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 …Saving America’s Vets and America’s Pets
July 29, 2017 Comments Off on Saving America’s Vets and America’s Pets
American Humane began working with the U.S. military more than 100 years ago when they deployed to the battlefields of World War I Europe to rescue more than 68,000 wounded war horses every month. Following World War II they advanced the field of animal-assisted therapy to help returning veterans cope with the invisible wounds of war, and aided children of military families during their parents’ deployments.
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Today’s EC Photo of the Day comes from Trinity Ranch in Poulsbo, WA. Miss Catalina Unzueta decided Zippin Bunny, a 2007 APHA mare, needed a kiss! If you have a photo that you think could be our EC Photo of the Day, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com and you might see it featured on our Facebook page or right here on […]
Continue reading …Prayers For Trainer Ryan Painter Following Horse Accident
July 27, 2017 Comments Off on Prayers For Trainer Ryan Painter Following Horse Accident
We would like to extend our thoughts and prayers to our friend and fellow competitor, Ryan Painter, following a horse accident he was involved in this morning. Friends have reported that he was transported by ambulance to a local hospital near Pilot Point, Texas, where is currently recovering from three broken ribs and a lacerated […]
Continue reading …Crundwell Documentary- All The Queen’s Horses- to Premiere in Early August
July 27, 2017 Comments Off on Crundwell Documentary- All The Queen’s Horses- to Premiere in Early August
“Stealing more than $37,000 a day in her more than twenty years in office, Rita Crundwell became one of the nation’s leading quarter horse breeders, traveled the world, and threw lavish parties, all while forcing staff cuts, police budget slashing, and leaving public infrastructure in disrepair.”
Continue reading …American Immigration Policy and It’s Effect on the Horse Industry
July 26, 2017 Comments Off on American Immigration Policy and It’s Effect on the Horse Industry
“It is no secret that many of the workers on the backstretch at race tracks, on breeding farms and at horse shows are foreign born. Horse industry employers have for many years found it difficult to recruit American workers to fill these jobs,” said AHC President Julie Broadway. “For this reason, American immigration policy has been a major concern of the horse industry and the AHC has worked to ensure the H-2B non-agricultural and H-2A agricultural temporary foreign worker programs are a viable option for the industry. With an uncertain political climate, we felt it was important to provide more insight as to why the industry relies on these visas.”
Continue reading …Sending Prayers to Beloved Photographer, Don Trout
July 25, 2017 Comments Off on Sending Prayers to Beloved Photographer, Don Trout
We would encourage our friends and family in the horse industry to band together to send prayers to Don and Debbie Trout as Don continues his longterm battle with cancer in the loving care of Hospice. Don is not only a fabulous photographer, responsible for capturing many of your favorite memories of your beloved horses […]
Continue reading …Buckeye Classic Donkey Races Provide Barrel of Laughs and Raised $29,000 For Military Veterans!
July 21, 2017 Comments Off on Buckeye Classic Donkey Races Provide Barrel of Laughs and Raised $29,000 For Military Veterans!
Just like Shrek’s well-meaning, but feisty sidekick, the Buckeye Classic donkeys provided a barrel of laughs with their hilarious antics and stubborn personalities during the inaugural Buckeye Classic Donkey Races.
Continue reading …Advertise in the Oct. Congress Equine Chronicle and the Congress Program and SAVE BIG!
July 19, 2017 Comments Off on Advertise in the Oct. Congress Equine Chronicle and the Congress Program and SAVE BIG!
The Equine Chronicle is partnering with OQHA to save you money. Advertise in the October issue of The Equine Chronicle plus the Congress Souvenir Program and get a special rate of $550 for a deluxe color page in The Equine Chronicle (a savings of $100) and $400 in the Congress Souvenir Program (a savings of $25). Get the best exposure for your Congress ad for less!
Continue reading …Visit The Equine Chronicle Hospitality Tent at The Buckeye Classic!
July 19, 2017 Comments Off on Visit The Equine Chronicle Hospitality Tent at The Buckeye Classic!
Stop by The Equine Chronicle booth for complimentary cold water, snacks, and the latest edition of the magazine throughout the duration of the show. Also, keep an eye out for the Chronicle Cart delivering goodies around the show grounds!
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