ADM Alliance Nutrition Releases Statement Regarding Alleged Horse Feed Incident in SC
January 8, 2015 Comments Off on ADM Alliance Nutrition Releases Statement Regarding Alleged Horse Feed Incident in SC
Following the sad news in December about the Florida-based horse farm that lost several horses due to contaminated feed, news of another potential incident has been circulating, this time in South Carolina. ADM Alliance Nutrition released a written statement this week regarding the allegations of feed contamination. “ADM Alliance Nutrition is aware of the recent […]
Continue reading …They’re Back! USEF Announces Helmet Cameras No Longer Prohibited
January 6, 2015 Comments Off on They’re Back! USEF Announces Helmet Cameras No Longer Prohibited
Would you ever use a helmet camera during a training session or competition? Do you think it might compromise the safety of a horse and its rider? Does it depend more on discipline?
Continue reading …Frozen Semen From Late Stallion Skys Blue Boy Will be Released to Select Mares in 2015
December 18, 2014 Comments Off on Frozen Semen From Late Stallion Skys Blue Boy Will be Released to Select Mares in 2015
Although deceased, the demand for Sky Blue Boy’s frozen semen has been great and after careful consideration, the Monacos have decided to release the semen to approved mares in 2015.
Continue reading …Four Horse Deaths Blamed on Tainted Feed, FL Stable Preparing to Lose Last 18 Horses That Also Ingested
December 16, 2014 Comments Off on Four Horse Deaths Blamed on Tainted Feed, FL Stable Preparing to Lose Last 18 Horses That Also Ingested
Incredibly sad news is coming out of Florida this week as the fourth in a string of horse deaths connected to recalled feed manufactured by Lakeland Animal Nutrition, Inc. was announced. All four of the horses that have died were confirmed to have ingested feed tainted with an antibiotic [monensin] commonly used in cattle feed but […]
Continue reading …AQHA Announces Zero-Tolerance Policy on Clenbuterol
December 15, 2014 Comments Off on AQHA Announces Zero-Tolerance Policy on Clenbuterol
“The misuse of medications at the hands of a few, to the detriment of the many honest people in our industry, is one of the major issues we are dealing with today,” said AQHA Vice President Don Treadway Jr.
Continue reading …Legislation to Stop Practice of Horse Soring Meets Roadblock in US Senate
December 10, 2014 Comments Off on Legislation to Stop Practice of Horse Soring Meets Roadblock in US SenateLegislation to stop the cruel and illegal practice of “soring” – one of the most broadly supported bills in Congress with 60 Senate cosponsors and 308 House cosponsors – has been blocked by at least one Republican Senator, preventing movement on the legislation until the “hold” is lifted.
Continue reading …NCEA Head Coaches Return From 2-Day Strategy Session About Preserving Collegiate Equestrian NCAA Status
December 4, 2014 Comments Off on NCEA Head Coaches Return From 2-Day Strategy Session About Preserving Collegiate Equestrian NCAA Status
“Equestrian is changing and we have the opportunity to become mainstream,” NCEA President Meghan Cunningham said. “From its long history as an Olympic sport to tremendous growth seen in our youth numbers to recent coverage on ESPN, the sport is growing. We leave Dallas knowledgeable of the challenges ahead but also focused and driven for success.”
Continue reading …NEW Withdrawal Period for Intra-articular Injections and Shock Wave Therapy in Competition Horses
December 4, 2014 Comments Off on NEW Withdrawal Period for Intra-articular Injections and Shock Wave Therapy in Competition Horses
If you’re one of those competitors who’s made a trip to the show vet the day or two before a big class to have your horse’s hocks, knee, fetlock, pastern, navicular, or coffin joints injected, those days are long gone. At least, four days gone to be specific.
Continue reading …Qualifying Points Announced For 2015 AQHA World Shows
December 2, 2014 Comments Off on Qualifying Points Announced For 2015 AQHA World Shows
Starting at the 2015 AQHA World Show, Level 2 classes will be offered and Level 2 entries will be eligible to win Level 2 championship titles. Level 2 classes will be offered in a one-go-round format. Awards for Level 2 will be awarded after each preliminary.
Continue reading …APHA Show Lease Program Comes Into Effect January 2015
November 26, 2014 Comments Off on APHA Show Lease Program Comes Into Effect January 2015
Leasing is designed to allow Amateurs and Youth showing at APHA-approved events to establish ownership eligibility on a horse that they do not own. Once a lease has been submitted and processed, the horse and rider team may begin their showing adventure.
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