Research Reveals Owning a Pet Dog Could Prevent Suicide in Autistic Adults
December 17, 2021 Comments Off on Research Reveals Owning a Pet Dog Could Prevent Suicide in Autistic Adults
Depression and anxiety are the leading mental health issues experienced by autistic people and suicide is a leading cause of premature death among these individuals. This is linked to numerous factors including a lack of support. The study, published in Scientific Reports, suggests that having a dog could greatly improve the well-being of many autistic adults and assist suicide prevention strategies in this high-risk group.
Continue reading …NSBA Announces Changes to Riders List
December 17, 2021 Comments Off on NSBA Announces Changes to Riders List
The NSBA Riders List represents the achievement of NSBA Members as they relate to each division. The lists do not include all members eligible for a particular division. Instead, they list the individuals that would not be allowed to show in the lower divisions of each event.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- All Decked Out
December 17, 2021 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- All Decked Out
Check out this adorable photo of Paint Me Lazy, aka “Clyde,” with his best buddy, Wayne, and Gabrielle Bradway. Photo by Karen Jasinski and KJ Photography. If you have a great photo or video to share, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com for the chance to be featured on www.EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …Such a Trooper- Overcoming a Lifetime of Obstacles
December 17, 2021 Comments Off on Such a Trooper- Overcoming a Lifetime of Obstacles
“After the initial shock and sadness wore off, I was determined to get us back in the show ring. I just told myself that I was his eyes and we started our re-training from there.”
Continue reading …Santa’s Veterinarian Give Reindeer Green Light For Christmas Flight
December 16, 2021 Comments Off on Santa’s Veterinarian Give Reindeer Green Light For Christmas Flight
While unavailable for comment due to his busy work schedule, Santa issued a statement, saying, “Without my reindeer there simply would be no Christmas. Proper veterinary care ensures that, year in and year out, my team and I can safely deliver presents to boys and girls around the world. Dr. Arce has definitely earned his place on my ‘nice list’ this year.”
“Ho ho ho,” Santa added.
Continue reading …Pattern Books For Florida Winter Shows
December 16, 2021 Comments Off on Pattern Books For Florida Winter Shows
An Equine Production has released pattern books for the Florida winter shows. Florida Gold Coast- Dec. 27-31, 2021- Pattern Book Florida Gulf Coast- Jan. 2-7, 2022- Pattern Book For more information about both events, visit AnEquineProduction.com.
Continue reading …APHA/WCHA Halter Million- A Million Reasons to Head to Fort Worth in September 2022
December 16, 2021 Comments Off on APHA/WCHA Halter Million- A Million Reasons to Head to Fort Worth in September 2022
The APHA/WCHA Halter Million—formerly the Lone Star Gathering—will feature a one-stop shop for exciting competition for Paint Horse halter exhibitors, featuring all APHA world championship and Breeders’ Futurity halter classes, as well as the World Conformation Horse Association’s Breeder’s Championship and Big Money Halter Futurities. All told, the September 2022 event will feature payouts worth more than $1 million to halter exhibitors.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- Ready For Christmas
December 16, 2021 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- Ready For Christmas
Is it possible that Christmas wreaths were originally created for the sole purpose of hanging around the necks of beautiful horses? If you have a great Christmas themed horse photo, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com to share and you might see it featured on www.EquineChronicle.com. Photo Credit: Corrin Hunt Photography (An Awesome Darkness)
Continue reading …NSBA Expands Heroes on Horses Program With Charitable Donation From Arizona Family
December 16, 2021 Comments Off on NSBA Expands Heroes on Horses Program With Charitable Donation From Arizona Family
The National Snaffle Bit Association has announced a 3-year commitment from the Bob and Ingrid Miller Family that will allow the Heroes on Horses program to expand as part of the 2022- 2024 Sun Circuit Quarter Horse show in Scottsdale, AZ.
Continue reading …The Sams Family and DISNEY Give Gift of Round Pens to UF Equine Students
December 15, 2021 Comments Off on The Sams Family and DISNEY Give Gift of Round Pens to UF Equine Students
Over the past year, Kim and Danny Sams and The Walt Disney Company Foundation Matching Gift program have created a new opportunity for animal sciences students specializing in equine science to learn and grow in a hands-on learning environment at the UF/IFAS Department of Animal Sciences Horse Teaching Unit (HTU) in Gainesville, FL.
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