Fully Articulated Horse Skeleton Rebuilt to Help Teach Anatomy
June 16, 2020 Comments Off on Fully Articulated Horse Skeleton Rebuilt to Help Teach Anatomy
“I’ve held each portion of the horse in my hand and turned it around to make it fit where it was supposed to go, then put it back together. So, I’ve literally taken everything apart and then put it back together piece by piece. As a future equine surgeon, it’s going to be priceless, truly. … It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.”
Continue reading …2020 Super Sires Classes Coming to TWO Venues- $5,000 to First Place in Each Class
June 16, 2020 Comments Off on 2020 Super Sires Classes Coming to TWO Venues- $5,000 to First Place in Each Class
Super Sires classes in 2020 will take place at two separate venues- the All American Quarter Horse Congress in October and the Tom Powers Futurity in December. That’s right. Now that the Tom Powers Futurity has moved from their originally scheduled date this summer, the Super Sires classes that were scheduled to be held there will be moving to the new date as well.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- Excited to Show Horses!
June 16, 2020 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- Excited to Show Horses!
We should all be as excited to ride horses as one-year-old, Hayden, is to show her pony, Popcorn! Thanks to Hayden’s mom and handler, Jackie Lomenick, for sharing this adorable shot from the recent Oklahoma Horse Show Association show that took place over the weekend.
Continue reading …SmartPak Introduces SmartTherapy Products
June 15, 2020 Comments Off on SmartPak Introduces SmartTherapy Products
SmartTherapy features ThermoBalanceTM fabric to harness the therapeutic benefits of ceramic infused material to deliver targeted relief and accelerate recovery. “We are very excited to officially launch our SmartTherapy line,” said Carma Caughlan, chief marketing officer at SmartPak “We’ve worked closely with our team of product developers and riders to create a product that combines the latest in high performance fabric with thoughtful, innovative design features to help you take the best possible care of your horse.”
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- I Believe I Can Fly
June 15, 2020 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- I Believe I Can Fly
At just two days old, “Tate” has found his wings! Tate is by Winnies Willy and out of A Certain Guest. He is proudly owned by Billy, Sherry, and Brady Lynn Napier. Photo courtesy of Katherine LeFever. If you have a great EC Photo or Video of the Day, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …Yellow Rose Futurity Moves to the WCHA Breeders Championship Futurity in Fall
June 15, 2020 Comments Off on Yellow Rose Futurity Moves to the WCHA Breeders Championship Futurity in Fall
Furthermore, so that competitors do not have to show multiple times, the yearling classes will be held within the WCHA Breeders Futurity Classes.
Continue reading …Meet 2020 AQHYA Director Candidates
June 15, 2020 Comments Off on Meet 2020 AQHYA Director Candidates
All youth can experience the 2020 Bank of America Youth Excellence Seminar in a virtual format from the comfort of their own homes at no charge June 29 – July 1. The American Quarter Horse Youth Association is excited to offer digital content, including online leadership videos and sessions, from the virtual YES at no cost to viewers. Visit to www.aqha.com/yes to register.
Continue reading …Horse Show Dad Turned Horse Protector
June 14, 2020 Comments Off on Horse Show Dad Turned Horse Protector
“As a Horse Show Dad, I realized that unless I took up riding, I would see very little of my daughter and so I ride whenever I can,” said Woodson.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- We’re in This Together
June 14, 2020 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- We’re in This Together
“These young ladies never fail to lift each other up and support one another. In helping others achieve their dreams, you will achieve yours. Watching our youth grow by helping others is an incredible part of this industry, and I’m so thrilled to be apart of it.”
Continue reading …Innovative Research on Equine Lameness and Conditioning Tips
June 14, 2020 Comments Off on Innovative Research on Equine Lameness and Conditioning Tips
Could biologic therapies be the future for treating joint disease? Ontario Veterinary College researcher, Dr. Mark Hurtig, and his team are investigating novel new methods to potentially repair tissue rather than just suppressing the signs of joint disease.
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