Congratulations AQHA Professionals of the Year: Casey Devitt, Christa Baldwin, Bennie Sargent
March 20, 2017 Comments Off on Congratulations AQHA Professionals of the Year: Casey Devitt, Christa Baldwin, Bennie Sargent
The 2016 Don Burt Professional’s Choice Professional Horseman of the Year is Casey Devitt of Frankfort, Kentucky. Devitt sets an example for what an active AQHA Professional Horseman and AQHA member should look like. He has been involved in every aspect of the industry – from racing to showing.
Continue reading …Day 2 AQHA Convention Recap- With Mary Brown
March 19, 2017 Comments Off on Day 2 AQHA Convention Recap- With Mary Brown
It was a little sad to see that our youth numbers have dropped so drastically all around the board. We had seen it at home in Alabama, but to know it was everywhere was a little disheartening. We looked at statistics regarding youth that had answered surveys. We’ve seen a 20% drop since 2008 in our youth. But, we listened to the panel and our current Youth President talk about ways that we can fix this and move forward.
Continue reading …Horses, Humans, and the Health Connection
March 17, 2017 Comments Off on Horses, Humans, and the Health Connection
One of the healing techniques that Hippocrates uses is wheatgrass poultices on wounds and it was this concept that they passed on to horses. This is done by taking left over pulp from after the wheatgrass is juiced and using that as a poultice to heal whatever is under it.
Continue reading …Greg Tordoff Named New All American QH Congress Tri-Chairman
March 17, 2017 Comments Off on Greg Tordoff Named New All American QH Congress Tri-Chairman
Tordoff, who has served on various OQHA/AAQHC committees including Chair of the Annual Banquet Committee, OQHA Long Term Planning, Finance, and Public Policy Committees, Animal Protection and Fire, Stall Move-In, and VIP Awards, will be a valuable addition to the Tri-Chairmen.
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“I don’t want to be a product of what I was raised around. I’ve always told myself to go above and beyond and be a better individual. Not growing up with everything handed to me really taught me a lot.”
Continue reading …AQHA/APHA World Champion, Judge, Trainer Randy Wilson Joins University of Findlay as “Expert In Residence”
March 16, 2017 Comments Off on AQHA/APHA World Champion, Judge, Trainer Randy Wilson Joins University of Findlay as “Expert In Residence”
Randy R. Wilson ‘83 will join the University of Findlay Western Equestrian Program this fall, as an “Expert in Residence.” Wilson is a National Snaffle Bit Association (NSBA) Hall of Famer and a five-time winner of American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) World and Reserve World Championships.
Continue reading …Q&A: Leptospirosis – A Hidden Threat
March 16, 2017 Comments Off on Q&A: Leptospirosis – A Hidden Threat
Horses often become infected when exposed to: contaminated soil, bedding, feed and drinking water; standing or slow-moving water; wildlife such as skunks, white-tailed deer, raccoons and opossums; and aborted or stillborn fetuses or vaginal discharges.
Continue reading …Stars & Stripes and Big A- It’s Where You Want to Be!
March 16, 2017 Comments Off on Stars & Stripes and Big A- It’s Where You Want to Be!
The Stars & Stripes and Big A was AQHA’s #3 show in the country last year with over 20,000 entries. This year’s event will take place June 30-July 9th in Conyers, GA.
Continue reading …AQHA Hires Justin Billings as Manager of Shows; Karen McCuistion Hired as Professional Horseman Manager
March 16, 2017 Comments Off on AQHA Hires Justin Billings as Manager of Shows; Karen McCuistion Hired as Professional Horseman Manager
In his new role, Billings will determine and formulate policies/procedures and provide overall direction of AQHA’s shows. He will also plan, direct and coordinate operational activities related to AQHA-approved events with continued success of AQHA’s world and championship shows.
Continue reading …Right of First Refusal Clauses – Worth the Paper They’re Written On?
March 16, 2017 Comments Off on Right of First Refusal Clauses – Worth the Paper They’re Written On?
What is a Right of First Refusal? RISKS AND OPTIONS FOR ACTION! Equine-related contracts sometimes include a “right of first refusal” clause that restricts how a horse can be re-sold.
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