At the age of 14, Grace Riley from Tulsa, Oklahoma, has already learned valuable lessons about the importance of tenacity, focus, and optimism. This talented young competitor has faced injury and adversity in her equine career, but with a strong circle of support from her family and trainers, she has shown remarkable character and fortitude to not only overcome obstacles, but to shine.
Continue reading …A chance view of a Facebook ad changed the lives of Jimmy Daurio, David Renier, and “Blue.”
Continue reading …Reid Thomas didn’t grow up in the horse industry, but he made his way there as soon as he could. Thomas started riding at age seven after his mom signed him up for lessons at a local hunter-jumper barn. “I think she thought I would pick it up and put it down,” laughs Thomas. Originally from Corpus Christi, Texas, Thomas spent his youth showing horses–first in the pony hunters and then eventually in the Palomino Horse Breeders Association and stock horse industry.
Continue reading …On horse show days, there’s always a buzz of activity surrounded by the slow churning of emotions that bore inside each exhibitor as they go through the motions: Grooming and tacking up their horse, changing into show clothes, walking through patterns in the dirt, and then swinging into the saddle.
Continue reading …As the Ranch Riding division continues to grow and gain in popularity, so do the myths and misconceptions that tend to follow any burgeoning discipline. Whether you’re competing in ranch, western pleasure, or working hunter, competitors have their sights set on one goal–victory. That focus often leads to differing opinions and beliefs about what route will lead to the winner’s circle.
Continue reading …Are you familiar with these horses – Zippo Pine Bar, Zippos Mr Good Bar, Zips Chocolate Chip, Zippos Sensation, Vital Signs Are Good?
Continue reading …A lifelong resident of Decatur, Illinois, Vicki Livasy can’t remember a time when she didn’t love horses. However, since she came from a non-horsey family, her father thought horses were too dangerous. Livasy recalls with a laugh, “So, he bought me a minibike!”
Continue reading …She is a beautiful mare. She is correctly constructed and has wonderful conformation. She has a pleasing personality and sound temperament. She possesses an amazing ability to produce foals better than herself and she is a great mother. She has an enviable pedigree and a super show record.
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