A Scratch for Every Itch – Equine Skin Allergies
May 14, 2022 Comments Off on A Scratch for Every Itch – Equine Skin Allergies
by Amy Young, UCD Center for Equine Health Horses scratch for many reasons. They scratch themselves on fences, rub up against posts (and sometimes people), roll on the ground, and groom each other. A natural behavior usually linked to social bonding, comfort, and relaxation, it can be heightened seasonally by shedding, sweating, or the presence of insects. […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day – Morale Booster
May 13, 2022 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day – Morale Booster
That’s one way to boost morale after a rough showmanship morning! Thank you to Carly Veldman Parks of Parks Show Horses for sharing this hilarious photo of Alexa Black and Kaylynn Heitman at The Madness in Wilmington, Ohio! If you have a great photo or video of the day, please email Delores.Kuhlwein@EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …Entries Accepted for Professional Horse Services May Internet Auction
May 13, 2022 Comments Off on Entries Accepted for Professional Horse Services May Internet Auction
“Entries are being accepted for the May INTERNET Auctions. Bidding will open on May 23rd and close on May 26th,” announces Mike Jennings of Professional Horse Services, LLC. “The Internet horse auction market is still very strong. Sellers can take advantage of the lower cost of selling from home AND get top prices for their Quarter Horses, Appaloosas, […]
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By Delores Kuhlwein On December 30, 2019, Bonnie Sue Kalmar looked out her window to see a big, white, fluffy dog wandering at the end of her driveway where she lives in the “thumb” of Michigan, better known as the Blue Water Area. Seeing a stray dog seemed unremarkable, so Kalmar simply walked the dog […]
Continue reading …EC Question of the Day – How to Get Those Heels Down
May 12, 2022 Comments Off on EC Question of the Day – How to Get Those Heels Down
EC Question of the Day – Heels Down! We recently asked our readers: “How do you get better at keeping your heels down?” We received some great feedback, including advice from a personal fitness trainer for equestrians, from knowledgeable trainers, and from riders who have learned some tips! There are even two video exercises to […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day – Tongue Out Thursday?
May 12, 2022 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day – Tongue Out Thursday?
It must be tongue out Thursday, or at least that’s what Consider Her Hot thinks! This is “Zoey” and her rider, Evan Dubbs, age 12, after Zoey’s first western dressage clinic. Zoey is owned by Sandy Reese. Thank you to Kirsten Dubbs for sending this cute photo in! If you have a great photo or video […]
Continue reading …2022 WCHA/Big Money Futurities Host Hotels Giving Back to WCHA
May 12, 2022 Comments Off on 2022 WCHA/Big Money Futurities Host Hotels Giving Back to WCHA
WCHA/Big Money Futurities Host Hotels 2022 – APHA World Championship Halter Show Three hotels have agreed to give WCHA $10 for every night that is booked in our WCHA block of rooms! Reservations must be made through Dawn Falcon Causey for WCHA to get credit (See below for rates and amenities to choose your hotel). Please […]
Continue reading …Around the Rings Photos from The Madness
May 12, 2022 Comments Off on Around the Rings Photos from The Madness
Thanks to Gordon Downey for the candid photos from The Madness, going on right now at World Equestrian Center in Wilmington, Ohio. Best of luck to all these wonderful exhibitors, and thank you to staff, vendors, and sponsors for making The Madness the best it can be! Check back as we add more photos from […]
Continue reading …Charlie Sasser & Virdin Royse earn APHA Distinguished Service Awards
May 12, 2022 Comments Off on Charlie Sasser & Virdin Royse earn APHA Distinguished Service Awards
By Jessica Hein, PHJ APHA pillars Charlie Sasser and Virdin Royse are the newest recipients of the association’s distinguished service awards, presented in recognition of their lasting contributions to the Paint Horse community. APHA Distinguished Service Award: Charlie Sasser The APHA Distinguished Service Award will be presented on July 1 to Charlie Sasser, a lifetime […]
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It’s prom season, and Ella Blunt couldn’t resist getting prom photos with her horse, The Stride Guide. After all, horses are a girl’s best friend. Ella’s mom, Julia, sent us the photo, and she says he loves her kisses and he always closes his eyes! If you have a great photo or video of the […]
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