“Dr. Teddy” received an honorary degree from UC Davis for being a “Master Equine Educator” for the students, having helped them learn equine health at more than two dozen appointments and a lengthy stay at the school’s teaching hospital over the past year.
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Free parties, giveaways, drawings, a dance contest, and terrific shopping are just a few of the features that await AQHA exhibitors and show goers. In addition, $130,000 in cash, prizes, and giveaways will be awarded to lucky competitors!
Continue reading …SmartPak Introduces New EQology Line of Clothing!
May 25, 2016 Comments Off on SmartPak Introduces New EQology Line of Clothing!
SmartPak is excited to introduce an exclusive new line of clothing called EQology. Every piece in the EQology collection is responsible to the earth, made from recycled materials whenever possible so riders can look good, do good, and feel great.
Continue reading …The Preakness Aftermath- A Sad Ordeal For Horse Lovers All Around- Death and Disappointment
May 25, 2016 Comments Off on The Preakness Aftermath- A Sad Ordeal For Horse Lovers All Around- Death and Disappointment
Perhaps the ominous clouds that drenched race enthusiasts and created a sloppy, mud-laden track should’ve served as a warning for the sadness that was about to come, in more ways than one…
Continue reading …PQHA’s Summer Kickoff Show- First in Series of Three
May 25, 2016 Comments Off on PQHA’s Summer Kickoff Show- First in Series of Three
“They are amazed at the number of out of state exhibitors who attend the equine events at our facility. The next expansion and improvement planned is to cover the outdoor arenas and warm up arena.”
Continue reading …Congratulations Beth and Kevin Case on Birth of Baby Boy! Cody Justin Case
May 25, 2016 Comments Off on Congratulations Beth and Kevin Case on Birth of Baby Boy! Cody Justin Case
We would like to congratulate our friend Highpoint horse trainer, Beth Case, and her husband Kevin on the birth of their baby boy! Cody Justin Case was born May 20th, 2016 weighing 7 lbs 6 ounces.
Continue reading …Equine Disease Communication Center Launches Outbreak Alert E-mail Service
May 24, 2016 Comments Off on Equine Disease Communication Center Launches Outbreak Alert E-mail Service
Owners, trainers, veterinarians and other equine industry participants can be alerted to infectious disease outbreaks and updates through an e-mail notification system recently implemented by the Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC), an industry-funded hub for efficient communication of information about equine infectious diseases and disease outbreaks.
Continue reading …Renew APHA/AjPHA Membership Through July 9th and Win Getaway to Gateway Canyons Resort in CO. or Salamander Resort in VA.
May 24, 2016 Comments Off on Renew APHA/AjPHA Membership Through July 9th and Win Getaway to Gateway Canyons Resort in CO. or Salamander Resort in VA.
One lucky APHA member will win a trip to Gateway Canyons Resort & Spa in Gateway, Colorado, which will provide a three-night stay for two, dinner for two, daily breakfast for two, and an Adventure Center activity for two. One lucky AjPHA member will win a trip to Salamander Resort & Spa in Middleburg, Virginia, which will include a three night stay for four, four “rider’s relief” massages, zip line tour, and social polo activity, which includes group instruction and a scrimmage.
Continue reading …5 Tips For the Perfect Horse Selfie
May 24, 2016 Comments Off on 5 Tips For the Perfect Horse Selfie
The most flattering form of directional light can be also be found inside a doorway entrance (barn aisle). It’s important that you don’t let the sun hit your face directly, but you stay in the shade and set the exposure on you and your horse’s face.
Continue reading …69th National Championship Appaloosa Show & World Championship Appaloosa Youth Show
May 24, 2016 Comments Off on 69th National Championship Appaloosa Show & World Championship Appaloosa Youth Show
Week one of the 13-day competition will focus on youth classes. Youth from around the world will gather to compete for World Championship titles. A variety of fun activities and events both Appaloosa specific as well as joint events with youth from the American Paint Horse Association (APHA) will be held throughout the week—including Boot Scrambles, Speech Contests, Judging Contests, the ApHC Team Tournament, the coveted Champion of Champions Competition (sponsored by Deerfield Farm, LLC) and much more!
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