University of Minn. Begins Largest Ever Study on Muscle Disease in the Horse
February 18, 2020 Comments Off on University of Minn. Begins Largest Ever Study on Muscle Disease in the Horse
“Muscle diseases are some of the most common health issues horses face, with more than 250,000 horses in the US afflicted each year,” says Molly McCue, DVM, MS, PhD, professor in the Department of Veterinary Population Medicine, associate dean of research at the CVM, and principal investigator on the study. Horses with muscle disease often exhibit muscle pain, stiffness, and a reluctance to move.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- Dipped In Paint
February 17, 2020 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- Dipped In Paint
Thanks to Lori DeBruijn for sharing this beautiful shot of a very uniquely colored 2018 APHA gelding by Zips Heaven Sent. If you have a great EC Photo of the Day worthy shot, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …Hone Your Horsemanship Skills at Equine Affaire 2020
February 17, 2020 Comments Off on Hone Your Horsemanship Skills at Equine Affaire 2020
This year’s event showcases the knowledge and talents of Jonathan Field, Craig Cameron, Warwick Schiller, Tik Maynard, Lynn Palm, Jonath Robles and Jim Thomas, plus dozens of other discipline-specific clinicians. With clinics covering everything from general training and horsemanship to core strengthening and yoga for horses, there’s a session for everyone.
Continue reading …Super Sires Will DOUBLE Your Chances to Win in 2020!
February 17, 2020 Comments Off on Super Sires Will DOUBLE Your Chances to Win in 2020!
This year, the Super Sires will hold the 3-Year-Old Non-Pro Western Pleasure and 3-Year-Old Non-Pro Limited Western Pleasure at the Tom Powers Futurity in June as well as at the Quarter Horse Congress in October. Each class will pay at least $5,000 to the winner. This incredible opportunity will give three-year-old foals by Super Sires stallions the chance to add to their earnings.
Continue reading …DQHA Affiliate Agreement Not Renewed by AQHA
February 17, 2020 Comments Off on DQHA Affiliate Agreement Not Renewed by AQHA
In 2019, DQHA engaged in the unauthorized collection of genetic data from AQHA for nearly 600 registered horses. Working as a partner in good faith, AQHA offered DQHA the opportunity to enter into a retroactive data-share agreement to agree to specific authorized use and protection of this AQHA data and to allow DQHA to correct breaches of its contractual obligations as an AQHA affiliate. A data-share agreement outlines the affiliate’s authorized use of the data, data laws within that specific country and the affiliate’s commitment to store the data appropriately. AQHA’s goal in offering the opportunity for DQHA to enter into a retroactive data-share agreement was to both protect the data in question and maintain a multi-decade relationship with DQHA in alignment with its obligations as an AQHA affiliate.
Continue reading …Academy-Award Nominee Taylor Sheridan, Co-Creator of Yellowstone and The Last Cowboy, Brings You The Run For A Million
February 16, 2020 Comments Off on Academy-Award Nominee Taylor Sheridan, Co-Creator of Yellowstone and The Last Cowboy, Brings You The Run For A Million
Academy-Award nominee Taylor Sheridan, writer of HELL OR HIGH WATER and SICARIO, WRITER/DIRECTOR of WIND RIVER, co-creator of YELLOWSTONE and THE LAST COWBOY, designed a venue to showcase the talent of both horse and rider in some of the most demanding western equine sports in existence.
Continue reading …Alternative Treatment for Foal Pneumonia
February 16, 2020 Comments Off on Alternative Treatment for Foal Pneumonia
Pneumonia caused by Rhodococcus equi is an insidious, often fatal, infection of foals. It causes abscesses in the lungs and can prove challenging to treat. A combination of two antimicrobials, azithromycin (AZM) and rifampicin (RIF), is widely used for treatment. Combination therapy is necessary as bacteria rapidly develop resistance to rifampicin if it is used on its own.
Continue reading …First of TQHA 2020 Novice Saddle Series Fast Approaching
February 15, 2020 Comments Off on First of TQHA 2020 Novice Saddle Series Fast Approaching
L1 Novice classes will be offered in both amateur and youth divisions of Horsemanship, Hunt Seat Equitation, Hunter Under Saddle, Ranch Riding, Showmanship, Trail, and Western Pleasure.
Continue reading …The Future of Veterinary Medicine
February 15, 2020 Comments Off on The Future of Veterinary Medicine
“The future may be unknown, but that doesn’t mean we as a profession can’t prepare for change,” said Dr. John Howe, president of the AVMA. “As the report makes clear, organized veterinary medicine can take steps to identify currents and trends and use those insights to determine how we can most effectively lead the profession into the future.”
Continue reading …Check out Incredible New Stalls at World Equestrian Center Ocala
February 15, 2020 Comments Off on Check out Incredible New Stalls at World Equestrian Center Ocala
World Equestrian Center Ocala stabling includes 2,100 permanent stalls in 23 state of the art steel and concrete barns; 17 of which are climate controlled. Stall sizes are a combination of 12×12 and 12×14 to accommodate larger horses. Designed for the utmost in comfort and safety for horses and their caregivers, our stabling features amenities that will make you and your horses feel at home: Air is circulated by 8 24’ Big Ass® fans in each barn, while each stall is equipped with individual fans
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