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Raising Financial Grown-Ups – Who Pays the Show Bill When a Youth Becomes an Amateur?

November 28, 2019 Comments Off

While they may be adults, legally, many young amateur exhibitors have a long way to go before they are truly self-reliant, especially when it comes to their finances. Horses are expensive, and showing requires a sizable income. Most young adults don’t start out making enough money to afford horses without their parents paying the bills.

Survivors: One Year after a Horrific Trailer Accident, Three Teams Achieve World Champion Titles

November 27, 2019 Comments Off

One Tragedy + Three Special Ladies + One Resilient Trainer = A Remarkable Success Story

The loss of a legend – Hotroddin Zippo

November 26, 2019 Comments Off

On June 25, 2019, the Quarter Horse world lost a legend with the passing of Hotroddin Zippo owned by Pine Meadow Quarter Horses. The loss of the beloved 15.1 hand, chestnut superstar has reverberated across the industry, as this talented and sweet-natured stallion created a lasting legacy in both the show pen and breeding shed.

At the AQHA World Championship – November 20, 2019 with the G-Man

November 20, 2019 Comments Off

Bit Troubleshooting – English Edition

November 20, 2019 Comments Off

The choice of bits for English classes can be overwhelming with a seemingly infinite combination of mouthpieces and cheek designs. English bits are commonly considered to be either direct rein or snaffle bits. However, some have shanks, use leverage, and are regarded as curb bits.

At the AQHA World Championship – November 19, 2019 with the G-Man

November 19, 2019 Comments Off

At the AQHA World Championship – November 18, 2019 with the G-Man

November 19, 2019 Comments Off

At the AQHA World Championship – November 15, 2019 with the G-Man

November 18, 2019 Comments Off

NCEA – What About The Men?

November 18, 2019 Comments Off

Have you ever considered that the majority of horse trainers in the horse industry are male, while the majority of competitors in the youth and amateur ranks are female? Furthermore, why is it that NCEA programs seem to be solely made up of female riders? Are they?

Kissing Spine: No Longer a Career Ending Diagnosis

November 16, 2019 Comments Off

It began as a hitch in the gelding’s get-along, so to speak. The nagging short step in his hind end persisted. Then, when he was put on a longe line in a circle, he demonstrated what horsemen describe as being “dead lame.” But when the 2007 AQHA gelding, Lopin For Hours, aka “Chevy,” straightened out, he would appear to be sound…