AQHA: Barrel Racing Industry Alliance Updates
February 2, 2022 Comments Off on AQHA: Barrel Racing Industry Alliance Updates
BRIA moved on several initiatives designed to support registered American Quarter Horses and registered American Paint Horses competing in barrel racing. To better promote and recognize the accomplishments of these two breeds of horses, plans are being developed for a black-type pedigree standard for barrel racing horses and the idea of a graded stakes system for barrel racing events.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- Impossible is Potential
February 2, 2022 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- Impossible is Potential
“Impossible is just a word thrown around by small men who find it easier to live in the world they’ve been given than to explore the power they have to change it. Impossible is not a fact. It’s an opinion. Impossible is potential. Impossible is temporary. Impossible is nothing.” – Muhammad Ali Share your great […]
Continue reading …Results and Photos From C Bar C Winner Circuit
February 2, 2022 Comments Off on Results and Photos From C Bar C Winner Circuit
AQHA enthusiasts gathered January 26-30 at the C Bar C Expo Center in Cloverdale, Indiana for the C Bar C Winner Circuit. The six-day show offered AQHA, IQHA, NSBA, and IKI approval.
Continue reading …APHA Breeder’s Futurity Mare Nominations Due Feb. 15th
February 1, 2022 Comments Off on APHA Breeder’s Futurity Mare Nominations Due Feb. 15th
APHA Avoid late fees! Breeders’ Futurity Mare Nominations are due February 15th. Gold Mare Nominations for 2022 foals: $150 Platinum Mare Nominations for 2021 & 2022 foals: $200 Late fees go into effect starting February 16, 2021. Breeders’ Futurity Gold Mare Nomination Online Form Breeders’ Futurity Gold Mare Nomination Printable Form Breeders’ Futurity Platinum Mare Nomination […]
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AQHA Publicity All American Quarter Horse Association members and horse enthusiasts from around the world are invited to attend the 2022 AQHA Convention, which is slated for February 25-28 at the South Point Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. Join AQHA at the convention to: Make a difference in your Association Be involved in the AQHA […]
Continue reading …2022 AZ Sun Circuit Bringing Even More to the Table
February 1, 2022 Comments Off on 2022 AZ Sun Circuit Bringing Even More to the Table
The 49th annual Scottsdale Arizona Sun Circuit takes over WestWorld Equestrian Center March 5th-13th with an even more robust array of classes, awards, and events. Even though it’s one of the largest American Quarter Horse shows in the country, and the second largest event held at WestWorld, Sun Circuit never stops innovating.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- Just the Way You Are
February 1, 2022 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- Just the Way You Are
“I wish people were more like animals. Animals don’t try to change you or make you fit in. They just enjoy the pleasure of your company. Animals aren’t conditional about friendships. Animals like you just the way you are. They listen to your problems, they comfort you when you’re sad, and all they ask in […]
Continue reading …Neurological Examination in the Horse- How It’s Done
January 31, 2022 Comments Off on Neurological Examination in the Horse- How It’s Done
Equine neurological examinations* evaluate horses from head to tail. They are performed to evaluate signs consistent with neurologic disease or to establish that a horse is neurologically normal, such as during a pre-purchase exam. A neurological exam can be divided into two parts: static and dynamic.
Continue reading …The Not-So-Great Indoors and Horse Health
January 31, 2022 Comments Off on The Not-So-Great Indoors and Horse Health
To start with, exposure to inhalable irritants increases by 50 percent compared to living outdoors. Respirable irritants are the main cause of conditions on the Equine Asthma Spectrum that affect over 80 percent of active sporthorses, often without obvious symptoms.
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If you give a kid a pony, they will need a saddle to go with it. You’ll buy them the best saddle you can afford, and then they will probably want a bridle, and a saddle pad, and some boots too…
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