AQHA YES Seminar Through the Eyes of a Rookie
July 26, 2021 Comments Off on AQHA YES Seminar Through the Eyes of a Rookie
The theme for the 2021 YES Conference was “Make Your Mark.” We took part in community service, impromptu skits, and leadership activities to help each of us discover ways that we can “make our mark” on the association and in the lives of others.
Continue reading …First-Timers Share Their Experiences From APHA World Show
July 15, 2021 Comments Off on First-Timers Share Their Experiences From APHA World Show
“I was getting emotional for other people. There were some riders that I was crying for that I had never even met. Youth walk-trot kids had me in tears, because they were so happy for receiving fifth place. It was truly a beautiful thing.”
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There will never be another Glowin Easy. I will never love another horse, another best friend, as much as you. One day, I will see you again, and we will lope along a fence line together for forever; just Alex and Shorty, exactly how it always was.
Continue reading …Tips For Developing Smooth Transitions
July 8, 2021 Comments Off on Tips For Developing Smooth Transitions
“First, you want to collect your horse, and then ask for the transition. Don’t mash the gas and have the horse take control of you. You’re in control of the horse. If you ask for the transition the same way every time, you and your horse will have a mutual understanding. With that, you will continue to progress as a rider.”
Continue reading …Behind the Scenes at NOQHA Summer Six Pack With Heather
June 24, 2021 Comments Off on Behind the Scenes at NOQHA Summer Six Pack With Heather
Thanks to Heather Susan Duer for some fun snapshots from the NOQHA Summer Six Pack show. If you’d like to share your show photos, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …Tips For Staying Away From Barn Drama
June 11, 2021 Comments Off on Tips For Staying Away From Barn Drama
“You cannot change what people think, or want to think, nor can you control what people can say about you, your trainer, your barn, or your peers. But what you can do is to ignore it and look at it from a different angle.”
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Most people will never see or understand the behind the scenes of owning animals. It’s not all glamour shots and cute, fluffy animals. It’s work and a lot of it. I hope to share some small insight of what goes into it.
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I came to realize that Kismet has the missing piece of Tallie’s star! Thinking that maybe I was losing my mind from lack of sleep, I made a collage of the girls’ headshots and, sure enough, they look like a perfect fit!
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While it does not resolve every pain-related issue under the sun in equines, it can improve recovery situations or overall quality of life for many. Before we delve into when one should or should not consider bute for their horse, let’s learn a little more about the drug itself.
Continue reading …Why Horses Are Good For Little Girls
April 1, 2021 Comments Off on Why Horses Are Good For Little Girls
“Sharing a love of horses and the opportunity to ride is a gift! It’s a way to overcome challenges & develop lifelong skills that will serve well over the course of a girl’s lifetime.” — Jaimie Tucker By: Jaimie Tucker Today’s blog post is a departure from my usual content. I thought it was time to […]
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