#Motivational Monday, Community Raises $4K to Send EWD Rider to Dixie Nationals
January 19, 2015 Comments Off on #Motivational Monday, Community Raises $4K to Send EWD Rider to Dixie Nationals
Thanks to Emily Peak for sharing a link to a wonderful story we thought would be perfect to share for #MotivationalMonday. Earlier in January, the Gainesville Times reported on a 43-year-old equestrian named David Ruckstaetter who has Downs Syndrome.
Continue reading …“We Shall Overcome…” Behind the Scenes at SELMA Movie Premiere With AQHA Competitor Tracie Plummer
January 19, 2015 Comments Off on “We Shall Overcome…” Behind the Scenes at SELMA Movie Premiere With AQHA Competitor Tracie Plummer
Today, on the third Monday of January, we honor the life and mission of a man who has become a symbol for equality, social change, and peaceful protest around the globe, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: Baby on Board!
January 16, 2015 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: Baby on Board!
Today’s image comes from Amanda Renae Campbell in Decatur, Illinois. She and her husband chose a unique way of announcing to family and friends that they would be expecting a new barn hand coming in July of 2015.
Continue reading …Keeping Your Older Horse Safe and Comfortable During Travel
January 16, 2015 Comments Off on Keeping Your Older Horse Safe and Comfortable During Travel
The aging process affects all horses, especially those traveling to shows and trail rides may face even more geriatric problems.
Continue reading …APHA Voices Support of AQHA Cloning Case Verdict
January 16, 2015 Comments Off on APHA Voices Support of AQHA Cloning Case Verdict
“This ruling is a significant step toward ensuring that association members can continue to make rules in a democratic process,” APHA Executive Director Billy Smith said.
Continue reading …Our Sincerest Condolences Following the Passing of AQHA Hall of Fame Member Mildred Janowitz
January 16, 2015 Comments Off on Our Sincerest Condolences Following the Passing of AQHA Hall of Fame Member Mildred Janowitz
The palominos raised on Horse Patch Farms were featured in a 1970’s Marlboro advertising campaign. Jack and Mildred were later inducted into the Palomino Horse Breeders of America Hall of Fame.
Continue reading …Latest Decision in Horse Cloning Lawsuit Goes in Favor of AQHA
January 15, 2015 Comments Off on Latest Decision in Horse Cloning Lawsuit Goes in Favor of AQHA
“We always knew our case was sound,” said AQHA Executive Vice President Don Treadway. “Obviously, this decision lifts a huge burden from the shoulders of our Association, and we are relieved to finally have a judgment in our favor,” Treadway continued.
Continue reading …Equestrian Philanthropists Donate $42.5 Million to Colorado State University
January 15, 2015 Comments Off on Equestrian Philanthropists Donate $42.5 Million to Colorado State University
The largesse was inspired in part by stem-cell treatments the Malones’ world-class dressage horses have received to help repair stressed and injured joints, the couple said. They discussed the gift at their sweeping horse farm near Denver.
Continue reading …Using a Fitness Tracker or App While Horseback Riding?
January 15, 2015 Comments Off on Using a Fitness Tracker or App While Horseback Riding?
Now for our little experiment… Just for fun, I wore my Nike+FuelBand during several barn sessions over several weeks. It recorded 14 sessions in total. Each session included the time spent to groom, tack up, ride, untack, and clean the horse.
Continue reading …Hi-Yo Silver! Equine Star Treated For Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Eye
January 15, 2015 Comments Off on Hi-Yo Silver! Equine Star Treated For Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Eye
Protection from the sun is key for any light-skinned horse, Scherrer said. Especially susceptible breeds are Haflingers, Appaloosas, Paints, and Belgians.
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