2014 | Equine Chronicle

AQHA Executive VP Don Treadway Jr. Announces Retirement

July 21, 2014 Comments Off

A search committee has been named and will manage the process for selection of the next executive vice president, who will be named sometime in the first quarter of 2015. Candidates interested may submit resumes and credentials to evpsearch@aqha.org.

Ill-Fitting Saddles Are Culprits For Horse AND Rider Back Pain, New Study Suggests

July 18, 2014 Comments Off

Ill-fitting saddles are not only associated with back muscle asymmetry, a stilted gait, and back pain in the horse, but they are also associated with back pain in the rider. These are the key conclusions from a new study looking at saddle fit, back shape, and horse as well as rider health.

Severe Summer Weather is Here, USRider’s Top Tips For Traveling With Trailers

July 17, 2014 Comments Off

If you find yourself in a real weather emergency and need to pull off to the side of the road, ALWAYS keep your horses in the trailer. The horses will be safer there rather than being tied to the outside of your trailer.

EC Fan Photo of the Day: Palomino World Show Congrats

July 17, 2014 Comments Off

A big Palomino World Show congratulations goes to Mckenzie Moler, Reserve Champion in Leadline, and Tori Summers, Reserve Champion in 4-year-old Geldings and Yearling Geldings with A Good Secret and Xxtra Inningz. To share your candid photos with us, e-mail b.bevis@equinechronicle.com and you might see them on our website or Facebook page.

Hay Before Grain, or Vice Versa?

July 17, 2014 Comments Off

If fed starchy cereal grains (oats, corn, barley, etc.) on an empty stomach, the horse will produce even more acid (potentially leading to ulcers) and it will leave the stomach quickly.

67th Appaloosa Nationals and 2014 Youth World Championship Show All-Around Winners

July 16, 2014 Comments Off

(unofficial results courtesy of ApHC) Grand Champion and Reserve Champion Halter Stallion: Grand- My Little Secret/Sean Schembri Reserve- Illegal Secret/Sean Schembri Grand and Reserve Champion Mare: Grand- Dreamin On Ice/Tim Finkenbinder Reserve- Xtremely Sweet/Terry Sartain Grand and Reserve Champion Gelding: Grand- Made With Pizzazz/Tim Finkenbinder Reserve- Its Kid Raak/Steve Cruse Grand and Reserve Champion Non-Pro […]

Protect Your Horses From Hazards on the Farm

July 16, 2014 Comments Off

Statistics show that the two most common emergencies affecting horse owners are trailer wrecks and barn fires, notes Gimenez. This is followed by entrapment-type emergency situations…

Equestrian Exercises: Upper Body Workout

July 16, 2014 Comments Off

You might not think that upper body strength is that important when it comes to riding your horse, but it’s all connected, says horse trainer Brad Jewett.

AQHA President Johnny Trotter Elected to American Horse Council

July 15, 2014 Comments Off

“The role the American Horse Council plays in virtually every aspect of the equine industry is more important today than ever. The AQHA and the AHC have worked together for many years, and there is great value in the AHC’s work on behalf of all segments of the equine industry. I look forward to helping in all these efforts.”

Calgary Stampede Results: Miniature Nationals and Working Cow Horse

July 15, 2014 Comments Off

CALGARY STAMPEDE CANADIAN NATIONAL MINIATURE HORSE SHOW Lord Sterling Cup Champion – Circle J Zachary & Circle J Dezigner Genes – Charlene Gale, Cochrane, AB Reserve Champion – The Governor & The General – Peter/Terry Holt, Morinville, AB CANADIAN NATIONAL CHAMPIONS Canadian National Pleasure Driving Champion – HCM Warpaint Feelin’ Groovy – Louise/Kim Locke, Calgary, […]