PtHA Exhibitor of the Month For April is Rebecca Figueroa
April 14, 2016 Comments Off on PtHA Exhibitor of the Month For April is Rebecca Figueroa
Today, Figueroa shows her sorrel, over gelding named Just Say Whoa, also known as Chevy. Figueroa said he is willing, helpful and has a great personality. Together they compete in the all around Paint and Pinto shows around the country.
Continue reading …Equestrian Bailey Mierzejewski Named SEC Scholar Athlete of the Year
April 13, 2016 Comments Off on Equestrian Bailey Mierzejewski Named SEC Scholar Athlete of the Year
“Bailey is an outstanding student-athlete and is very deserving of this honor,” South Carolina head coach Boo Major said. “All of our student-athletes have a lot of things they have to balance between their academic commitments and their team commitments, and Bailey obviously has helped set the gold standard for excellence in the classroom.”
Continue reading …What a Kind Gesture! 3,200 Complimentary Vaccines Distributed to Horses in Need
April 13, 2016 Comments Off on What a Kind Gesture! 3,200 Complimentary Vaccines Distributed to Horses in Need
More than 180 non-profit equine rescue and retirement facilities in the United States recently received 3,200 complimentary doses of core vaccines through the Unwanted Horse Veterinary Relief Campaign (UHVRC). Supported in partnership by the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) and Merck Animal Health, the UHVRC has delivered more than 21,000 free vaccines to horses in need since its inception in December 2008.
Continue reading …Diet Adjustments Can Provide Relief For PSSM Horses
April 13, 2016 Comments Off on Diet Adjustments Can Provide Relief For PSSM Horses
In a recent survey, as many as 12% of healthy Quarter Horses are thought to be genetically predisposed to the muscle disorder which, at its worst, can be debilitating and often career-ending for ridden horses.
Continue reading …Abdominal Hernia Repair in Horses Using Polyester…?
April 12, 2016 Comments Off on Abdominal Hernia Repair in Horses Using Polyester…?
Such wounds are challenging to treat because of the weight of the abdominal contents bearing down on the surgical repair. The damaged muscle layers may not be strong enough to withstand the tension on the sutures used to repair the defect. It is often necessary to implant some mesh to strengthen the damaged muscle layers and repair the defect.
Continue reading …Tips With Tivoli: Learn How Western Pleasure is Judged
April 12, 2016 Comments Off on Tips With Tivoli: Learn How Western Pleasure is Judged
Understanding the judging hierarchy demystifies how a Western Pleasure class should be judged. It gives both the judge and the exhibitor a qualitative framework to evaluate a horse’s performance.
Continue reading …Show Schedule For 69th National Championship Appaloosa Show and Youth World Show
April 12, 2016 Comments Off on Show Schedule For 69th National Championship Appaloosa Show and Youth World Show
New classes for the show include: Windemere Handy Hunter (youth), Windemere Handy Hunter (non-pro), Windemere Derby (open), Ranch Trail (open & non-pro), Ranch Riding (open & non-pro), Ranch Rail Pleasure (open & non-pro), Novice Youth Trail, Open Green Trail, Open Green Western Riding, Open Green Western Pleasure, Open Green Hunter Under Saddle, Non-Pro Walk/Trot Western Pleasure & Non-Pro Walk/Trot Western Horsemanship.
Continue reading …BID NOW on Top Horses in April Online Auction from Pro Horse Services
April 11, 2016 Comments Off on BID NOW on Top Horses in April Online Auction from Pro Horse Services
BID NOW on Top Horses in April Online Auction from Pro Horse Services
Continue reading …Ranch Riding Clinic, AQHA Trail Challenge and More Scheduled For June 25-July 2 in Missouri
April 11, 2016 Comments Off on Ranch Riding Clinic, AQHA Trail Challenge and More Scheduled For June 25-July 2 in Missouri
Hosted by Cross Country Trail Rides, the week will be packed with swimming, fishing, concerts and dances. You and your horse will enjoy trail riding on more than 300 miles of forested and riverside trails. Ranch riding and AQHA Trail Challenge clinics will be held throughout the week, culminating in an AQHA Trail Challenge and ranch riding competition. A covered arena is also available to riders.
Continue reading …Taft Dickerson Wins Hylton Maiden For Second Year in a Row, This Time With Extremely Hot Diva
April 10, 2016 Comments Off on Taft Dickerson Wins Hylton Maiden For Second Year in a Row, This Time With Extremely Hot Diva
For the second year in a row, Taft Dickerson was named the Hylton Maiden Champion in 3-Year-Old Western Pleasure at the 2016 Virginia Quarter Horse Classic. Dickerson piloted Extremely Hot Diva to a big payday of $30,200 this evening in Lexington, Virginia!
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