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Monster Fire Blazes Across Australia- Horses, Humans in Imminent Danger

January 10, 2020 Comments Off

“I’ve had friends call me frantically saying that the fires have come up so fast that the only thing they could do is to open their gates and cut the fences to give their animals a small chance of outrunning it. When they return, they’re having to identify the remains of retired show horses or kids’ ponies by their distinctive markings.”

The Cutest New Year’s Resolutions Ever

January 9, 2020 Comments Off

For Meggen, this homework assignment meant a bit more than just a gold star. It meant that she was finally finding some common ground with her daughter, who once said she’d “rather poke her eyes out” than ride a horse.

Susan Scott Remembered as a Force in the Equine Industry

January 8, 2020 Comments Off

Local news station, Ocala.com, recently met with the husband (Stanley) and daughter (Nancy) of the late Susan Scott to chat about her life following the tragic car accident last Friday that resulted in her death. They spoke about her beginnings in the horse industry, her love for breeding and showing horses, and her health challenges towards the end of her life.

Have You Ever Been to Worlds? Horse Jargon Pet Peeves

January 8, 2020 Comments Off

This is by far the most common error we regularly encounter, even among seasoned competitors. If you plan to exercise your horse on a line, in a circle, you would use a longe line. If you want to do a lunge, go to the gym.

Kathy Tobin is Proud, New Owner of AQHA Sire, VS Code Blue

January 7, 2020 Comments Off

“It has always been one of Kathy’s goals to see foals by her stallions growing up and making their way in the industry, so this is a continuation of that dream.”

Florida Nonprofit Helps Bahamas Farm Struck by Hurricane Dorian Rebound

January 5, 2020 Comments Off

“90% of the island had gone under water. When we finally arrived on the property, my heart just sank. I just stood there in sheer awe of the destruction.”

1/5 UPDATE- Sincerest Condolences Following Passing of Susan Scott

January 4, 2020 Comments Off

We are deeply saddened to relay the tragic news coming out of Florida this evening that the matriarch of the Haylo Farms family, Susan Scott, has passed away in a car accident. At this time, it is uncertain what caused the accident, but our prayers of support and love go out to Susan’s husband, Stanley; daughter, Nancy, and grandchildren following her sudden passing.

A Horse For Free. Really?

January 3, 2020 Comments Off

“I honestly didn’t think she would be selected. We don’t live on a ranch. We only have one horse. We have no experience in raising a baby and didn’t know anything about Ranch Riding. I didn’t think much about it and forgot to tell my husband that she applied.”

Rippeon Girls Take on Florida

January 3, 2020 Comments Off

Thanks to the Rippeon girls, Allie and Maddie, for snapping some fun photos from their adventures at the Florida Gold and Gulf Coast shows over the New Year! If you’d like to share your horse show photos with EquineChronicle.com, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.

All in the Name of Fun, Right?

January 2, 2020 Comments Off

This New Year we had to confront several people shooting fireworks from the street over our home and barn. They tried to tell us why they had the right to do so. I had to tell them why our horses were frantic. Last year, Mark spoke to neighbors a few houses north of us about the fireworks they were shooting over our home and our neighbors’ home. They, in a drunken state, said it would be over soon. Nice answer. Welcome to the neighborhood I’ve lived in for over 20 years. But, tell me that I have to take it in the name of the rights of others, as my animals and I have none, it seems, and the police are too busy with all the other nonsense people dream up in the name of a good time. We know some of the fireworks are not legal. No one cares.