EC Photo of the Day – Nothing Better Than A Friend
December 31, 2022 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day – Nothing Better Than A Friend
“There is nothing better than a friend, unless it is a friend with chocolate.” ― Linda Grayson Or in this case, there’s nothing better than a friend named Chocolate TNT, aka “Mocha!” This is 9 year old Lola pictured with Mocha, and it’s easy to see the two love each other. Thank you to Beth […]
Continue reading …Emma Goffard and Candy Confidential win Youth HUS 18 & Under
December 31, 2022 Comments Off on Emma Goffard and Candy Confidential win Youth HUS 18 & Under
At the 2022 APHC Copper Country December POR, Emma Goffard and Candy Confidential were Circuit Champions in the Youth Hunter Under Saddle 18 & Under! Watch what Emma had to say about “Finn” in our EC TV video!
Continue reading …Around the Rings Photos and Results – APHC Copper Country POR, Dec 29, 2022
December 30, 2022 Comments Off on Around the Rings Photos and Results – APHC Copper Country POR, Dec 29, 2022
The Arizona Paint Horse Club’s Copper Country 2022 POR is underway at WestWorld of Scottsdale, with 4 judges for December 29-31, 2022, and another 4 judges for their 2023 POR from January 1-3, 2023. Judges for the December show: A-Brendan Brown (MO) NSBA B-Dave Denniston (CO) NSBA C-Bob Kail (AZ) NSBA D-Keith Longacre (OK) NSBA […]
Continue reading …Does Early Castration Affect Foals’ Development?
December 30, 2022 Comments Off on Does Early Castration Affect Foals’ Development?
Equine Science Update Tuesday, December 27, 2022 Posted by Mark Andrews Male horses are generally castrated to make them easier to manage. Traditionally equine castration (or gelding) has been carried out at the yearling stage (c6-18 months of age). The procedure may be delayed in the hope that doing so will allow the colt to […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day – Just A Dog & Her Horse
December 30, 2022 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day – Just A Dog & Her Horse
Ziplocked N Lopin, aka “Dutton,” with his pal, “Miley”. “Best buddies! They are always together. She absolutely loves this colt,” says Britt Eagan of Colorworks Farm. Did you read our 2022 story about Elsa and Clarence, another pair of horse and dog best friends? Read the amazing story here: An Unlikely Pair
Continue reading …Around the Rings Photos – 2022 APHC Copper Country POR
December 29, 2022 Comments Off on Around the Rings Photos – 2022 APHC Copper Country POR
Arizona Paint Horse Club’s Copper Country Paint O Ramas are going on December 29, 2022 to January 3, 2023 at WestWorld of Scottsdale! Find all the details here: https://azpaints.org/copper-country-paint-o-rama-2022-2023/ Watch for coverage, candid photos, and results on our website!
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day – Caption This!
December 29, 2022 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day – Caption This!
At the 2022 Pinto World Show, Send Roses by Choice, aka “Sam Elliott,” was busy looking over the shoulder of Rhett Kee as he held his iPad. How would you caption this adorable photo? Sam Elliot is owned by Nancy Pulaski and leased by Carla Cafora. Thank you to Julie Harnish for the cute photo! If you […]
Continue reading …Exciting New Additions to the 2023 Virginia Maiden and Spring Breakout
December 29, 2022 Comments Off on Exciting New Additions to the 2023 Virginia Maiden and Spring Breakout
2023 promises to be an exciting show year for The Virginia Maiden, hosted at the Spring Breakout! The Spring Breakout will take place March 22-26, 2023, in Lexington, Virginia, with a 6-Judge AQHA S/C Show, an AQHA Special Event, and NSBA & Futurity. Judges will be Eddie Smith (SE), April Devitt, Casey Devitt, Clay MacLeod, Dolly Chayer, […]
Continue reading …Platinum Breeders’ Futurity Yearling Nomination Easier Than Ever for 2023
December 29, 2022 Comments Off on Platinum Breeders’ Futurity Yearling Nomination Easier Than Ever for 2023
Cash In: Platinum Breeders’ Futurity yearling nomination is now easier than ever for 2023 By Jessica Hein, APHA News Self-nominate your yearling for Platinum Breeders’ Futurity classes and score a piece of the huge purses up for grabs in these premier halter events. As long as the yearling is sired by a Platinum-participating stallion, he […]
Continue reading …Water: An Oft-Forgotten Nutrient for Horses
December 28, 2022 Comments Off on Water: An Oft-Forgotten Nutrient for Horses
By Kentucky Equine Research Staff The most important nutrient in the horse’s diet is one that is rarely thought about in detail: water. An adult horse’s body is composed of roughly 70% water, which equates to about 95 gallons (360 liters) of water for the average 500-kg horse. Foals have even higher water content, roughly […]
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