EC Photo of the Day – Always A Friend
October 11, 2024 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day – Always A Friend
“It seems they had always been, and always would be, friends. Time could change, but not that.” – A. A. Milne,Winnie the Pooh. This is Henry Teachworth with his pony “Malibu” resting in between classes. Hat is by Initial Impressions. Thank you to Lauren Kemp of Lauren Elizabeth Photography for the fab photo! If […]
Continue reading …NCHA Announces Celebrity Cutting Competitors
October 11, 2024 Comments Off on NCHA Announces Celebrity Cutting Competitors
From NCHA: FORT WORTH – Join the National Cutting Horse Association (NCHA) as we welcome a distinguished list of celebrities to our NCHA Celebrity Cutting Challenge. This exciting event will take place on November 29, 2024, at the iconic Will Rogers Coliseum in Fort Worth, Texas. Participating actors and actresses will showcase their skills in […]
Continue reading …Paints Cashed In at the 2024 APHA/WCHA Halter Million
October 11, 2024 Comments Off on Paints Cashed In at the 2024 APHA/WCHA Halter Million
By Jessica Hein, PHJ News: Cash rained at the 2024 APHA/WCHA Halter Million, where more than $1.4 million in payouts and prizes was awarded to exhibitors. The Halter Million is a joint venture between APHA and the World Conformation Horse Association and took place September 21-29 in Fort Worth, Texas. The premier halter competition offered APHA world […]
Continue reading …Can Horses Sniff Out Poisonous Plants?
October 11, 2024 Comments Off on Can Horses Sniff Out Poisonous Plants?
From Equine Science Update: Recent research from Poland suggests that horses may use their sense of smell to avoid poisonous plants. Many plants are toxic to horses, potentially causing serious health issues or even death if ingested. So how do horses identify poisonous plants? In the wild, horses may avoid unfamiliar plants or those with […]
Continue reading …Around the Rings with the G-Man – 2024 Quarter Horse Congress
October 10, 2024 Comments Off on Around the Rings with the G-Man – 2024 Quarter Horse Congress
The G-Man has arrived at Ohio Expo Center in Columbus! Scroll to see his first gallery of photos:
Continue reading …Paula Czapko Purchases Flying To The Moon
October 10, 2024 Comments Off on Paula Czapko Purchases Flying To The Moon
By Delores Kuhlwein Congratulations are in order for Paula Czapko, who just purchased Flying To The Moon, aka “Leroy,” from Angela Fox. The purchase of the 2019 AQHA gelding by Extremely Hot Chips and out of A Diva By Moonlight, bred by Jeri Kay Lockwood, was a big surprise for new owner Paula Czapko. “I […]
Continue reading …Brooke USA Launches Hurricane Relief Fund
October 10, 2024 Comments Off on Brooke USA Launches Hurricane Relief Fund
Supporting Horses and People Affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton Lexington, KY (October 9, 2024) – Hurricanes Helene and Milton have slammed into the Southeastern United States, displacing people and animals, disrupting health and veterinary systems and leaving families and their beloved equines in desperate need of services and supplies. As Americans in the storm-battered […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day – Pint Sized Sass
October 10, 2024 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day – Pint Sized Sass
We’re mixing things up today with this fabulous photo of sass, but pint sized! This is Brinley Balsis with her pony “Stormy” at the Berrien County Youth Fair. Thank you to Lauren Kemp of Lauren Elizabeth Photography for the share! If you have a great photo of the day, please email it to: Delores.Kuhlwein@EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …Managing Thin Soles in Performance Horses
October 10, 2024 Comments Off on Managing Thin Soles in Performance Horses
From Equine Science Update: Thin soles and poor palmar angles are common issues in performance horses, significantly impacting their comfort, movement, and hoof health. Horses with thin soles are more prone to lameness due to increased sensitivity, pain, bruising, and a higher risk of developing solar abscesses. Managing thin soles can be challenging for farriers […]
Continue reading …Royal Wire Products – 4 Generations Of Horse Experience
October 10, 2024 Comments Off on Royal Wire Products – 4 Generations Of Horse Experience
Anyone who has ever lugged, wrestled with, and tried to organize horse equipment–tack, feed, grooming kit and assorted competition gear–has had the thought, ‘There has to be a better way.”
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