First Time at the Paint Congress, First Time with a New Horse, First Time as a Classic Amateur!
August 1, 2016 Comments Off on First Time at the Paint Congress, First Time with a New Horse, First Time as a Classic Amateur!
This past week has been full of firsts for me. I attended the World Wide Paint Horse Congress for my first time; showed my mare, RR In The Spotlight, aka “Puffy,” for the first time; and it was all during my first outing as a classic amateur! So, why not add in another first! My first blog for The Equine Chronicle!
Continue reading …EQUIOXX Now Available in Tablet Form, Approved by FDA
August 1, 2016 Comments Off on EQUIOXX Now Available in Tablet Form, Approved by FDA
“Veterinarians and horse owners have been waiting for a tablet option of EQUIOXX from Merial,” says Hoyt Cheramie, DVM, MS, Manager, Merial Large Animal Veterinary Services. “The FDA approval process is very stringent, and we are proud to bring this new tablet formulation to market for horses. Having all three EQUIOXX formulations allows for consistent therapy with the same active ingredient.”
Continue reading …Modern Electrolytes are More Than Salt
August 1, 2016 Comments Off on Modern Electrolytes are More Than Salt
Every horseperson has seen and felt the white grit that remains on a horse’s coat long after he’s dried from sweating. But do you know what that is?
Continue reading …Around the Rings at The Paint Horse Congress – 7/29
July 29, 2016 Comments Off on Around the Rings at The Paint Horse Congress – 7/29
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Scientists Confident They Have Identified Vaccine for One of Deadliest Equine Viruses
July 29, 2016 Comments Off on Scientists Confident They Have Identified Vaccine for One of Deadliest Equine Viruses
African horse sickness (AHS), is caused by a virus transmitted by Culicoides biting midges. It is one of the deadliest viruses to affect horses; causing up to 90% mortality in susceptible animal populations and huge economic losses for the equine industry, as well as for owners of working horses. It is prevalent (or endemic) in central and sub-Saharan Africa, but major outbreaks have also been reported in the Middle East, India, Pakistan, Spain, Portugal and Morocco.
Continue reading …Golden Jubilee Pinto Show Will Host 4 Days of Classes, 30+ High Point Awards, Mix and Mingle Social Event, and More
July 29, 2016 Comments Off on Golden Jubilee Pinto Show Will Host 4 Days of Classes, 30+ High Point Awards, Mix and Mingle Social Event, and More
The Minnesota Pinto Horse Association and Iowa Pinto Horse Club are excited to present the Golden Jubilee that will take place August 25-28 at the Minnesota Equestrian Center in Winona, MN. The show will host four full days of classes including NSBA events and 30+ High Point and Reserve High Point awards will be given.
Continue reading …Meeting Your Horse’s Increased Summer Hydration Needs
July 29, 2016 Comments Off on Meeting Your Horse’s Increased Summer Hydration Needs
Horses can lose water volume up to 4 gallons per hour, and as much as 4 ounces of salt per hour. The Sodium in salt, which is Sodium Chloride, is absolutely essential for the horse’s body to retain normal, healthy levels of water. Regardless of how much water the horse drinks, it will not be able to retain a normal amount of water in the body without adequate Sodium, or salt.
Continue reading …SmartPak Introduces New Line of Wellfleet Comfort Contour Tack
July 29, 2016 Comments Off on SmartPak Introduces New Line of Wellfleet Comfort Contour Tack
SmartPak is excited to introduce the new line of Wellfleet Tack featuring Comfort Contour Technology – a collection of bridles, girths, and accessories which are exclusive to the Wellfleet Bridlework line by SmartPak.
Continue reading …Around the Rings- Minnesota Pinto Carnival of Color- Verndale, MN.
July 28, 2016 Comments Off on Around the Rings- Minnesota Pinto Carnival of Color- Verndale, MN.
Thanks to Kathleen Riley Photography for sharing some great photos from the Minnesota Pinto Carnival of Color show that took place July 15-17 at R&J Arena in Verndale, MN. We’d love to see photos from a show in your area. Send an email to B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com to find out how.
Continue reading …Reining Clinic with Casey Deary, Tim McQuay, and Jason Vanlandingham to Benefit Rein In Cancer Charity and Reining Horse Foundation
July 28, 2016 Comments Off on Reining Clinic with Casey Deary, Tim McQuay, and Jason Vanlandingham to Benefit Rein In Cancer Charity and Reining Horse Foundation
Set for Thursday, October 20th, the day-long event will provide an educational venue in the form of three clinic sessions. All three clinicians are donating their time for the cause. Clinic cost is $200 per horse and rider combination or $25 per non-riding auditor with all tuition proceeds going to the two charities. Space will be limited in each group, so sign up early to secure a space!
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