New Rood and Riddle Surgical Facility Begins to Take Shape
November 23, 2016 Comments Off on New Rood and Riddle Surgical Facility Begins to Take Shape
The new surgical facility is on target to be completed during the early months of 2017. It will consist of five large patient stalls, an induction and recovery stall, transfer area, surgical suite, client viewing area, and a treatment room. All of the amenities of the new facility will be climate controlled and continuously staffed.
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The challenges are team events pairing amateur and pro riders, often from across barns, in a fun, supportive environment. They are judged following AQHA rules and standards, but have a structure that takes incentive and payback elements from Team Roping and Barrel Racing. There is 100% payback, along with added money, and a guarantee of $1,000 to the winning team.
Continue reading …The Equine Chronicle Jan/Feb Edition Deadline is Dec. 1st!
November 22, 2016 Comments Off on The Equine Chronicle Jan/Feb Edition Deadline is Dec. 1st!
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Continue reading …Kickstarter Campaign Launched for New Equine Bodysuit Linked to Mobile Application
November 22, 2016 Comments Off on Kickstarter Campaign Launched for New Equine Bodysuit Linked to Mobile Application
Equisense Care is a connected bodysuit linked to a mobile application, which enables the rider to remotely follow his horse’s activity thanks to behavioral parameters. It also tracks the horse’s stress levels and state of health thanks to physiological parameters (such as heart rate, respiratory rate, and perspiration). The objective is to learn from the behavior of horses in order to optimize the balance of their lifestyle, reduce their stress and improve their health.
Continue reading …Six Signs of Good Quality Horse Hay
November 22, 2016 Comments Off on Six Signs of Good Quality Horse Hay
“Look for more flat leaves in the hay and fewer round stems; this indicates the plant was less mature when cut,” says Fresquez. “More leaves typically mean higher digestibility and nutrient content for your horse.”
Continue reading …ABC’s of APHA Breeders’ Trust, Futurity, and Sale
November 22, 2016 Comments Off on ABC’s of APHA Breeders’ Trust, Futurity, and Sale
Whether you’re new to the Breeders’ Trust program or a seasoned veteran using your payouts to fund your show habit, there’s a lot of information to absorb. To help, we’ve concocted this short guide about a trio of programs: the APHA Breeders’ Trust, the Breeders’ Futurity and Farnam Breeders’ Trust Select Sale.
Continue reading …Protecting Our Horses from the Threat of Wildfires
November 22, 2016 Comments Off on Protecting Our Horses from the Threat of Wildfires
An uncontrolled fire burning in brushlands, grasslands, or woodlands is generally considered to be a wildfire. Depending on the ambient air temperature, lack of humidity, prevailing winds, topography,
Continue reading …Final Wrap-up Photos From 2016 AQHA World Show
November 21, 2016 Comments Off on Final Wrap-up Photos From 2016 AQHA World Show
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Continue reading …Quincy Cahill Allen, Breaks Glass Ceiling Becoming First Equestrian Inducted Into Texas A&M Hall of Fame
November 21, 2016 Comments Off on Quincy Cahill Allen, Breaks Glass Ceiling Becoming First Equestrian Inducted Into Texas A&M Hall of Fame
When Quincy went to Texas A&M in 1998, no varsity equestrian program existed, although it was added the next year in 1999. When she graduated in 2002, Quincy had won six national championships. Her list of accomplishments outshines any equestrian before or since. Her humble spirit and determination for excellence has served her greatly during her entire career. It has been my great privilege to know and watch Quincy for almost seven years while riding with her mother, Nancy Cahill.
Continue reading …APHA’s “Creating Confident Clinicians” Seminar Coming to Fort Worth, Dec. 15-16
November 21, 2016 Comments Off on APHA’s “Creating Confident Clinicians” Seminar Coming to Fort Worth, Dec. 15-16
“This seminar is one of a kind. It is a custom-tailored seminar from a brilliant teacher of public speaking,” Dave said. “It helps any and all who attend to become better clinicians and communicate more effectively with others.” All APHA-approved judges and Markel APHA Professional Horsemen are invited to attend this free informational seminar. At its conclusion, all graduates will be certified as APHA clinicians.
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