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New Study Investigates Obesity as Risk Factor For Asthma in Horses

June 25, 2021 Comments Off

Morris Animal Foundation-funded researchers at Texas A&M University are investigating the association between obesity and asthma in horses. If a link is identified, the findings will help improve our understanding, diagnosis and management of asthma, especially in obese equine patients.

EC Photo of the Day- Then and Now- Savanna Coleman

June 25, 2021 Comments Off

“I took my bridal portraits with my youth horse, whose name happens to be Lifetime Investment (perfect for the wedding!). I’ve shown him since he was three, starting in 2005, and I’m still showing him today at 19. The first picture is in 2006. He was four and I was 16. The second is from a […]

Behind the Scenes at NOQHA Summer Six Pack With Heather

June 24, 2021 Comments Off

Thanks to Heather Susan Duer for some fun snapshots from the NOQHA Summer Six Pack show. If you’d like to share your show photos, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.

Need a Rental Car For Your APHA World Show Trip? Discount Codes Included With Your APHA Membership

June 24, 2021 Comments Off

“I highly recommend using the APHA Xtras program for car rentals for the upcoming APHA World Championship Show for a stress-free trip.”

Insulin Resistance or Insulin Dysregulation?

June 24, 2021 Comments Off

Insulin resistance (IR) means the insulin-responsive cells — muscle, fat, liver — do not take up glucose normally in response to insulin. As a result, the pancreas puts out higher levels of insulin until the glucose blood levels normalize. This is one explanation for why blood insulin levels would be higher than normal.

Around the Rings NOQHA Summer Six Pack Circuit

June 24, 2021 Comments Off

Thanks to Deborah Chandler, we have great photos to share from the Northern Ohio Quarter Horse Association Summer Six Pack Circuit that took place June 16-20 at Findlay Western Farm. Stay tuned for show results coming soon. If you have great photos and results to share from a show in your neck of the woods, email […]

EC Photo of the Day- Then and Now- Rose Paxon

June 24, 2021 Comments Off

“Meet Rose Caroline Paxon. Then, in 2014, at age 12, with Principles Pine Chex, aka ‘Beau,’ her first American Quarter Horse at her first AQHA Show. Now, in 2021, at age 19, with her heart horse, Larks Awsome Credit, aka ‘Lenny.’ Lenny stole her heart in 2016. She and Lenny were Reserve Champion in Hunter […]

NSBA Info About Mailing Entries For World Show

June 23, 2021 Comments Off

NSBA News Thinking about mailing your entries? It is recommended that all mailed entries be sent certified mail, express mail or receipt required. NSBA is not responsible for lost or late entries. Once the NSBA office receives the entry it is considered an official entry. Emailed entries will also be accepted at entries@nsba.com or online […]

Emily Barnes Memorial Non Pro Western Pleasure Coming to PQHA Mid Summer Madness

June 23, 2021 Comments Off

An Equine Production The Emily Barnes Memorial Non Pro Western Pleasure class will be held at the PQHA Mid Summer Madness. There will be more than $3,700 in added money, prizes and a donation to St Jude Children’s Hospital. The Mid Summer Madness is scheduled for July 14-18 in Centre Hall, PA. Judges will be Sissy […]

All New AYA Team Challenge at Appaloosa Nationals and Youth World

June 23, 2021 Comments Off

ApHC news The AYA is excited to host their ALL NEW revamp of the team tournament! AYA Team Challenge Rules AYA Team Challenge Entry Form (Entry Deadline July 9!) PLUS Learn about the fun activities and theme days to expect at the show! CLICK HERE!