EC Photo of the Day- Then and Now Challenge- Taylor Nogee
May 27, 2021 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- Then and Now Challenge- Taylor Nogee
In this Then and Now Challenge, check out Taylor Nogee and To Phat To Hotrod, 16 years together! If you would like to participate in the Then and Now Challenge, send in two photos that best illustrate the theme of past and present. These photos can show yourself competing as a young kid and now […]
Continue reading …Results and Photos From PQHA Summer Kickoff
May 27, 2021 Comments Off on Results and Photos From PQHA Summer Kickoff
The PQHA Summer Kickoff recently took place May 21-23 at the Centre County Grange Fairgrounds in Centre Hall, PA. with judges GiGi Bailey, Lynda Danielson, Tonya Brown, and Mike Weaver officiating. The show was AQHA, PQHA, WPQHA, and TSQHA approved.
Continue reading …All the Queen’s Candids- SOQHA Madness- Part 2
May 27, 2021 Comments Off on All the Queen’s Candids- SOQHA Madness- Part 2
Thanks to 2021 SOQHA Queen, Lexy Ziemak, for more great photos from around the rings at the SOQHA Madness! If you’d like to share photos from a show near you, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …Pre-Purchase Exam 101 – Not Just Pass or Fail
May 27, 2021 Comments Off on Pre-Purchase Exam 101 – Not Just Pass or Fail
The search is finally over. You’ve made countless phone calls, watched videos, communicated with the buyer, and probably taken a test ride. You’re convinced that you’ve found “the one.” This is the horse you’ve been waiting for. But there is one crucial, final piece of the puzzle… the pre-purchase exam.
Continue reading …AQHA Headquarters and AQHA HOF Will Remain in Amarillo
May 26, 2021 Comments Off on AQHA Headquarters and AQHA HOF Will Remain in Amarillo
The Amarillo EDC has approved a $3 million incentive over a 10-year period to ensure that the AQHA International Headquarters remains in Amarillo. Members of the local community have also provided a donation package that has made this a public/private partnership for retaining AQHA for the future.
Continue reading …Entries Still Accepted for June Internet Auction
May 26, 2021 Comments Off on Entries Still Accepted for June Internet Auction
“Entries are being accepted for the June INTERNET Auctions. Bidding will open on June 14th and close on June 17th,” states Mike Jennings of Professional Horse Services, LLC. “The Horse Market is still HOT! Sellers should get their horses on the market now. The June Internet auction offers a Great opportunity to market Quarter Horses, […]
Continue reading …IHSA Announces the Formation of a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
May 26, 2021 Comments Off on IHSA Announces the Formation of a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
“Our goal is to have a voice for all races, the LGBTQIA community, the autistic community and other neuro-atypical members,” said Tara Lowary, IHSA DEI committee chair, IHSA board member and IHSA coach at Bennington College. “Our selections for the committee each bring a different and powerful voice to represent the target communities.”
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- Then and Now Challenge- Kristina Howell
May 26, 2021 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- Then and Now Challenge- Kristina Howell
In this Then and Now photo challenge submission, Kristina Howell shares two photos of her beloved horse, Im Wrappin, aka “Frosty,” from May of 2010 and March of 2021. Kristina showed Frosty as a youth exhibitor from 2008-2012 before selling him to a new owner. She recently got her old buddy back in March of this […]
Continue reading …Check Out AQHA Show Rule Changes For 2022
May 26, 2021 Comments Off on Check Out AQHA Show Rule Changes For 2022
Amend Rule SHW467.1: Optional trail course obstacles include but are not limited to: Water hazard (ditch or small pond). No metal or slick-bottom boxes will be used. When a water hazard/box is used, it shall remain dry at all times in all divisions.
Continue reading …New Survey Seeks to Understand Management of Equine Cushing’s Disease in Horses
May 25, 2021 Comments Off on New Survey Seeks to Understand Management of Equine Cushing’s Disease in Horses
University of Melbourne researchers are undertaking a survey of horse owners to better understand their management of pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID) also known as Equine Cushing’s disease. PPID is a common condition in older horses and ponies and is linked to a range of problems including laminitis (a foot problem causing severe lameness), weight loss and a long curly hair coat, plus various other signs. The survey forms part of a broader, major international project to improve the understanding and knowledge of the fundamental causes of the condition, to improve early diagnosis, treatment, husbandry, and nutritional management.
Continue reading …