Donations Flood in For APHA World Show Tack Drive
October 11, 2017 Comments Off on Donations Flood in For APHA World Show Tack Drive
At the APHA World Championship Show, the program narrowed its focus to assist therapeutic barns affected by Hurricane Harvey; many of South Texas barns lost everything during the storm.
Continue reading …A Cautionary Tale About Misrepresenting Sale Price
October 11, 2017 Comments Off on A Cautionary Tale About Misrepresenting Sale Price
According to Dressage News, an American horse sale agent, Caroline Roffman is being sued for “alleged fraud” and “intentionally misrepresenting” the sale price of a horse. The suit claims the horse was actually sold for $900,000 while the sale price presented to the owner was $300,000.
Continue reading …Snakes are Springing – Protect Your Animals from Deadly Encounters
October 11, 2017 Comments Off on Snakes are Springing – Protect Your Animals from Deadly Encounters
Bites from some snakes will cause an animal to collapse, and then seem to recover. This can give false confidence that the animal is okay, but what is really happening is the snake toxins are spreading through the system and wreaking havoc. Within a few hours, other signs start to develop.
Continue reading …AQHA Introduces Halter Nomination Pilot Program For AQHA World Shows
October 11, 2017 Comments Off on AQHA Introduces Halter Nomination Pilot Program For AQHA World Shows
“Halter is the basis for establishing the standard of the breed,” said Luba. “We want to determine whether a nomination program, in addition to the current qualifying methods, will contribute to the stabilization of halter entries at the world shows and increase the purses for these classes.”
Continue reading …Plan Ahead When Lending or Borrowing a Horse Trailer
October 11, 2017 Comments Off on Plan Ahead When Lending or Borrowing a Horse Trailer
When Sam was about to leave for a weekend horse show, he discovered that his horse trailer had a broken taillight. Realizing that the problem could not be repaired in time, he asked his neighbor, Jo, to borrow her trailer.
Continue reading …The Congress Begins With Special Wins
October 10, 2017 Comments Off on The Congress Begins With Special Wins
The beginning days of the Congress are special for anyone in attendance. The air gets cooler while exhibitors and spectators alike begin to experience that unmistakable feeling because—the Congress is here.
Continue reading …A Trail Riding Accident, a Horse With a Fractured Leg, Would You Know What to Do?
October 10, 2017 Comments Off on A Trail Riding Accident, a Horse With a Fractured Leg, Would You Know What to Do?
The scenario Green organized revolved around a trail riding accident involving a fallen horse that suffered a repairable fractured leg. The horse owner and riding companions remained at risk from the injured animal (represented by a life-sized mannequin), and the presence of live animals and riders from the Alameda County Sheriff’s Mounted Posse enhanced the reality of the exercise.
Continue reading …AQHA Extends Memberships Due to Hurricanes, Earthquakes, and Wildfires
October 10, 2017 Comments Off on AQHA Extends Memberships Due to Hurricanes, Earthquakes, and Wildfires
AQHA is automatically extending all AQHA memberships that are due to expire between now and October 31, 2017, for an additional 90 days for areas affected by the hurricanes, earthquakes and wildfires. Members will receive a new renewal notice closer to their adjusted expiration date. Members will also receive a new AQHA membership card in the mail within the next few weeks that will reflect their adjusted expiration.
Continue reading …Pushing Boundaries – Kent Taylor Returns to the Show Pen
October 10, 2017 Comments Off on Pushing Boundaries – Kent Taylor Returns to the Show Pen
Kent Ray Taylor’s philosophy on life is straightforward: you live life once, so do it well. While these words adorn motivational posters and fill the chorus of country songs, it’s rare when an individual really takes them to heart. Kent is one of the few. In every aspect of his life, Kent strives to go “all in,” to be authentic, and to live life to the fullest. It’s this passion and drive that made Kent a top AQHA competitor as a youth and amateur. That then inspired him to pursue a successful career away from the horse industry, and, now, after a 28 year hiatus, has brought him back to the show arena with a bang.
Continue reading …FAQ’s About the Congress Classroom, and Tutor Schedule
October 9, 2017 Comments Off on FAQ’s About the Congress Classroom, and Tutor Schedule
By now, you’ve probably heard rumors about the Congress Classroom, a place for kids to work on their school assignments while out of town at the 2017 All American Quarter Horse Congress. Thanks to sponsors, the classroom will be fully equipped with printers, WiFi access, tutors, snacks, and the opportunity to win some random prizes!
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