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EC Photo of the Day: The Language of Friendship

January 17, 2026 Comments Off

“The language of Friendship is not words, but meanings.” —Henry David Thoreau. If you have a great photo of the day, please email it to: Delores.Kuhlwein@EquineChronicle.com.

The Run For A Million Non Pro Challenge Added Money Increases to $125,000 in 2026

January 16, 2026 Comments Off

Non Pro riders are the backbone of the reining industry. They are the owners who invest in horses, the customers who support trainers and programs, and the competitors who balance careers, families, and responsibilities outside the arena while still committing countless hours to the sport. While they may not always receive the same level of […]

NSBA Announces 2026 World Show Judges

January 16, 2026 Comments Off

National Snaffle Bit Association is pleased to announce the judges who will officiate the 2026 NSBA World Championship Show and Breeders Championship Futurity. The show will take place August 13-23, 2026, at the Built Ford Tough Livestock Complex at Expo Square in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Judges for the 2026 event will include: David Avery Amarillo, Texas […]

EC Foal Photo of the Day: It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

January 16, 2026 Comments Off

Yippee – it’s foaling season! We can’t wait to see more of those beautiful foal faces. This huge colt, born 1/7/2026, helps us kick off our famous foal photos of the day! He’s by One And Only Asset and out of ShesOhSoLicious (John Simon x My Precious Lexus – full sister to Elicious), bred in Idaho […]

2026 ApHC Rulebook Is Live

January 15, 2026 Comments Off

The Appaloosa Horse Club announced this week that the 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐀𝐩𝐇𝐂 𝐑𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞! https://sub.appaloosa.com/pdfs/rulebook26.pdf From ApHC: This early release gives members a first look at what’s ahead. Please note: the 𝐑𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐨𝐨𝐧 to make additional clarifications and updates before the final version goes […]

Support the Pinto Heritage Foundation with Auction Items at PtHA Convention

January 15, 2026 Comments Off

From the Pinto Horse Association of America: Items for the auction at PtHA Convention are being accepted! All proceeds go to help support the Pinto Heritage Foundation and our scholarship program. The items must be received in the office by February 15th. If you plan to bring an item to the convention, please email Miranda […]

Around the Rings: 2025/2026 Arizona PHC Copper Country POR

January 15, 2026 Comments Off

The Arizona Paint Horse Club just wrapped up their annual flagship show at WestWorld of Scottsdale, the Copper Country POR, which finishes off the last three days of the year with a 4-judge show, followed by the ringing in of the first three days of the new year with another 4-judge show. Thank you to […]

Iowa Quarter Horse Association Honors Two Inductions into their Hall of Fame

January 15, 2026 Comments Off

From the Iowa Quarter Horse Association, January 15, 2026 Kicking off its 75th Anniversary year, the Iowa Quarter Horse Association (IQHA) held its annual awards banquet in Des Moines on January 10, 2026, to honor their year-end award winners from their 2025 show season. In addition, two inductions were made into the IQHA Hall […]

EC Photo of the Day — A Wonderful Dog

January 15, 2026 Comments Off

“Once you have had a wonderful dog, a life without one is a life diminished.” — Dean Koontz. If you have a great photo of the day, please email it to: Delores.Kuhlwein@EquineChronicle.com.

Kickstart Your Horse Journey in 2026 – Free Safety & Behaviour Course for Youth!

January 15, 2026 Comments Off

Guelph – ON, Jan 14, 2026 – Ready to level up your horse knowledge in the new year? Equine Guelph, the horse owner’s centre at the University of Guelph, is thrilled to offer FREE access to its On-Demand Horse Behaviour and Safety course for youth from January 1 – March 31, 2026! This is your chance to […]