A Different Kind of “Champion” Honored, Recognizing Volunteers in the Horse Industry
February 7, 2014 Comments Off on A Different Kind of “Champion” Honored, Recognizing Volunteers in the Horse Industry
Volunteering at Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue in Millbrook, New York, saved Serena Thorne. “When I first went to Lucky Orphans, I was just coming out of Crisis intervention from a suicide attempt. When I lost my stepdad a few years back, it broke me emotionally and then I found out that my second knee surgery had failed.”
Continue reading …What You Must Know When Feeding Genetically Modified Commercial Feed to Your Horse
February 7, 2014 Comments Off on What You Must Know When Feeding Genetically Modified Commercial Feed to Your Horse
The bottom line here is that when a glyphosate contaminated plant is digested, the glyphosate in the plant is released into the horses gut and ties up (chelates) vital minerals necessary to the horse’s health.
Continue reading …Purina Connects Questions with Expertise Through Horse Owners Workshops
February 7, 2014 Comments Off on Purina Connects Questions with Expertise Through Horse Owners Workshops
Every horse owner has questions, which is why Purina is bringing expertise from its 1,200 acre nutrition research farm, the Purina Animal Nutrition Center, to their communities by partnering with local independent dealers to host in-person Horse Owners Workshops (HOW®).
Continue reading …Valentine’s Day Treats For the Paint Horse Lover in Your Life
February 7, 2014 Comments Off on Valentine’s Day Treats For the Paint Horse Lover in Your Life
Anyone can give a teddy bear for Valentine’s Day. This year, give your Paint-loving sweetie something they will really cherish.
Continue reading …Smooth Movement of Gaited Horses Caused by Genetic Mutation, Claims Study
February 6, 2014 Comments Off on Smooth Movement of Gaited Horses Caused by Genetic Mutation, Claims Study
This gene codes for a protein in a specific subset of neurons in the spinal cord that coordinates the movements of the animal’s legs. The mutated version of the gene causes a truncation of the DMRT3 protein, a genetic “mistake” that allows horses to pace and amble.
Continue reading …Fourth Generation Trick Rider, Gattlin Griffith, Stars in New Movie “Labor Day” Alongside Kate Winslet and Josh Brolin
February 6, 2014 Comments Off on Fourth Generation Trick Rider, Gattlin Griffith, Stars in New Movie “Labor Day” Alongside Kate Winslet and Josh Brolin
What do Angelina Jolie, Clint Eastwood, Vince Vaughn, Kate Winslet, Josh Brolin, and Kevin Costner have in common? They’ve all worked alongside the talented Gattlin Griffith, of course.
Continue reading …2014 Dixie National Equestrians With Disabilities Show Was a Smash Hit!- Photos and Results
February 6, 2014 Comments Off on 2014 Dixie National Equestrians With Disabilities Show Was a Smash Hit!- Photos and Results
Dixie National Media MQHA’s 2014 Dixie National Quarter Horse Equestrians With Disabilities (EWD) Show was a SMASH hit with a record 94 AQHA entries! Exhibitors from many different states including Texas and Louisiana came to Jackson, MS to show to four AQHA judges and get a taste of southern hospitality that The Southern Classic is […]
Continue reading …Collegiate Equestrian Stock Show Duel Will Take Place Tomorrow in Ft. Worth, TX
February 6, 2014 Comments Off on Collegiate Equestrian Stock Show Duel Will Take Place Tomorrow in Ft. Worth, TX
Friday’s section between the two foes will consist of only five Western riders from each team and start at approximately 5:00 p.m. CT at John Justin Arena. On Sunday, the two teams will wrap-up competition with Hunt Seat action at 10:00 a.m. CT.
Continue reading …2014 ApHC Youth Election Results!
February 6, 2014 Comments Off on 2014 ApHC Youth Election Results!
To qualify, each candidate must be between the ages of 14-17 and reside in the territory and zone that he/she wishes to represent. The newly appointed AYA Directors will serve a two-year term, while the returning AYA Directors will serve the second year of their current term.
Continue reading …Show Off Your Winning Style With Shorty’s New Logo Hat Cans
February 6, 2014 Comments Off on Show Off Your Winning Style With Shorty’s New Logo Hat Cans
Now you can show your support for Shorty’s Caboy Hattery with brand new logo hat cans. In colors like gold and black, red and black, and burnt orange, these sturdy and stylish cans feature an interior mirror for a last minute touch up before you head to the show pen. Because these hat cans are […]
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