2016 | Equine Chronicle

Schedule For 2016 AQHA Versatility Ranch Horse and Cowboy Mounted Shooting World Show

October 11, 2016 Comments Off

The Zoetis VRH and AQHA CMS world shows are set to return to the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo March 23-26, 2017, in Houston. The event is referred to as the 2016 Zoetis VRH and AQHA CMS World Championships because the qualifying period was January 1 – December 31, 2016.

Savvy Show Clothing Shopping

October 11, 2016 Comments Off

When searching for a horse show outfit, the selection can be daunting. Have no fear; by following a few simple steps even the most inexperienced shopper can be on their way to finding the perfect complement to his/her equine partner.

Managing Yearlings During Sale Season

October 10, 2016 Comments Off

Young horses that are paraded often may also develop sore feet from hard surfaces; some may even look unsound by the time they reach the sales ring. Feeding a hoof supplement containing biotin, zinc, and methionine, such as Bio•Bloom™ PS, well in advance of the sale and throughout the preparation period may help to strengthen the hooves and increase hoof growth to help grow out any hoof defects. This can also help growth of mane and tail, improve the quality of the coat, and bring out a lustrous shine in the sales ring.

Father Watches Daughter Show For First Time at Congress From Afghanistan

October 10, 2016 Comments Off

Elizabeth Slusher, a 21-year-old medical biller, from Middlefield, Ohio, competed in Green Reiner Level 2 yesterday afternoon with her mom, Kellie and her 6 ½-year-old sister, Emma, cheering in the stands. Her dad was also watching. Lynn Slusher was watching his daughter show via the live stream from Afghanistan.

SOQHA Madness Announces New Dates For 2017!

October 10, 2016 Comments Off

The SOQHA Madness was a Top 10 AQHA show in 2015 and 2016 with over 12,600 entries last year and over $150,000 paid out in cash and prizes.

No. 8 Gamecocks Earn Dramatic Victory Over No. 2 Georgia

October 10, 2016 Comments Off

In the final contest, September SEC Rider of the Month Madison Thiel earned a 69.5-67.5 triumph over her sister, Charley Thiel, on Magnum. Gamecocks Bailey Walters and Jordan Scott finished with ties.

SmartPak Announces Five NEW Supplements Available

October 10, 2016 Comments Off

As a company that stands for healthy horses, SmartPak is excited to announce that it has added five brand new formulas to their supplement lineup, all of which are available in the patented SmartPaks feeding system. The new supplements include Leg UpTM, Elevate, and Gastro-Plex

Cue the Instant Replay

October 9, 2016 Comments Off

Video is used as a review mechanism for most major sports these days. While we’re familiar with the sight of NFL referees huddled around a screen, reviewing a disputed call, many longtime competitors and even trainers may not know why or how video review is used at multi-judge events such as the World Championship Shows and the All-American Quarter Horse Congress. Read on to get a better idea of how judges use video review to get a second look…

Board and Training – What Am I Really Paying For?

October 8, 2016 Comments Off

Even if you’re a newbie to the horse industry it takes only about 30 seconds to discover that caring for an equine companion is expensive.

Results and Photos from Day 1 of 2016 Arizona Fall Championship

October 7, 2016 Comments Off

While many on the east coast are preparing to make the trek to Columbus, Ohio for the 2016 All American Quarter Horse Congress, folks on the west coast are already competing during Day 1 of the 2016 Arizona Fall Championship at West World in Scottsdale, AZ. The event kicked off yesterday and will continue through October 9th.