“Once she walked in, it was like you could tell she was ready. For a horse that had never done this type of a pattern before, by the end, it was like she became a show horse, and she was really happy. As an owner, that makes me happy to see.”
Continue reading …“You hope for it and dream about it, but the competition is steep,” she says. “I’ve idolized a lot of the people out there, so this is pretty cool.”
Continue reading …The Pleasure Versatility Challenge is tonight, Friday, November 13th, at the 2020 AQHA World Show from 6:00-9:00 pm central time. Be sure to tune into the live feed on AQHA.com to watch 15 of the most talented three-year-olds in the country compete for $50,000 plus prizes! Here is the lineup: 1- 2148 BEST MADE MACHINE #5836912 THERESA […]
Continue reading …Click here to read the complete article 268 – November/December, 2020 By Delores Kuhlwein It’s true that nothing quite compares to the feeling of wearing a dynamite outfit in the show ring. Your confidence, attitude and, well, yes, happiness, from that sensation can have a big impact on your performance and your eye appeal. But […]
Continue reading …Laina feels it is Strawberri’s presence that helps to catch the eyes of the judges, and then, of course, she has the ability to perform fluid, flawless changes on command. “I think, when she comes in the pen, she’s so animated. It’s interesting, because she almost lights up out there. She always goes to the change strong and she’s always honest. If you can get her to a spot, and keep her engaged, she will give you an amazing lead change.”
Continue reading …“I really gave myself a pep talk before I went in, saying ‘I’m a bad ass!’ Then, I went up to the cone and made sure JJ was in front of my legs and on my hands. Then, I tried to get forward motion right away, because it’s harder for him to start from a stop, because he’s 17 hands.”
Continue reading …In Amateur Weanling Colts, Kate Griffiths Jackson was the winner with Mr Fabulous. This was somewhat of a departure for Kate, who can most often be seen behind the scenes assisting her husband, Jarrell, and their employers, Terry and Tammy Bradshaw, with their Halter horses.
Continue reading …Around the first month of lactation, the energy demand on the mare is at its highest. During this time, it is crucial that the mare is provided with a high enough energy intake to meet her new requirements (nearly double that of a maintenance horse!) and that she receives an appropriate balance of minerals to encourage proper development of the foal. Pasture access is a huge advantage during this time, as it will help keep gut fill problems to a minimum and should naturally provide her with a good vitamin and mineral assortment.
Continue reading …Click here to read the complete article 236 – November/December, 2020 Farm and/or Trainer Affiliation? McCulloch Training Stables In what division do you compete? Youth 14-18 Highest award won to date? NSBA World Champion Hunt Seat Equitation – Youth 14-18 Your Mentor? (not a family member) Shannon McCulloch & CJ Fisher – They are a […]
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