2021 NSBA Smart Point Payout Breaks Record- $56.26
February 10, 2022 Comments Off on 2021 NSBA Smart Point Payout Breaks Record- $56.26
In 2021, NSBA youth earned more than ever in the NSBA Smart Points program, with a record-breaking $56.26 per point!
Enrolling in NSBA Smart Points allows youth exhibitors to earn a dollar amount for every NSBA point earned.
Cushing’s Disease VS Metabolic Syndrome
February 10, 2022 Comments Off on Cushing’s Disease VS Metabolic Syndrome
A long hair coat is NOT a feature of the condition and tests of the pituitary function usually yield normal results. Furthermore, affected horses do not respond to medications which are frequently of benefit in cases of Cushing’s Disease.
Continue reading …2021 AQHA Top Money-Earning Ranching Heritage Breeder
February 10, 2022 Comments Off on 2021 AQHA Top Money-Earning Ranching Heritage Breeder
AQHA Ranching Heritage Breeder and AQHA Best Remuda winner, Wagonhound Land & Livestock, owned by Catherine and Art Nicholas, bred earners of $18,339.50, securing the title for the third year in a row. In recognition of the achievement, Wagonhound Land & Livestock will receive a certificate for a Don Rich Saddlery saddle.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- Flexible Approach
February 10, 2022 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- Flexible Approach
“Stay committed to your decisions, but stay flexible in your approach.”- Tony Robbins If you have a great photo or video of the day, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com for the opportunity to be featured on www.EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …Judges Named For 2022 VRH World Show
February 9, 2022 Comments Off on Judges Named For 2022 VRH World Show
“Our goal is to put together a talented and respected slate of judges each year,” said Patti Carter, AQHA senior director of judges. “We look forward to the excellent competition at this year’s show and highlighting our ranch-bred American Quarter Horses.”
Continue reading …Ranch Work Championships Returns to Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo
February 9, 2022 Comments Off on Ranch Work Championships Returns to Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo
To incentivize this year’s competition, Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo added an additional $2,400 in prize money. Awards for the Ranch Work Championships are presented in a three-division payout structure, with all-around awards offered to the highest overall-placing exhibitors across all events in each division. APHA also recognized the top-placing Paint Horse with a special award.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- Awe and Wonder
February 9, 2022 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- Awe and Wonder
“A child’s world is fresh and new and beautiful, full of wonder and excitement. It is our misfortune that for most of us that clear-eyed vision, that true instinct for what is beautiful and awe-inspiring, is dimmed and even lost before we reach adulthood.” – Rachel Carson Peyton Martini and Lego My Martini. Photo provided […]
Continue reading …Western Pleasure and Roping Worlds Come Together With a Special, Little Stallion- Lil Rick E
February 9, 2022 Comments Off on Western Pleasure and Roping Worlds Come Together With a Special, Little Stallion- Lil Rick E
The ladies at BSB Quarter Horses, Shelley and Kim Donovan, are excited about a very special horse that has come out of their program recently. His name is Lil Rick E, and the 2020 colt is the first foal by their celebrated stallion, Too Sleepy To Zip, that they’ve kept a colt in quite some time.
Continue reading …Sugar Does Not Cause Equine Metabolic Syndrome
February 8, 2022 Comments Off on Sugar Does Not Cause Equine Metabolic Syndrome
It’s easy to see where the idea came from. When a horse/pony/donkey has metabolic syndrome it is very important to limit the sugar and starch in the diet. Starch is digested to glucose before being absorbed. The higher the intake, the higher the animal’s insulin levels will go and the higher the laminitis risk.
Continue reading …$50,000 Available for Research Investigating Interactions of Horses on Humans Who Have Experienced Trauma
February 8, 2022 Comments Off on $50,000 Available for Research Investigating Interactions of Horses on Humans Who Have Experienced Trauma
All proposals undergo a four-tier review process completed by the Scientific Advisory Council. Preference will be given to investigators with solid credentials and research experience. The maximum award is $50,000 for up to eighteen months. The winning proposal will have scientific merit, scientific and clinical significance, and relevance.
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