The Ohio Quarter Horse Association has contracted with a number of hotels in the Columbus, Ohio, area to secure discounted rates for the All American Quarter Horse Congress. In order to receive discounted rates, reservations must be made through the hotel reservation website.

In and out of the arena, the positive reviews poured in from exhibitors on a well executed show. The stall numbers were in the 700 range and the entries near 11,000!! Arenas finished early, results were efficient, and the staff was accommodating. Wrap that up in a nice Vegas package and you have one heck of a horse show!

“For older horses,” said Dr. Lydia Gray, SmartPak’s Staff Veterinarian/Medical Director, “more frequent exams that include specific tests may be recommended, such as bloodwork to rule out conditions like Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction, also known as Cushing’s Disease.”

“We thank Justin Boots for sponsoring these awards!” says Kathy Avolt. “We’re working on having a representative at the show so you can size, make some selections, and more!”

“The Spring market appears to be strong this year, judging by the results of our recent March Auction. The top five horses sold for an average of $9,880 and the top ten recorded an average price of $8,380.”

“Super Bands” are now available in a convenient jar which includes an enclosed band/braid ripper. Super Bands™” from Horse Grooming Solutions’™ Healthy HairCare™ Product line, prides itself in leading the industry with innovative products enabling horse owners to more effectively and efficiently store rubber bands. Previously all other bands were supplied in zip-top-style baggies which had a tendency to rip, spill and would never stay closed.

For smart riders who want the best for their horses, OutSmart Fly Spray is a next generation insect repellent effective against house flies, stable flies, mosquitoes, and ticks. It is non-toxic, and free of permethrin, pyrethroids, pyrethrins, and DEET.

“It is important to learn about all aspects of the industry no matter what equine job you have, and I look forward to learning about the impact the AHC has on promoting and protecting the equine industry.”