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30-Year-Old Motion By Pro Makes Triumphant Return to Show Pen With Tiny, New Partner, Shayne Gilliam

February 6, 2018 Comments Off

“Moe is a champion, and he’s a really good horse. He isn’t mean and doesn’t try anything silly with me.”

Prayers and Support Needed For Ryan Cottingim Following Horse-related Accident

February 5, 2018 Comments Off

“The Blue Crew is a very tight knit bunch. We’re very concerned about him, but it has encouraged everyone to step up to the plate. It’s business as usual with the Blue Crew in the capable hands of [Ryan’s partner] Mandy Gately.”

Fantastic Awards Coming to 2018 AZ Sun Circuit! 33 Saddles, Rod Patrick Boots, Buckles, and More!

February 2, 2018 Comments Off

Rod Patrick Ostrich Boots will be awarded to the All Around Senior Horse, Junior Horse, Amateur, Select Amateur, L1 Amateur L1 Select Amateur, Youth 13 & Under, Youth 14-18, L1 Youth, sponsored by Rod Patrick Boot Makers.

Ranch Riding at All 2018 AQHA World Shows COULD Include Cattle

February 1, 2018 Comments Off

“The class tests ranch-type horses in a show setting, so by having the option of including cattle at all of our championship- and world championship-level shows, we’re giving these equine athletes the chance to demonstrate that they have the ideal traits of a working ranch horse, which includes being around cattle with a calm and attentive demeanor.”

When is Horse Feed Too Old to Use?

January 31, 2018 Comments Off

“Unlike many products destined for human consumption, bags of horse feed are not required to have manufacture or best-by dates,” said Mike Lennox, manager of formulation and quality control at Kentucky Equine Research (KER). “However, many feed mills do list this information for end users, as well as a lot number for internal use.”

What’s the Best Barn Dog Breed?

January 30, 2018 Comments Off

“I think it takes an intelligent, well behaved, and loyal dog to be a barn dog. They need to know when to be aggressive or protective of the farm and when to stay out of the way.”

AQHA Encourages Members to Contact Govt. Representatives to SUSPEND ELD Mandate

January 29, 2018 Comments Off

“AQHA members are involved in showing, racing, ranching, rodeos and recreation, and it is common for AQHA members to haul their horses interstate over long distances (much like other livestock haulers),” Huffhines said in his letter to the DOT. “We encourage the Department of Transportation to grant a one-year enforcement delay followed by a waiver and limited exemptions from compliance with the December 18, 2017, implementation date for the final rule on ELDs and hours of service. This will allow the department the opportunity to take appropriate steps to alleviate any unintended consequences that this mandate may have on the hauling of horses or other livestock.”

A Grandfather’s Legacy

January 26, 2018 Comments Off

“Even though I never knew my grandpa, I feel connected to him by having his saddle and knowing how we shared the same love for horses.”

After Landmine Explosion Kills His Owner and Two Children, Horse Stands by Bodies For 37 Hours

January 25, 2018 Comments Off

Sometimes, animals behave in ways that simply astound and amaze, acting completely against their God-given nature. That’s exactly what happened when a grey stallion named “Wassadu” was involved in a horrific landmine explosion in Gambia, Africa.

The Tragic Side of Foaling Season

January 24, 2018 Comments Off

“What I thought was going to be such a happy, exciting moment quickly turned to my worst nightmare. Knowing this mare and how easy labor normally is for her, after 20 minutes, I knew something was terribly wrong.”