Day 1 Around the Rings at 2017 Paint Horse Congress
August 2, 2017 Comments Off on Day 1 Around the Rings at 2017 Paint Horse Congress
Just this morning, there were 99 horses in the Overo Color Class alone!
Continue reading …In Loving Memory of Past AQHA President, Peter Cofrancesco III
August 2, 2017 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of Past AQHA President, Peter Cofrancesco III
Peter will be best remembered as a Halter horse enthusiast, a tireless youth advocate, and a devoted husband to his wife, Carmen, and father to his three children Ireland, Peter IV, and Emma.
Continue reading …The World Show Lights are a Little Less Bright Without Her…
August 1, 2017 Comments Off on The World Show Lights are a Little Less Bright Without Her…
Now, I find my heart conflicted. In one way, the World Show lights seem so dim now that Grandma was taken from me, and in another they shine brighter as I am more determined than ever – just for her!
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What could possibly be cuter than a child with their first pony? A right of passage for all equestrians, being paired up with your first equine partner is an unforgettable moment.
Continue reading …2017 Buckeye Event Concludes With 14,680 Entries!
July 28, 2017 Comments Off on 2017 Buckeye Event Concludes With 14,680 Entries!
The event provided nine sets of AQHA points and three sets of NSBA points to competitors who flocked to the Buckeye State for FREE entries, incredible prizes, and lots of fun! In all, the shows gave away over $100,000 in free entries and prizes
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What does the devastating history of natural disasters and poverty in Haiti have to do with horses?
Continue reading …Facebook Flooded With Photos to Honor Life of Late Photographer, Don Trout
July 27, 2017 Comments Off on Facebook Flooded With Photos to Honor Life of Late Photographer, Don Trout
A Celebration of Life to honor Don Trout will take place September, 9th from 10 am to 2 pm in the Fellowship Hall of First Baptist Church at 877 E Woodland St. Collinsville, TX. 76233
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This often comes with quirks, such as a deathly fear of mini-horses, constant licking during Halter classes, or maybe even a preference for a specific type of bit. To bring out the best in these horses, trainers and exhibitors have to know how to deal with the quirks without shutting down what makes the horse great.
Continue reading …Elite Series Returns to 2017 Paint Horse Congress
July 26, 2017 Comments Off on Elite Series Returns to 2017 Paint Horse Congress
“Produce of Dam, Get of Sire, and Elite Congress Halter Champion are included in the schedule on Saturday, August 5th, and the winners will be presented special awards. Since the Produce of Dam and Get of Sire classes are on Saturday, we encourage breeders of both Halter and Performance horses to assemble get while at the show to present in these classes.”
Continue reading …Coughs & Causes – Why is My Horse Coughing?
July 26, 2017 Comments Off on Coughs & Causes – Why is My Horse Coughing?
The sound of a horse coughing in the barn is unpleasant and worrisome. Even more disconcerting is a horse coughing while you are riding or showing him. Is this just irritation from a dusty arena, or a sign of disease? Most horse owners become “tuned in” to various nuances of equine coughing and are quick to try to figure it out and make sure the horse isn’t coming down with a bad “bug” that might need medical attention.
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