“Dream big. Start small. But, most of all, start.” – Simon Sinek Thanks to Rosemary Dvorak for this great shot of her grandaughter, Madilynn Bell. If you have a great photo or video of the day, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com and you might see it featured right here or on our social media.
Continue reading …Qualify For 2022 AQHA VRH World Championships
February 17, 2022 Comments Off on Qualify For 2022 AQHA VRH World Championships
The 2022 AQHA Versatility Ranch Horse World Championships are tentatively scheduled for June 20-25 at the Lazy E Arena in Guthrie, Oklahoma. The qualifying deadline is February 28.
Continue reading …Enter 2022 Nutrena AQHA Level 1 Championship
February 16, 2022 Comments Off on Enter 2022 Nutrena AQHA Level 1 Championship
Now is your chance to enter one of the 2022 Nutrena AQHA Level 1 Championships. The entry deadline for the Nutrena AQHA East Level 1 Championships and Nutrena AQHA West Level 1 Championships is 5 p.m. Central on March 15. Exhibitors can compete at only one of the Nutrena AQHA Level 1 Championships each year. Late entry options are available through April 1.
Continue reading …Longtime Horsewoman Jennifer Lisson Spearheads Tutoring Program for Foster Children
February 16, 2022 Comments Off on Longtime Horsewoman Jennifer Lisson Spearheads Tutoring Program for Foster Children
Longtime AQHA competitor and judge Jennifer Lisson, based in San Angelo, Texas, is spearheading a tutoring program for foster children, which recently was approved to move to a statewide reach.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- Repping the EC!
February 16, 2022 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- Repping the EC!
“I spent the evening with the American Pickers TV show! They were filming with a friend in Selma. I wore my Equine Chronicle hat.”- Tracy Plummer Thanks to Tracy for showing us how she represents The Equine Chronicle. If you have a great photo or video of you in your EC gear, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com and […]
Continue reading …Preview of AQHA Rule Change Proposals
February 16, 2022 Comments Off on Preview of AQHA Rule Change Proposals
#7. Review request to add rule: “the exhibitor should have a choice of proceeding or stopping if there is something wrong with the pattern or the arena conditions.”
Continue reading …APHA Breeders’ Futurity Mare Nominations Due February 15
February 15, 2022 Comments Off on APHA Breeders’ Futurity Mare Nominations Due February 15
Avoid late fees! APHA Breeders’ Futurity Mare Nominations are due February 15th.
Continue reading …2022 APHA Convention Meeting Details
February 15, 2022 Comments Off on 2022 APHA Convention Meeting Details
APHA members are invited and encouraged to attend the advisory committee meetings, at which times the committee members will discuss the rule change proposals and determine whether they should be passed to the floor for state director voting, amended for reconsideration or defeated in committee. Rule change proposals that are passed by committee voting will be presented to the state directors for consideration.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- Focus on the Path
February 15, 2022 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- Focus on the Path
“I know some people say, ‘Keep your eyes on the prize,’ but I disagree. When your eyes are stuck on the prize, you’re going to keep stumbling and crashing into things. If you really want to get ahead, you’ve got to keep your eyes focused on the path.” Russell Simmons If you have a great […]
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Forage is critical for hind gut fermenters. An 1,100 pound horse should consume 2.0% to 2.5 % of their body weight per day in forage (22 to 28 lbs). Horses only produce saliva when they chew, therefore feeding forage ad-lib will increase the production of saliva – one of the best buffers for the horses’ digestive system and the most effective way to reduce the chance of ulcers and impaction colic.
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