First Half of Gordyville Spring Fling Racks Up 5,500+ Entries
March 23, 2017 Comments Off on First Half of Gordyville Spring Fling Racks Up 5,500+ Entries
The highlight of the first weekend was the inaugural $9,000 NSBA Level 1 Western Pleasure Slot Class with 11 horse showing. The class paid 1-5th and 10th and had a separete Limited Division. Chris Jones and Amazin Dream and Kenny Lakins and She Had Me At Hello shared the top prize as co-winners.
Continue reading …Around the Rings- Gordyville Spring Fling
March 22, 2017 Comments Off on Around the Rings- Gordyville Spring Fling
Thanks to Tisha Pol of TP Creations Photography for sharing some great photos from the Spring Fling that recently took place at Gordyville in Gifford, Illinois. Stay tuned for results coming soon.
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“Those in the horse community are incredibly blessed to be able to do what we do, so I do think it’s especially good for all of us to be reminded to think of all the soldiers out there who allow us to have the lives we do.”
Continue reading …May/June World Show Edition Deadline is March 25th!
March 22, 2017 Comments Off on May/June World Show Edition Deadline is March 25th!
World Show Bound? Get a jump on the competition! The deadline for the May/June edition is March 25th. Call today if you need an extension: (352) 804-3474.
Continue reading …Stop the Roller Coaster Effect of Pain and Pain Relief With NSAIDS
March 22, 2017 Comments Off on Stop the Roller Coaster Effect of Pain and Pain Relief With NSAIDS
Since some NSAIDs have a short half-life, meaning they leave the system fairly quickly, they require multiple doses each day.6 Multiple daily dosing can result in spikes and dips – possibly leaving the horse vulnerable to a roller-coaster effect of pain and pain relief.
Continue reading …Put Genetics on Your Side with UF’s Online Horse Genetics Course
March 22, 2017 Comments Off on Put Genetics on Your Side with UF’s Online Horse Genetics Course
You’ll learn about: How genes are inherited, and how to predict phenotype; color & pattern genetics; genetic diseases; and how to advantageously use genetic testing to plan your breeding program.
Continue reading …4 Proactive Steps For a Healthy Horse
March 21, 2017 Comments Off on 4 Proactive Steps For a Healthy Horse
“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.”
Continue reading …Special Olympics Florida to Host State Equestrian Championship This Weekend
March 21, 2017 Comments Off on Special Olympics Florida to Host State Equestrian Championship This Weekend
The event will take place March 24-25 and will include Dressage, English Equitation, Stock Seat Equitation, Working Trails, Pole Bending, Barrel Racing, Showmanship at Halter or Bridle, Unified Sports Drill Team of 2, 4, and 6, and a Cart Driving Demo.
Continue reading …Welcome Your New AQHA Executive Committee
March 21, 2017 Comments Off on Welcome Your New AQHA Executive Committee
The AQHA Executive Committee – consisting of a president, first vice president, second vice president and two additional members – is elected each year by the board at the convention. Each member serves a term of one year until the selection of his/her successor. The Executive Committee convenes quarterly at AQHA Headquarters in Amarillo to conduct business and consider all disciplinary matters.
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The crack of the loudspeaker. An irregular schedule. Golf carts flying by. Unfamiliar neighbors. Lights on all night long. And that can lead to equine stomach ulcers.
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