Equine Chronicle | Archive | March

APHA Introduces “NSBA Color of Money Show” in Conjunction With 2014 AjPHA Youth World Show

March 7, 2014 Comments Off

The “NSBA Color of Money” show will be held June 24-26 at the Will Rogers Memorial Center, in conjunction with three of the year’s largest existing color breed events: the AjPHA Youth World Championship Show, the National Appaloosa Show and the World Championship Appaloosa Youth Show.

Jumping a Cross-Country Course…on Foot?

March 6, 2014 Comments Off

Ever wondered what it would be like to tackle some of those impressive cross country obstacles like the Trial horses? Now’s your chance!

EC Foal Photos of the Day: Just Like Daddy- VS Code Red

March 6, 2014 Comments Off

Today’s EC Foal Photo of the Day comes from the five time Congress Champion AQHA stallion, VS Code Red.

Throwback Thursday: Retro Toys,The Daddy Saddle

March 6, 2014 Comments Off

The Daddy Saddle promised to provide hours of enjoyment for both father and child (as long as daddy’s knees and back didn’t give out first.)

On the Fence with Carol – Regarding A Little Bit About A Lot

March 6, 2014 Comments Off

Quite a few directors have been sending me copies of their 440 Express communiqués. They have been dumbfounded by leadership’s inexhaustible directives on what to expect at the Convention. I hope you have found them as entertaining as I have. No matter how much our leaders attempt to brainwash the members into joining their thoughts on promoting miss-guided agendas, they still just don’t get it, or perhaps do not want to. Glaring omissions regarding the value of points from their remake of the Incentive Fund or the cloning debacle has many wondering if they might not be withholding more bad news.

Mark Harrell Quarter Horses Looking to Fill Trainer/Sales Position

March 6, 2014 Comments Off

The position will involve both the training and presenting of all sale horses. A competitive salary, opportunity for commissions, housing, and utilities will be provided.

Showbills and Judges List For GQHA Summer Kickoff and TSQHA Show With A View

March 6, 2014 Comments Off

Showbills are now available online for the 2014 GQHA Summer Kickoff Show and TSQHA Show With A View. The 2014 GQHA Summer Kickoff Show will take place May 17-18 at Reeves Arena in Perry, GA. Judges will include Kelly McDowall, Larry Hansch, Lynda Danielson, and a TBA judge. Click here to view a showbill. The Tri-State […]

APHA Inducts Two Performance Stallions into 2013 Hall of Fame

March 6, 2014 Comments Off

Few horses reach celebrity status by which they’re best known by a nickname, but Colonels Smokingun—simply “Gunner” to many—was certainly one of those stars. A loud splashed white coat pattern and unparalleled performance made Gunner unforgettable.

White House Recommends Removal of Horse Slaughter Funding in Proposed 2015 Budget

March 6, 2014 Comments Off

HSUS edited press release President Obama’s FY 2015 budget proposal includes a request for Congress to continue the prohibition on spending tax dollars to inspect horse slaughter plants. The ban—which is strongly supported by The Humane Society of the United States—prevents horses from being slaughtered in the U.S. for human consumption. A similar spending prohibition […]

Don’t Forget to Spring Forward!

March 6, 2014 Comments Off

Don’t forget to “Spring Forward” this coming Sunday, March 9, 2014, when Daylight Savings Time begins. Of course, most phones and computers will change automatically, but those old-fashioned timekeepers including microwave clocks and alarm clocks will need to be changed manually. Although most aren’t looking forward to an hour less of sleep, it does mean more […]