We are excited to relay the news that Shorty’s Caboy Hattery has relocated to a brand new store for 2015! Still residing in the historic Oklahoma Stockyards, the new address is 1007 S. Agnew, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73108.
Continue reading …I remember my first Intercollegiate horse show as a member of the Colby-Sawyer College Chargers. We arrived at Mount Holyoke College in our big, blue school bus, surrounded by much larger schools in their luxury charter buses. It was incredibly intimidating, much like any big show, but this time, instead of just my horse and I out there on our own, I was part of a team of riders that cheered each other on. Our mounts were chosen from names in a basket, which evened the playing field for everyone. I will never forget the powerful mixture of anticipation, camaraderie, and school pride that came with the experience.
Continue reading …Are you putting on an APHA-approved show in 2015? Or maybe you want to give it a shot, but aren’t quite sure where to start? APHA’s 2015 Show Management Manual is now available online—it’s full of valuable information to help you run a successful competition.
Continue reading …The news headlines sounded like they were straight out of a script from a major motion picture. A disease, once thought to no longer be a threat, sweeps across villages in West Africa causing numerous deaths and overwhelms local clinics. The disease then infects the very care workers sent in to help. Unknowingly, some of those infected travel back home, potentially spreading the disease from a Third World country to one of the most powerful and richest nations in the world.
Continue reading …Would you ever use a helmet camera during a training session or competition? Do you think it might compromise the safety of a horse and its rider? Does it depend more on discipline?
Continue reading …“Thank you to the AQHA and Ride Alert ID – yesterday I had a diabetic emergency at work and a co-worker found my bracelet in my purse and gave to the EMS. I have significant medication allergies and the paramedic was able to get my medical information quickly when I could not give it.”
Continue reading …This hour-long workshop will help farriers understand how exercise, environment and nutrition are important factors that complement regular, professional maintenance when it comes to maintaining a strong, healthy hoof.
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