New Rodeo Team Makes Debut at University of Kentucky
January 3, 2014 Comments Off on New Rodeo Team Makes Debut at University of Kentucky
There’s a new team on the roster for the University of Kentucky, one with barrels, bulls, roping, wrestling and a whole lot of enthusiasm by a group of students who have worked hard to put their dreams into reality.
Continue reading …Attention Show Managers: NSBA Offering Promotion For Dual Approved Application Fees
January 3, 2014 Comments Off on Attention Show Managers: NSBA Offering Promotion For Dual Approved Application Fees
NSBA is dedicated to promoting the dual approved program while offering added value to your show. For a short time, NSBA is offering a promotion for the dual approved application fees.
Continue reading …Complete Results From Cloverdale, Winner Circuit
January 3, 2014 Comments Off on Complete Results From Cloverdale, Winner Circuit
Thanks to Mark Harrell Horse Shows we have complete results from the Cloverdale Winner Circuit. The show began on Dec. 28th and concluded Dec. 31 in Cloverdale, Indiana just in time for exhibitors to get home for New Year’s Day! With six judges being offered over the course of the four day event, show management […]
Continue reading …New Species of Horse Discovered in Ethiopia, the E. Woldegabriel, 4.4 Million Years Old
January 2, 2014 Comments Off on New Species of Horse Discovered in Ethiopia, the E. Woldegabriel, 4.4 Million Years Old
The horse fills a gap in the evolutionary history of horses but is also important for documenting how old a fossil locality is and in reconstructing habitats of human forebears of the time, said Scott Simpson, professor of anatomy at Case Western Reserve’s School of Medicine, and coauthor of the research. “This horse is one piece of a very complex puzzle that has many, many pieces.”
Continue reading …Equestrian Divorce: How Do You Split A Horse?
January 2, 2014 Comments Off on Equestrian Divorce: How Do You Split A Horse?
By Meghan Murphy Divorce cases involving equine owners often come with unique complexities compared to the typical divorce case. A big concern for the parties involved revolves around how to split a horse in a divorce agreement. One of the best ways to learn about how to divide a horse in an equestrian divorce is […]
Continue reading …Recertification: A Judge’s Friend or Foe?
January 2, 2014 Comments Off on Recertification: A Judge’s Friend or Foe?
By Chris Crumpler To be certified means to be qualified. Many different professions require qualification and demand that minimum requirements are met. These qualifications and requirements are made to be exhaustive and fully encompassing in order to ensure the highest in quality of a service or product. Beginning in December 2014, AQHA will put into […]
Continue reading …Two Tie-Down World Champions Challenged to Head-to-Head Competition For Chance to Compete For Biggest Payout in Western Sports History
January 2, 2014 Comments Off on Two Tie-Down World Champions Challenged to Head-to-Head Competition For Chance to Compete For Biggest Payout in Western Sports History
The winner of the tie-down roping match up will be the fourth athlete awarded one of the limited exemptions. Two-time PBR World Champion Justin McBride was recently given the spot for bull riding, seven-time World Champion Dan Mortensen was awarded his in the saddle bronc competition and eleven-time World Champion Charmayne James was awarded hers in the barrel racing competition. Additional exemptions will be announced in the coming weeks.
Continue reading …As Temperatures Drop, Be Sure to Check Horse Trailer Tire Pressure
January 2, 2014 Comments Off on As Temperatures Drop, Be Sure to Check Horse Trailer Tire Pressure
As temperatures cool across the country, tire pressures will decrease. Given these facts, USRider reminds equestrians and others who travel with horses to perform periodic air pressure checks on both their vehicle and trailer tires.
Continue reading …Acupuncture: A Useful Treatment for Horses
January 1, 2014 Comments Off on Acupuncture: A Useful Treatment for Horses
by Heather Smith Thomas A growing number of veterinarians are using non-traditional and complementary techniques in treating animals, often combining these with traditional western medicine. One of the most useful complementary modalities is acupuncture. Dr. Tia Nelson, Helena, Montana has been using acupuncture for more than a dozen years in her practice, often in conjunction […]
Continue reading …A Resolution For Myself, A Resolution For My Horse, A Resolution For the Horse Industry
January 1, 2014 Comments Off on A Resolution For Myself, A Resolution For My Horse, A Resolution For the Horse Industry
According to the 12 year cycle of the Chinese zodiac, 2014 is the Year of the Horse.
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