#HappyNationalWineDay! “A Horse is Like a Glass of Fine Wine…”
February 18, 2016 Comments Off on #HappyNationalWineDay! “A Horse is Like a Glass of Fine Wine…”
There’s a saying that goes a little something like this… “A horse is like a glass of fine wine; you can’t have just one!” Maybe that’s not exactly the way it goes, but it fits pretty well with today, February 18th, being National Wine Day.
Continue reading …Tuesday-Thursday Results From 2016 Dixie Nationals QH Show
February 18, 2016 Comments Off on Tuesday-Thursday Results From 2016 Dixie Nationals QH Show
Whether you call it the Dixie, Dixie Nationals, or Southern Classic, all roads lead to Jackson, Mississippi this time of year. The 2016 event has already begun with a well-attended Equestrians With Disabilities show February 9th-10th.
Continue reading …Broke and Love Horse Showing? You’re Not Alone
February 18, 2016 Comments Off on Broke and Love Horse Showing? You’re Not Alone
Let’s face it, sometimes horse showing can be a disheartening sport. When messages all around you are shouting, ‘this is beyond your budget!’ it’s hard to stay focused on the prize. I’m here to tell you you’re not alone!
Continue reading …Next Step For Tissue Engineered Equine Cartilage Will be Evaluation in Live Horses
February 18, 2016 Comments Off on Next Step For Tissue Engineered Equine Cartilage Will be Evaluation in Live Horses
Now that the equine cartilage disk is a reality, the question becomes “how will it hold up to the larger forces exerted in a horse?” There is further refinement and testing to be done before the first live trial on an equine, potentially by 2017.
Continue reading …2016 World Wide Paint Horse Congress Welcomes New Sponsor, ItsAllAboutThatBass
February 18, 2016 Comments Off on 2016 World Wide Paint Horse Congress Welcomes New Sponsor, ItsAllAboutThatBass
2016 World Wide Paint Horse Congress Welcomes New Sponsor, ItsAllAboutThatBass
Continue reading …Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital Opens New Location in Wellington, FL.
February 18, 2016 Comments Off on Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital Opens New Location in Wellington, FL.
Rood & Riddle CEO Bill Rood said, “Rood & Riddle is very pleased to establish a hospital presence in Wellington, which is a major center for sport horse activities. Our mission has always been to provide the best care for our clients and patients wherever they are. Wellington is a focal point for sport horse activities and in addition, is conveniently located to major Thoroughbred and Standardbred training centers and racetracks.”
Continue reading …10 APHA Judges Honored For Lifetime Service
February 18, 2016 Comments Off on 10 APHA Judges Honored For Lifetime Service
“We are so proud to have the opportunity to honor these leaders in our industry,” APHA Director of Judges Dave Dellin said. “They all have shown the character, commitment and discipline to blaze a path in judging that the rest of us are following.”
Continue reading …New All-Breed NSBA Futurity Coming to Colorado This July! Mid-Summer Classic to Offer $30,000 Added Money
February 17, 2016 Comments Off on New All-Breed NSBA Futurity Coming to Colorado This July! Mid-Summer Classic to Offer $30,000 Added Money
In addition to a full line-up of classes, AQHA, APHA, ApHC, or any NSBA approved breed will be welcome. The event will also include a two judge APHA, ApHC show.
Continue reading …Don’t be Like Henry VIII; Wear a Helmet!
February 17, 2016 Comments Off on Don’t be Like Henry VIII; Wear a Helmet!
According to research from Yale University, it’s believed that Henry VIII’s erratic behavior may have been the result of traumatic brain injuries sustained during his equestrian pursuits. During one jousting match, a horse fell on top of Henry, which caused him to lose consciousness for two hours. “Historians agree his behavior changed after 1536,’’ Salardini says.
Continue reading …2016 World Wide Paint Horse Congress Now Accepting Vendors and Sponsors
February 17, 2016 Comments Off on 2016 World Wide Paint Horse Congress Now Accepting Vendors and Sponsors
2016 World Wide Paint Horse Congress Now Accepting Vendors and Sponsors
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