Decades ago, horsemen didn’t have access to the same learning opportunities we have available today. More often than not, wisdom was passed down through generations via word of mouth. Or horsemen discovered what worked and what didn’t through experiential learning, aka “trial and error”.
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The Equine Chronicle would like to pay tribute to two legendary stallions who were lost this past year, way too early in their illustrious careers. It is beyond heartbreaking for anyone to lose a horse, but these two stallions not only touched the lives of many people, but their contributions to the Halter world will be felt for generations to come.
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Success Built On A Strong Family Tradition: Jeffrey Pait Show Horses
November 8, 2024 Comments Off on Success Built On A Strong Family Tradition: Jeffrey Pait Show Horses
The Pait men have a rich family tradition as horsemen. As the sons of Eldon Pait, Jamie, E.H., and Jeffrey have each carved out their own unique place in the horse industry while becoming AQHA World and Congress Champion trainers along the way.
Continue reading …Heidi Rasor – How A Golf Bet Won A Horse
November 6, 2024 Comments Off on Heidi Rasor – How A Golf Bet Won A Horse
Heidi Rasor is no stranger to winning. She has won World and Congress championships and Reserve championships as far back as 1994. But the most important win in her show career is the one that launched it: a bet with her fiancé, Jack, in 1993.
Continue reading …From The Publisher – Back to Basics
November 4, 2024 Comments Off on From The Publisher – Back to Basics
While perusing the worldwide web, I came across several listings of horses for sale. This is nothing uncommon in the modern world of digital advertising. Everything’s for sale on the net, horses included.
Continue reading …On The Cover – Madeleine Bayless and Im Willy Good Today
November 2, 2024 Comments Off on On The Cover – Madeleine Bayless and Im Willy Good Today
Becoming a partner with a remarkable horse is a dream all horsemen possess.
Continue reading …Facing The Music And Conquering Fear In The Saddle
October 28, 2024 Comments Off on Facing The Music And Conquering Fear In The Saddle
No matter how well we ride, or how well our horses are trained, sometimes all it takes is a nervous spook, a playful buck, an energic bolt, a stressful ride, or a moment of anxiety, and riders can easily fall prey to setbacks.
Continue reading …Around the Rings – 2024 Congress with the G-Man!
October 26, 2024 Comments Off on Around the Rings – 2024 Congress with the G-Man!
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Mastering The Art Of The Straight Line
October 26, 2024 Comments Off on Mastering The Art Of The Straight Line
While keeping your horse straight is a fundamental skill, it’s one of the hardest to do.
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