Newly Sworn-In APHA President, George Ready, Resigns; Dr. Craig Wood Named President
March 13, 2017 Comments Off on Newly Sworn-In APHA President, George Ready, Resigns; Dr. Craig Wood Named President
“Based on events at the convention and obvious disagreements on how we go forward, and based on my heavy work schedule, it is in everyone’s best interest for me to resign,” said Ready.
Continue reading …Final Photos and Results from AZ Sun Circuit
March 13, 2017 Comments Off on Final Photos and Results from AZ Sun Circuit
Amateur, Select, Novice Amateur Western Riding RESULTS 3 Amateur, Select, Novice Amateur Trail RESULTS 3 Amateur Ranch Riding RESULTS Day 3 Amateur Showmanship RESULTS Day 3 Driving RESULTS 3 Green, Junior, Novice Trail RESULTS 3 Hunt Seat Equitation RESULTS_3 Hunter Under Saddle RESULTS 2 Hunter Under Saddle_RESULTS_3 Open Western Riding RESULTS 3 Youth Halter RESULTS […]
Continue reading …Management Tips to Reduce the Risk of Springtime Laminitis
March 13, 2017 Comments Off on Management Tips to Reduce the Risk of Springtime Laminitis
In many parts of the country, dormant winter forages will soon transition to lush, green grass. As seasons change, forage growth accelerates and ingestion of fructan-rich grasses increases. While overindulgence of fructans can be problematic for certain horses, owners can take steps to ensure a seamless changeover in forage consumption.
Continue reading …What I Wished I Knew Before My Kids Started Showing Horses
March 13, 2017 Comments Off on What I Wished I Knew Before My Kids Started Showing Horses
For those who have grown up around horses, the question of why parents would want to get their children involved in the world of competitive horse showing seems like a silly one.
Continue reading …Final Sun Circuit Blog- Farewell Friends!
March 13, 2017 Comments Off on Final Sun Circuit Blog- Farewell Friends!
As my last day showing at the Sun Circuit come to a close I would like to take a minute to reflect on what an amazing time I had with so many beautiful people. It reminded me of one of my favorite things about horse shows (besides riding horses) is that I get the chance to meet, make friends, and catch up with people from all over the country and even the world. So thank you to all the amazing people in this industry that make it that much better and so much more fulfilling!
Continue reading …Join AQHA in Supporting Wildfire Relief Efforts
March 13, 2017 Comments Off on Join AQHA in Supporting Wildfire Relief Efforts
The recent wildfires devastated acreage in Colorado, Kansas, Oklahoma and the Texas Panhandle and tragically took the lives of humans, horses and other livestock and wildlife in their paths. With so many needing help, the American Quarter Horse Association has provided financial support to the relief efforts of AQHA alliance partner Working Ranch Cowboys Association through its Foundation Crisis Fund and suggests donating much-needed supplies through the National Reining Horse Association.
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“I would be lying if I said the first time I judged Quarter Horse Congress that I wasn’t nervous. This show was always on my bucket list to judge, and I was honored to get the opportunity. Denny instilled so much confidence in me and the entire judging team.”
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White line disease is the common term for a progressive infection and subsequent separation of the hoof wall—with the wall coming loose from the foot.
Continue reading …Riders Can Sure Hold Their Liquor at AZ Sun Circuit!
March 10, 2017 Comments Off on Riders Can Sure Hold Their Liquor at AZ Sun Circuit!
In the end, Dave Miller showed his smooth handling skills were no match for his competitors, and he sailed over the jumps while preserving every bit of his orange and champagne libation.
Continue reading …AZ Sun Circuit: New Show Clothes, First Rides on New Horses, and Realizing How Lucky We Really Are
March 10, 2017 Comments Off on AZ Sun Circuit: New Show Clothes, First Rides on New Horses, and Realizing How Lucky We Really Are
However, as I sat there looking out over the show grounds it also made me realized how lucky we all really are. We’re so lucky to have such a fun, interactive, successful show, that brings so many friends and world class competitors in one place to enjoy the beauty of a horse community in the wonderful state of Arizona.
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