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EC Photo of the Day – Stronger Together

January 18, 2024 Comments Off

“Alone, you are strong, but together, you’ll be stronger than ever.” – Unknown We love this variety of equines and the Freitag family of Michigan City, Indiana! Pictured are parents Aaron and Krissy Freitag, and their children, Hannah and Owen, with: UpStream Ryker – 3 yr old Belgian stallion Allure Ranch Fury Lady Liberty – buckskin mini) […]

What to Expect When You’re Expecting (A Foal!)

January 18, 2024 Comments Off

From AAEP: If your mare has made it through 11 months of pregnancy, you’re almost there. Labor and delivery, while momentous, are generally uncomplicated — however, being a prepared and an informed owner will help you keep your anxiety in check so you can assist the new mother and foal get off to a great […]

2024 Arizona Sun Circuit Adequan Free Clinic Series

January 18, 2024 Comments Off

From Arizona Sun Circuit: Arizona Sun Circuit horse show’s free clinics, sponsored by Adequan, are popular with exhibitors as well as the general public. Presented by top pros who all have multiple World Champion titles under their belts, they offer specific, actionable information to help you improve your ride. They are also a great […]

Setting a Trail Course For Success

January 18, 2024 Comments Off

Walk-overs should be spaced in increments of 20 – 24 inches apart. Trot-overs should be spaced in increments of 3 – 3.5 feet apart. Lope-overs should be spaced in increments of 6 – 6.5 feet apart.

Changing Lives, One Rider At a Time: Troy Oakley Mentoring Opportunity in Scottsdale

January 17, 2024 Comments Off

Troy Oakley’s blockbuster mentoring program has taken off since he announced it in the fall of 2023, explaining that he’s going to be Changing Lives, One Rider At a Time. “I’m not here to take anyone’s clients; I want to enhance your abilities and change lives one at a time,” he explains. “My mentor paved […]

EC Photo of the Day – Getting Her Game Face On

January 17, 2024 Comments Off

This is Henley Smith, age 10, getting ready for Small Fry Hunter Under Saddle at her first time at Congress in 2023! She placed 4th with her horse, SH SmokeOnTheWater. Thank you to Shelly Smith for the fabulous photo, and congrats to Henley and her support team! If you have a great photo of the day, please send […]

The Showmanship Pivot

January 17, 2024 Comments Off

It’s one of the most anticipated Showmanship maneuvers to watch and the most stressful to per-form–the challenging pivot. The multi-tasking that is involved for exhibitors to execute this technical maneuver correctly can be overwhelming, and it’s equally as demanding for the horses that show in this class.

Five Dedicated Equine Veterinary Students Awarded $5,000 Merck Animal Health Scholarships by The Foundation for the Horse

January 17, 2024 Comments Off

From Foundation For The Horse: Five outstanding veterinary students’ intent on careers in equine practice have each received $5,000 Merck Animal Health Scholarships awarded by The Foundation for the Horse: Alexandra Bettencourt, Texas A&M University Scarlett Loya, University of Pennsylvania Lauren Obermeyer, The Ohio State University Harrell Phillips III, Kansas State University Cassidy Scatena, Texas […]

Celebrating Our Senior Show Horses

January 16, 2024 Comments Off

Last week, we shared a photo of Bridget Grobosky with Accidental Zipper, her 26-year-old AQHA gelding who is still winning Western Riding titles at Silver Dollar, Sun Circuit, and more. We asked you to share your 25+ year old horses who were still showing and deserve some recognition, and boy, did you ever! The Equine […]

EC Transformation Tuesday – Eva Johnston

January 16, 2024 Comments Off

This week’s Transformation Tuesday features Eva Johnston – pictured here first at 5 years old, loping on Max, her first lesson horse. In the second photo, she’s captured by Shane Rux Photography at age 13 on Certenly A Good Time at the 2023 All American Quarter Horse Congress! Eva was featured in one of […]