Protect Your Horses From Hazards on the Farm
July 16, 2014 Comments Off on Protect Your Horses From Hazards on the Farm
Statistics show that the two most common emergencies affecting horse owners are trailer wrecks and barn fires, notes Gimenez. This is followed by entrapment-type emergency situations…
Continue reading …Equestrian Exercises: Upper Body Workout
July 16, 2014 Comments Off on Equestrian Exercises: Upper Body Workout
You might not think that upper body strength is that important when it comes to riding your horse, but it’s all connected, says horse trainer Brad Jewett.
Continue reading …AQHA President Johnny Trotter Elected to American Horse Council
July 15, 2014 Comments Off on AQHA President Johnny Trotter Elected to American Horse Council
“The role the American Horse Council plays in virtually every aspect of the equine industry is more important today than ever. The AQHA and the AHC have worked together for many years, and there is great value in the AHC’s work on behalf of all segments of the equine industry. I look forward to helping in all these efforts.”
Continue reading …Calgary Stampede Results: Miniature Nationals and Working Cow Horse
July 15, 2014 Comments Off on Calgary Stampede Results: Miniature Nationals and Working Cow Horse
CALGARY STAMPEDE CANADIAN NATIONAL MINIATURE HORSE SHOW Lord Sterling Cup Champion – Circle J Zachary & Circle J Dezigner Genes – Charlene Gale, Cochrane, AB Reserve Champion – The Governor & The General – Peter/Terry Holt, Morinville, AB CANADIAN NATIONAL CHAMPIONS Canadian National Pleasure Driving Champion – HCM Warpaint Feelin’ Groovy – Louise/Kim Locke, Calgary, […]
Continue reading …Pets as Personal Property, What Happens in a Divorce?
July 15, 2014 Comments Off on Pets as Personal Property, What Happens in a Divorce?
When spouses co-own a pet, going forward, we must provide provisions for the expenses related to the animal. This can be important when dealing with livestock, such as horses, or an animal that has health issues.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: Equine Chronicle Goes to the Lake!
July 14, 2014 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: Equine Chronicle Goes to the Lake!
Today’s EC Photo of the Day comes from Equine Chronicle fan, Marissa Dalton, who’s vacationing with family in Michigan. We love seeing photos of you, and your horses, wearing Equine Chronicle swag.
Continue reading …EC Fun Friday Question: What Popular Candy Bar Was Named After a Horse?
July 11, 2014 Comments Off on EC Fun Friday Question: What Popular Candy Bar Was Named After a Horse?
ANSWER: We could certainly make a case for 100 Grand, Oh Henry!, Old Faithful, or PayDay, but the correct answer is Snickers!
Continue reading …What’s Your Opinion About Vet Records Being Made Public Online?
July 11, 2014 Comments Off on What’s Your Opinion About Vet Records Being Made Public Online?
Owners who voluntarily pledge to make their horse’s veterinary records public can now upload those records to a page hosted by horseracingreform.org, The Jockey Club announced.
Continue reading …US House Clears Vet Medicine Mobility Act, Next Step is Obama’s Desk
July 11, 2014 Comments Off on US House Clears Vet Medicine Mobility Act, Next Step is Obama’s Desk
Under the original law, veterinarians who carry drugs to in mobile veterinary units could be found in violation of the act.
Continue reading …SmartFlex® IV Ultimate Pellets Provide Proven Joint Support
July 11, 2014 Comments Off on SmartFlex® IV Ultimate Pellets Provide Proven Joint Support
During a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study, it was demonstrated that twice the number of horses had improvements in lameness scores when receiving SmartFlex IV Ultimate Pellets compared to the horses in the control group.
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