If the Boot Fits- Can Leg Wraps or Boots Prevent Tendon Injury?
December 29, 2020 Comments Off on If the Boot Fits- Can Leg Wraps or Boots Prevent Tendon Injury?
In general, there are three main reasons people might choose to wrap the legs of their horses: external protection, simply for looks, or prevention of tendon injuries. While certainly able to protect from cuts and scrapes or add some flashiness to your look in the Dressage ring, boots and wraps do not provide sufficient support against the forces experienced by an equine limb during exercise.
Continue reading …2021 AZ Sun Circuit Non Pro Saddle Award Lineup
December 28, 2020 Comments Off on 2021 AZ Sun Circuit Non Pro Saddle Award Lineup
Bob’s Custom Saddles is proud to partner with the Arizona Sun Circuit for its Non Pro Level 1, 2, and 3 High Point awards. Next year’s winners will be awarded Bob’s Custom Saddle certificates valued at $5,200. Winners can select their sizing and saddle style and choose to upgrade the saddle with additional tooling and silver at the winner’s expense.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- Teachers Among Us
December 28, 2020 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- Teachers Among Us
“Each generation goes further than the generation preceding it because it stands on the shoulders of that generation. You will have opportunities beyond anything we’ve ever known.” – Ronald Reagan If you have a great EC photo or video of the day, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com to share.
Continue reading …The Hay Biome- New Study Expands Benefits of Steaming Over Soaking
December 28, 2020 Comments Off on The Hay Biome- New Study Expands Benefits of Steaming Over Soaking
Steaming proved most effective in reducing the overall bacteria populations in hay and it maintained the diversity of bacteria naturally found in dry hay. Steaming also reduced the bacteria associated with infectious respiratory disease and dental problems. “The dental issue is quite novel,” says Dr. Daniels of a possible topic for further study. Additionally, steaming was found to preserve bacteria associated with the process of digesting forage. Steaming “denatured” the proteins of several types of bacteria, rendering them harmless in the horse’s digestive system.
Continue reading …Participants Selected For 2021 AQHA RH Young Horse Development Program
December 27, 2020 Comments Off on Participants Selected For 2021 AQHA RH Young Horse Development Program
Forty American Quarter Horse Youth Association members will record their progress training a yearling bred by an American Quarter Horse Association Ranching Heritage Breeder. At the end of the 2021 AQHA Ranching Heritage Young Horse Development Program, a select number of scholarships and prizes will be awarded.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- Holiday Best
December 27, 2020 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- Holiday Best
Emily and Max are all dressed up in their Holiday best! If you have a great Holiday Horse photo or video of the day, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com to share.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- Sweet Moments
December 26, 2020 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- Sweet Moments
We have a feeling there might have been a lot of little ones who woke up to a special, four-legged surprise on Christmas morning! If you have a new horse photo or video, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com. Photo- Clara Kenoyer with Sugar Kenoyer Performance Horses, TM Photography and Design
Continue reading …New Brazilian Foal Authorization Process For Imported Semen
December 26, 2020 Comments Off on New Brazilian Foal Authorization Process For Imported Semen
With the help of the ABQM Board of Directors, AQHA has initiated a new process to allow mare owners in Brazil the ability to receive authorization from a U.S. stallion owner, enabling the resulting foal to be registered in Brazil.
Continue reading …Merry Christmas! From The Equine Chronicle
December 25, 2020 Comments Off on Merry Christmas! From The Equine Chronicle
On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, a Pinto in a paddock.
Continue reading …How to Make a Holiday Horse Wreath
December 24, 2020 Comments Off on How to Make a Holiday Horse Wreath
Check out this great YouTube video from Rutgers Equine Science Center that shows how to create a holiday horse wreath just in time for Christmas!
Continue reading …