Terry likes seeing a balanced rider who exhibits control of the horse. He also stressed the importance of reading the current AQHA rule book regarding Horsemanship. You should know what the rules say concerning penalties on spins, etc.
Continue reading …Many of our readers will remember the very disturbing story of the Black Forest horses that were seized in September 2014 . Ten surviving horses and four llamas were removed from a Black Forest, CO. property where dozens of decomposing horse carcasses were discovered.
Continue reading …You’ve felt this way before, but you thought it couldn’t possibly happen again. The fatigue hits you like a tidal wave as you roll out of bed. Your head begins to pound harder with each step on your way to the shower. Your muscles cry out for forgiveness, even after you pummel them with hot water and fight the urge to return to bed. You shake your head, forgetting for a split second how much it hurts, trying to clear the cobwebs and remember what you need to do today.
Continue reading …To Blanket or Not To Blanket, That is the Question… SmartPak Has the Answer!
Continue reading …Congratulations to the big winners named thus far! Showmanship- 1- Sherrie Gultz/Invy Of Me, 2-Linda Coakley/Patsys Royal Secret, 3- Shelley Graham/Jet Roddin Zippo, 4-Susan Pennau/Caught A Good Look, 5-Christine Hocutt-Senteney/Bellieve Hes Blazing, 6-Teresa Balkcum/Pawn Star, 7- Joann Hall/Lope Don’t Chute, 8-Jean Fante Swiss/After Eight, 9- Kelleigh De Monbrun/Achipofftheoldgold, 10-Rosemarie Markus/An Absolute Winner Aged Geldings- 1- Vern […]
Continue reading …The 2015 WCHA Breeder’s Championship Futurity is fast approaching! The event will be held September 18-20 in Tunica, MS, in conjunction with The Big Money Futurity.
Continue reading …It is said that Copenhagen valiantly carried the Duke for 16 hours continuously and emerged from the battle without injury. As reward for his exceptional service, Copenhagen was retired to the Duke’s estate, Stratfield Saye House. After the horse passed away, a marble headstone was erected to mark the grave of the Duke’s favorite equine friend.
Continue reading …The course rode smoothly with 15 horses scoring 221.5 or higher to make it to the finals. Sixteen more horses rode in the Shootout with the top five scoring 221 or better to be invited to the finals, which will be held on Thursday.
Continue reading …Entries are now open for APHA’s Trail of Painted Ponies design contest, and artists and non-artists alike are invited to submit their entries now thorough November 1. The theme of the contest is “Celebrating the Spirit of the American Paint Horse,” and cash prizes will be awarded to the top designs, along with possible production as a Trail of Painted Ponies figurine.
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