“A lot of times, people can get hung up thinking, ‘I need to change up [my horse’s] grain, or I need to change how much grain I feed,’” Dr. Nichols said. However, is either necessary? Not exactly, but there are some other aspects for horse owners to consider.
Continue reading …A special slate of Junior Horse awards will be offered in select all-age Open world championship classes at the 2022 APHA World Championship Show, taking place June 24-July 10 at the Will Rogers Memorial Center in Fort Worth, Texas.
Continue reading …Are you an artist? Do you draw, paint, create digital art or photography? Would you like your art to be featured on the 2022 National Championship Program cover? We’d love to see your work! Submit your artwork for the 2022 National Championships Program Cover Art Contest. Artwork should be submitted sized to 8.5×11 as a […]
Continue reading …There is nothing quite like winning your first belt buckle, as evidenced by the big smile on Brooke Steindorf’s face! If you have a great photo or video of the day to share, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …Always a popular list year after year, An Equine Production has released their most frequently asked questions for the 2022 AQHA rulebook. Keep in mind that the official rule book is always the most accurate reference guide, but this is a great image to save to your smart phone as a handy reference.
Continue reading …The horse’s gastro-intestinal tract is a complex and amazing organ. It performs many functions which include processing and absorbing all the fluids and nutrients that sustain the body, as well as playing a huge role in the horse’s immune system. One of the most important functions of the GI tract is to act as a barrier between the external and internal environment—keeping the “good” stuff inside the body and the “bad bugs” out. Even though feed and water ingested by the horse may contain harmful pathogens, the barrier provided by the GI tract is usually sufficient to keep them from getting any farther, and they pass on out.
Continue reading …“I have learned that there is more power in a good strong hug than in a thousand meaningful words.” – Ann Hood Thanks to Kendra Schultz for this sweet photo of two friends embracing after a big win. If you have a great photo or video of the day, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com and you might see […]
Continue reading …“He lived his life doing something that he loved and was able to share his knowledge so other people could have successful lives doing what they love with horses,” Morehead said. “His No.1 priority wasn’t himself. He wanted people to learn the right way with horses, whether it be riding or taking care of them.”
Continue reading …“Wouldn’t you like to be able to make it through that marathon trot the first direction in a Hunter Under Saddle class? Or flawlessly execute running with your horse in these big, long, Showmanship patterns? Wouldn’t you like NOT to feel like the weak link in your partnership with your horse? We ask them to be very fit and perform for us. I think it’s fair to give that back to them.”
Continue reading …Over the years, some equine professionals, while trying to resolve these matters on their own, have violated the law and created more problems. This webinar discusses how horse business owners can seek to address non-payment problems through their contracts.
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