Harris Leather and Silverworks Announce $5,000 Harris Challenge Coming to 2018 QH Congress
July 18, 2018 Comments Off on Harris Leather and Silverworks Announce $5,000 Harris Challenge Coming to 2018 QH Congress
The winning rider of the following five classes will receive an additional $1,000 if they’re riding in a Harris saddle!
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- Unicorn Horse Breeders Association
July 18, 2018 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- Unicorn Horse Breeders Association
What do horse people do when, #1- They haven’t been to a horse show in a while and they’re bored, #2- Want to prank their best friend, #3- It’s Wednesday, why not buy a giant, inflatable unicorn?!
Continue reading …PHBA World Show Blog With Allison Hinson
July 18, 2018 Comments Off on PHBA World Show Blog With Allison Hinson
One of the many fun events is the Ice Cream Social on Wednesday after the show sponsored by the PHBA Amateur organization. You also can wake up with caffeine daily from the Coffee Mobile and beat the heat with all-you-can-eat snow cones while waiting to see if you won the raffle for a Bob’s saddle or Kathy bridle among other fabulous donated items. The ever-popular Amateur Team Tournament runs throughout the entire show. Exhibitors from all over the country are randomly selected to form teams, which, in turn, form lasting bonds.
Continue reading …#BestBuckeyeEver is Underway and Crowning Big Money Champions
July 18, 2018 Comments Off on #BestBuckeyeEver is Underway and Crowning Big Money Champions
The Open Division Champion was Brianna Merklin winning $800. Reserve was Cora Wyers winning $300. In the Rookie Division, Abby Wirick won $800 and Matthew Siefker was Reserve winning $300.
Continue reading …Twin Births Account For 30% of Abortion Rates in Horses
July 18, 2018 Comments Off on Twin Births Account For 30% of Abortion Rates in Horses
Early detection is key. Twin pregnancies can be detected between 13 and 15 days of gestation when the embryonic vesicles are still mobile and can be managed by the Equine reproductive veterinarian. After 16 to 17 days, the success rate of reducing the twins to one viable singleton varies.
Continue reading …Results and Photo from 2018 Little Buckeye
July 18, 2018 Comments Off on Results and Photo from 2018 Little Buckeye
The Little Buckeye just concluded in Wilmington, Ohio, July 13-15, and thanks to show management, we have results to share. The Buckeye Classic is now underway, July 17-22. Click on the links below to view complete results from the Little Buckeye and NSBA results from the start of the Buckeye Classic. Thanks to Emma Brown […]
Continue reading …Can You Have a DIY Horse and Compete Successfully at the Majors?
July 18, 2018 Comments Off on Can You Have a DIY Horse and Compete Successfully at the Majors?
“My family has experienced some preconceived notions because of the fact that we do it ourselves. When we first went out on our own, a few people didn’t think we were capable of maintaining our horses. I believe this was due to the common misconception that, in this industry, you need a well-known professional behind you in order to do well.”
Continue reading …Color Choice Futurity Kicks Off First Leg at ABRA World Championship Show Next Week
July 17, 2018 Comments Off on Color Choice Futurity Kicks Off First Leg at ABRA World Championship Show Next Week
“With the long wait period to raise and train performance horses before they get to the show pen, we have structured the CCF program to better fit the needs of our owners and exhibitors. We have eliminated the Mare Nominations and Weanling Nominations.”
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There is also a change in the angle of the chewing surface which reduces the force of chewing. Although not investigated in horses, ageing can result in decrease in stomach acid production and pancreatic digestive enzyme activity. Older horses also often have reduced numbers and diversity of microorganisms in their intestinal tract.
Continue reading …Halter Bonanza Continues at AQHA World Through 2020- $453,000 Over 3 Years
July 17, 2018 Comments Off on Halter Bonanza Continues at AQHA World Through 2020- $453,000 Over 3 Years
“Our sponsors decided to continue their sponsorships and donate to the amateur and open halter classes at the Lucas Oil World over the next three years,” said Pete Kyle, AQHA chief show officer. “Steve and Kathy Headley are donating $150,000 and Gary and Linda Gordon are also donating $150,000, while Terry and Tammy Bradshaw have donated $153,000, totaling $453,000 over the next three years!”
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