EC Photo of the Day- Traversing the Tundra
March 1, 2021 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- Traversing the Tundra
Check out this frosty shot of an All Time Fancy yearling traversing the tundra. Photo courtesy of John Bower. If you have a great EC Photo or Video of the Day, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.
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The horse world lost a bright light on November 20, 2020 when professional horseman, Douglas ‘Doug’ John Carpenter, succumbed to COVID-19 at the age of 64. Born in Massachusetts and raised in Rhode Island, Doug was drawn to horses at a young age. When he was only 13, he hitchhiked from Rhode Island to Columbus, Ohio, to see the 1970 All American Quarter Horse Congress. Little did he know at that time, that in just a few years, he would not only be back at the Congress as a participant, but that he would win his first big title at the event.
Continue reading …From Top Finishes at NSBA and APHA World- Journey Back to Respiratory Health For 2-Year-Old Show Horse
February 28, 2021 Comments Off on From Top Finishes at NSBA and APHA World- Journey Back to Respiratory Health For 2-Year-Old Show Horse
This is a relatively common cause of respiratory problems in performance horses. It involves the triangular-shaped piece of soft cartilage, the epiglottis, that normally flips up to protect the airway when swallowing. This action prevents food or water from going down the airway (trachea) and getting into the lungs. During exercise, the soft palate should move in a way that opens the airway for maximum airflow. With dorsal displacement, the soft palate displaces upward, obstructing the trachea and limiting air intake.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- Horse Show Hugs
February 28, 2021 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- Horse Show Hugs
When your horse does a great job, be sure to reward him/her with a great, big hug! Thanks to Ginny Veith Tauer for sharing this great shot of Preslee Tauer and Oh My Shes Awesome. If you have a great EC Photo or Video of the Day, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com to share.
Continue reading …Knowledgeable Barn Building Based on Geography 101
February 27, 2021 Comments Off on Knowledgeable Barn Building Based on Geography 101
Whatever the soil type, geology formation and lay of your land, proper site preparation is essential for horse barns that surpass the humble run-in shed or shedrow.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- Representing the EC!
February 27, 2021 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- Representing the EC!
Thanks to Rita McMullen for representing The Equine Chronicle on what she likes to call the “Big Bass Channel” in Leesburg, Florida! If you have a great photo of you wearing your Equine Chronicle gear, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com to share.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- Every Little Girl’s Dream
February 26, 2021 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- Every Little Girl’s Dream
Isn’t this every little girl’s dream? Thanks to a bit of Photoshop magic, Josie Bianca has her very own unicorn in Shine So Bright. Photo provided by Kathy Speck. If you have a great EC Photo or Video of the Day, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …How Do We Measure a Horse’s Quality of Life?
February 26, 2021 Comments Off on How Do We Measure a Horse’s Quality of Life?
Randle explains “Heart rate (HR), heart rate variability (HRV) and cortisol are the most commonly measured physiological indicators of equine emotion. Other suggested indicators include eye temperature, respiratory rate, and salivary alpha amylase but many of these lack validation in relation to association with emotional state. There were methodological problems with all of the measures we looked at, such as the lack of standardisation of reporting and interpretation.”
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There is an old saying, “How do you make a million dollars in the horse world? Start with two million.” Anyone who is active in the equine industry can definitely vouch for this statement. But why is this statement true? Why is the equine industry notorious for high-effort, low-profit?
Continue reading …Track Wild Horses in the Inyo National Forest During Summer Horsepacking Courses
February 25, 2021 Comments Off on Track Wild Horses in the Inyo National Forest During Summer Horsepacking Courses
Track wild horses and relive the Old West in the seldom-visited Pizona area of Inyo National Forest with the four-day course, Mustangs: A Living Legacy. From a central meadow camp, riders track mustangs in their natural pinyon forest habitat and learn the social behavior of the horses and their current struggle. The trip runs from June 12-15 and is a special opportunity to enjoy a rustic outdoor adventure and a unique educational experience, exploring the biology, ecology and behavior of a proud and beautiful animal—the North American wild horse. Download the itinerary.
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