Flexing Mental Muscle in the Show Arena
May 20, 2014 Comments Off on Flexing Mental Muscle in the Show Arena
You’ve practiced your spins and gait changes daily. You’ve cleaned your show clothes and polished your silver. Your horse is perfectly banded and shimmering from nose to tail. You’re ready for the show pen.
Continue reading …Not My Day Job: The Other Life of Clothing Designer Lindsey James
May 20, 2014 Comments Off on Not My Day Job: The Other Life of Clothing Designer Lindsey James
Lindsey James is a busy and focused entrepreneur who owns a custom show apparel business, a horse boarding facility, a new purse collection, and a new wine company. This ambitious and highly accomplished equestrian thrives on challenge, creativity, and unlimited sparkle.
Continue reading …Free Webinar: What Horse Professionals Need to Know About Drug Resistant Parasite Control
May 20, 2014 Comments Off on Free Webinar: What Horse Professionals Need to Know About Drug Resistant Parasite Control
The growing reality of drug-resistance in parasites has made managing them a serious concern for horse professionals. Administering a rotational deworming schedule is no longer an adequate way to control parasites and could end up costing you more in the long run.
Continue reading …The Calgary Stampede- “The Greatest Outdoor Show On Earth”- July 4-13
May 20, 2014 Comments Off on The Calgary Stampede- “The Greatest Outdoor Show On Earth”- July 4-13
This year will be unlike any other year at Stampede Park for AQHA members and all horse lovers with the opening of the Agrium Western Event Centre, the new home of western events and competitions, horse performances and sustainable agriculture education on Stampede Park. The state-of-the-art 150,000-square-foot venue has been tailored for the needs of animals and designed to host national and international shows.
Continue reading …2014 Sun and Surf Circuit Show Results
May 19, 2014 Comments Off on 2014 Sun and Surf Circuit Show Results
Thanks to the hard working folks at HorseShowing.com we now have results to share from the 2014 Sun and Surf Circuit that took place May 15-18 in Del Mar, California. Check out some of the largest class sizes for the show. Western Horsemanship Amateur Level 1- 19 Youth Western Horsemanship- 20 Trail Open Level 1- […]
Continue reading …Upcoming Convention Will Focus on Decline in Breed Registration Numbers
May 19, 2014 Comments Off on Upcoming Convention Will Focus on Decline in Breed Registration Numbers
“Every major equine breed registry has seen a dramatic drop in the number of registered horses over the last ten years. What are the reasons? Is this a function of the economy or a fundamental, permanent change in the industry? What will it mean for the industry, short and long-term? Are some breeds and activities affected more than others?” noted AHC president Jay Hickey.
Continue reading …Quarter Horse Ladies Who Lunch- a Preakness Tradition
May 19, 2014 Comments Off on Quarter Horse Ladies Who Lunch- a Preakness Tradition
“I would love to be a part of the history of another Triple Crown winner and to be able to say that I was at the second race and I saw California Chrome in person.”
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“Each year, our goal is to bring an outstanding roster of judges together to judge AQHA’s World Championship shows,” said Don Treadway Jr., AQHA Executive Vice President.
Continue reading …UPDATE: Will a Nasal Strip be the One Thing Standing Between California Chrome and the Triple Crown?
May 19, 2014 Comments Off on UPDATE: Will a Nasal Strip be the One Thing Standing Between California Chrome and the Triple Crown?
UPDATE: It has just been announced this morning, via California Chrome’s official Facebook page, that permission to wear the strip has been granted.
Continue reading …Horse Heartburn: Understanding, Preventing, and Treating Gastric Ulcers
May 19, 2014 Comments Off on Horse Heartburn: Understanding, Preventing, and Treating Gastric Ulcers
Dr. Tomlinson will discuss the unique aspects of horse physiology that make horses susceptible to developing ulcers. She will also explain common practices that increase risk of ulcers, while offering simple management changes that can reduce risk.
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