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EC Photo of the Day- Color Speaks to the Soul

January 17, 2022 Comments Off

“Mere color, unspoiled by meaning, and unallied with definite form, can speak to the soul in a thousand different ways. ” ― Oscar Wilde Thanks to Jordan Pike for sharing these super creative, equine portraits. (Note: The non-toxic powder and glitter used to create these images is animal safe and FD&C and D&C approved.) If […]

10 Things You Might Not Know About Equine Neurology

January 17, 2022 Comments Off

7. Horses that become drowsy and “catch” themselves before falling often suffer from sleep deprivation, not narcolepsy. Although horses can famously “sleep standing up,” they have to lie down to complete a full sleep cycle.

EC Photo of the Day- Reach New Heights

January 16, 2022 Comments Off

“The desire to fly is an idea handed down to us by our ancestors who… looked enviously on the birds soaring freely through space…”- Wilbur Wright Jenny Vidbel and Sully of Windham, New York are reaching new heights this weekend! If you have a great photo or video of the day, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com and you […]

Charitable Donation From Arizona Family Brings NSBA’s Heroes on Horses Program to Sun Circuit

January 16, 2022 Comments Off

“It is our vision that this financial support will bring additional awareness to the ‘Model of Inclusion’ the NSBA embodies by including Veterans who participate in therapeutic riding programs across the country. My husband, Bob, and I feel this is a small way our family can say thank you to the brave men and women whose service and sacrifice allows us the freedom to enjoy and love our show horses” said Ingrid Miller, exhibitor, and lifetime member of the NSBA.

EC Photo of the Day- Dream in Color

January 15, 2022 Comments Off

“Every sunset brings the promise of a new dawn.” ― Ralph Waldo Emerson

2022 APHA Youth World Games Return to Germany

January 15, 2022 Comments Off

After a postponement in 2020 and a virtual event in 2021, APHA is excited to announce the 2022 Youth World Games will take place August 21-25 during the European Paint Horse Championship in Kreuth, Germany.

Results From Fox Lea Farm Winter Circuit

January 14, 2022 Comments Off

Thanks to Mark Harrell Equine Marketing and Elite Horse Shows, we have results to share from the Fox Lea Farm Winter Circuit and NSBA Fun In The Sun Extravaganza. If you’d like to share your show’s results with The Equine Chronicle, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com. Results Scribe Sheets S/C1 Trail – Green Jr., Green Sr., Junior, Senior, […]

APHA/IEA Partnership Secures IEA Western Nationals at World Show Through 2025

January 14, 2022 Comments Off

“This is an important example of APHA’s commitment to the future,” APHA Executive Director Billy Smith said. “Along with hundreds of thousands of dollars paid out each year in scholarships, our relationship with IEA is the gold standard for Youth development.”

“Lady Gaga” Wins $25,000 Freestyle Reining at National Western Stock Show

January 14, 2022 Comments Off

Sharee Schwartzenberger of Longmont, Colorado won the $25,000 RAM Invitational Freestyle Reining championship at the 2022 National Western Stock Show aboard Walla Whiz Affair. Schwartzenberger wondered how to top her 2020 win with her rendition of Elton John. Her research pointed her towards the next most downloaded and over-the-top artist, Lady Gaga! The judges awarded her a total score of 231.5 for her to take home her share of the $25,000 prize.

EC Photo of the Day- New Love

January 14, 2022 Comments Off

Do you remember the first time you discovered horses? Thanks to Katie Wagner Show Horses for this beautiful shot that was taken at Rutherford Ranch. If you have a great photo or video to share, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com and you might see it featured right here or on our social media.