Help Fund the Future of Our Youth and Memorialize Loved Ones With an APHF Donation This Christmas
December 20, 2017 Comments Off on Help Fund the Future of Our Youth and Memorialize Loved Ones With an APHF Donation This Christmas
To date, more than 350 Youth ages 5 to 18 have earned more than $500,000 toward their education goals. The impact of these scholarships lasts forever, and the APHF wants to ensure the scholarship program will, too. The foundation’s $3 million Youth World Scholarship Endowment will mean funds for these life-changing scholarships will be around for generations to come.
Continue reading …Useful Christmas Gift Ideas For any Horse Barn Owner
December 19, 2017 Comments Off on Useful Christmas Gift Ideas For any Horse Barn Owner
Many companies offer personalized dry erase boards for horse farms that can help keep track of feed, farrier needs, turnout, exercise, medications and more. Don’t be too intimidated; this can also be a great DIY project with a new dry erase board, vinyl pinstriping, and some creativity.
Continue reading …Uber For Horses? New App Hopes to Revolutionize Horse Transport Industry One Ride at a Time
December 19, 2017 Comments Off on Uber For Horses? New App Hopes to Revolutionize Horse Transport Industry One Ride at a Time
Another big advantage of the app is GPS live tracking. “Our app allows for both the driver and horse owners to be in constant communication both before and during the trip. Another important feature to mention here is that we have a 2-way rating system where the driver can rate the horse owner and vice versa. This helps us to keep a balance between both!”
Continue reading …Keeping Your Horse Calm Naturally During Stall Rest
December 19, 2017 Comments Off on Keeping Your Horse Calm Naturally During Stall Rest
“Stall rest contributes to 54% of impaction colic cases.” Movement during turnout and exercise increase circulation and stimulates the metabolism. When unable to move the possibility of colic increases.
Continue reading …Trailer Suspension- How it Affects Your Safety
December 19, 2017 Comments Off on Trailer Suspension- How it Affects Your Safety
You can drive a short distance with a flat tire. The trailer will remain stable and level, but the adjacent tire will be overloaded – drive cautiously. Rubber torsion absorbs the shock of the road. Your horses get a much smoother ride.
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The Equine Chronicle Holiday Horse Photo Contest has officially begun! We want to see Christmas card photos with your horse, the most outrageous barn decorations, your Western-themed Christmas tree… If it has to do with horses and the holidays, we will accept it for the contest! Submit your photos by emailing B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com and you might see […]
Continue reading …Everything You Need to Know About the ELD Mandate
December 18, 2017 Comments Off on Everything You Need to Know About the ELD Mandate
“Probably, the most important thing for your readers to know, is that they will not be affected by this rule, unless they’ve been keeping written time logs in the past. The ELD mandate is not changing anything related to commercial drivers’ license requirements. It’s just changing how those hours are reported.”
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There’s definitely an art to taking the perfect selfie; but, when you add a horse to the mix, hilarity can ensue! Check out all the fun “horsies” submitted by our EquineChronicle.com fans on Facebook.
Continue reading …45th Annual AZ. Sun Circuit to Award Rod Patrick Boots, Blue Ribbon Saddles, Professionals’ Choice Spurs, Halters, Bikes, and So Much More!
December 18, 2017 Comments Off on 45th Annual AZ. Sun Circuit to Award Rod Patrick Boots, Blue Ribbon Saddles, Professionals’ Choice Spurs, Halters, Bikes, and So Much More!
There is a multitude of fantastic prizes lined up to be presented to All Around Champions, Circuit Champions, and High Point winners. Awards include Rod Patrick Boots, belt buckles, Scottsdale Performance Saddles, Professionals’ Choice Spurs, Equine Oasis Saddles, Blue Ribbon Saddles, Jeff Smith Saddles, Caliente Saddle Shop Saddles, and cold, hard, cash!
Continue reading …What if My Horse Was Exposed to Disease?
December 18, 2017 Comments Off on What if My Horse Was Exposed to Disease?
Normally, within 24 to 48 hours of exposure, infected horses begin to demonstrate coughing, fever, depression and decreased feed intake.
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