth said. “Samples from the dog were sent to the Department of Primary Industries’ Elizabeth […]
Continue reading …View 2013 All American Quarter Horse Congress Entry Book Online
July 23, 2013 Comments Off on View 2013 All American Quarter Horse Congress Entry Book OnlineIf you haven’t already received your 2013 All American Quarter Horse Congress entry book in the mail, it’s on its way! In the meantime, you can now view a complete premium book, including entry forms, online. Click here to view the 2013 All American Quarter Horse Congress premium book online. Also, be sure to note […]
Continue reading …2013 PQHA July Show Exceeds Expectations With 600+ Stalls Sold and 2,500+ People in Attendance
July 23, 2013 Comments Off on 2013 PQHA July Show Exceeds Expectations With 600+ Stalls Sold and 2,500+ People in Attendance“This show is the largest Quarter Horse show in PA,” says Frank Salopek, PQHA President. “Our goal is to become one of the top 10 shows in the nation. Each year, we continue to grow and expand. We work really hard to be exhibitor and horse-friendly thanks to our hard-working members and the cooperation of the Centre Grange Park management and grounds crew, who have made this equine facility one of the premiere facilities in the east.”
Continue reading …American Association of Equine Practitioners Receives AVMA’s President’s Award
July 23, 2013 Comments Off on American Association of Equine Practitioners Receives AVMA’s President’s AwardThis week, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) awards the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) the 2013 AVMA President’s Award. During the AVMA’s Annual Convention in Chicago, July 19–23, the AVMA honors some of the nation’s top veterinarians, individuals and organizations during several events and ceremonies. Each recipient has worked tirelessly to improve the lives of […]
Continue reading …Celebrate National Day of the Cowboy on July 27th at AQHA Hall of Fame
July 23, 2013 Comments Off on Celebrate National Day of the Cowboy on July 27th at AQHA Hall of FameThe National Day of the Cowboy is an event that is celebrated around the country, including right here in Amarillo. Local groups have joined forces to teach, entertain and celebrate the eighth annual National Day of the Cowboy with the public. The celebration takes place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on July 27 at the American Quarter […]
Continue reading …2013 NRHA/Markel Insurance Horse Sale Details
July 22, 2013 Comments Off on 2013 NRHA/Markel Insurance Horse Sale DetailsNRHA press release by Christa Morris – The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) produces three premier reining horse sales each year during the NRHA Futurity & Adequan North America Affiliate Championship Show: the NRHA / Markel Insurance Breeders Showcase, Marketplace and Futurity Prospect Sales. Photo by Dawn Baxtrom These sales offer an outstanding group of 2-year-old reining prospects, […]
Continue reading …Actor, Robert Redford, Speaks Out Against Horse Slaughter
July 22, 2013 Comments Off on Actor, Robert Redford, Speaks Out Against Horse SlaughterSANTA FE, NM- Former Governor Bill Richardson and legendary actor, director, and conservationist Robert Redford today announced they are joining the fight to stop horse slaughterhouses from reopening in the United States. The action is the first of a new foundation the two have formed to protect animals and wildlife. The Foundation to Protect New […]
Continue reading …Horses Hit by Lightning in Wisconsin, Two Riders Injured
July 22, 2013 Comments Off on Horses Hit by Lightning in Wisconsin, Two Riders InjuredAccording to local Waukesha County news station, WISN, a group of horses and riders out on a trail ride in the Kettle Moraine State Forest in Eagle, Wisconsin were hit by lightning yesterday. Click here to read more.
Continue reading …Only Metropolitan Indoor Horse Show in U.S., 55th Washington International Horse Show, Will Offer $1/2 Million in Prize Money
July 22, 2013 Comments Off on Only Metropolitan Indoor Horse Show in U.S., 55th Washington International Horse Show, Will Offer $1/2 Million in Prize MoneyThe 55th Washington International Horse Show CSI 3* (WIHS) is pleased to announce an increase in the prize money awarded this year in the open jumper and hunter divisions. WIHS will offer nearly half a million dollars in total prize money in 2013, more than a $70,000 boost from 2012! The official prize list for […]
Continue reading …Hard-Fought Open Finals at 2013 NCHA Summer Classic Challenge
July 22, 2013 Comments Off on Hard-Fought Open Finals at 2013 NCHA Summer Classic ChallengeIt was a hard-fought finals performance in the open competition of the Great American Insurance NCHA Summer Cutting Spectacular Classic Challenge July 20th at Will Rogers Coliseum, with two great mares Stylish Martini, owned by Dottie St. Clair Hill of Glen Rose, Texas, and Cat Mom Do, owned by Reata Ranch Cutting Horses of Los […]
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