COVID-19 Schooling Survival Guide- Equitation
April 22, 2020 Comments Off on COVID-19 Schooling Survival Guide- Equitation
“Since the posting trot is coming from the hand gallop in two point, the diagonal should be picked up without sitting,” Shannon says. “The pattern calls for the right diagonal, which is the opposite diagonal that comes naturally when coming from the right lead. I put that in to raise the degree of difficulty in the pattern.”
Continue reading …EC Readers’ Most Memorable Moments of 2019
April 20, 2020 Comments Off on EC Readers’ Most Memorable Moments of 2019
With horse shows put on hold for the foreseeable future, many of us are feeling the stay-at-home blues. This is a natural and perfectly normal reaction. But, it’s important to remember that everyone is in the same boat. We’re all in this together.
Continue reading …Vet Community Launches Campaign to Combat Spread of Zoonotic Diseases Like COVID-19
April 20, 2020 Comments Off on Vet Community Launches Campaign to Combat Spread of Zoonotic Diseases Like COVID-19
“As veterinarians, we have dealt with the coronavirus for four-to-five decades in cattle, horses, dogs, cats and other animals,” said Congressman Yoho. “We are always focused and tuned into the prevention side and by being prepared, we can get ahead of the curve, anticipate these diseases and better respond.”
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As events and disciplines become more specialized, so, too, do the American Quarter Horses bred to excel in those sports. The question, “What are the Halter horse bloodlines?” is never too far from any enthusiast’s mind.
Continue reading …Covid-19 Slams the Barn Door Shut on Cash Flow For Horse Businesses
April 18, 2020 Comments Off on Covid-19 Slams the Barn Door Shut on Cash Flow For Horse Businesses
Thankfully, your horse business model will not be replaced by online businesses. Horse owners will need places to board, students will need riding instruction, horses will need training, and sale horses will need to be matched up with sellers and buyers. Compared to other businesses, horse businesses are very difficult to scale or franchise.
Continue reading …Top 5 Western Pleasure Sires For 2019
April 17, 2020 Comments Off on Top 5 Western Pleasure Sires For 2019
Horses are bred to excel in their given discipline. It is a mix of a horse’s conformation, attitude, and ability that creates a champion horse. Bloodlines are commonly noted and referenced throughout disciplines involving American Quarter Horses that brings us to the question, “what are the top Western Pleasure bloodlines now?”
Continue reading …Do NOT Use Ivermectin For Animals to Treat COVID-19 in Humans
April 16, 2020 Comments Off on Do NOT Use Ivermectin For Animals to Treat COVID-19 in Humans
Because ivermectin is a FDA approved drug for parasitic infection, like strongyles, worms, and bots in horses and heartworm disease in dogs, it is widely available and may hold potential for future research in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the FDA is cautioning that people should not self-medicate by taking ivermectin products for animals. While ivermectin tables are approved for use in people for the treatment of some internal parasitic worms and other external conditions, like head lice and rosacea, the FDA explains that people should never take animal drugs, because their safety and effectiveness has only been evaluated for a particular species. Furthermore, people should not take ivermectin unless it has been prescribed by a licensed health care provider.
Continue reading …Top 5 AQHA Hunter Under Saddle Sires of 2019
April 16, 2020 Comments Off on Top 5 AQHA Hunter Under Saddle Sires of 2019
To excel at Hunter Under Saddle, as with most disciplines, your horse needs to be the total package: A combination or consistency, movement, and an outstanding disposition. Enthusiasts discuss bloodlines and pedigree so for 2019, let’s answer the question, “What are the top hunter under saddle bloodlines?”
Continue reading …Webinar- COVID-19 Financial Assistance For Horse Owners and Businesses
April 16, 2020 Comments Off on Webinar- COVID-19 Financial Assistance For Horse Owners and Businesses
The moderators for this webinar are Carey Williams of Rutgers University, Laura Kenny of Penn State Extension, and Danielle Smarsh of Penn State Extension. The speakers are Ashley Harkin of the United Horse Coalition and Bryan Brendle of the American Horse Council.
Continue reading …COVID-19 Schooling Survival Guide- Showmanship
April 15, 2020 Comments Off on COVID-19 Schooling Survival Guide- Showmanship
One thing to keep in mind is to maintain the same distance to your horse throughout. Don’t let your partner surge or lag. He should respect your space at all times. And don’t neglect your stops. Each stop should be square and complete.
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