President Trump Signs First Federal Anti-Cruelty Statute Into Law
December 20, 2019 Comments Off on President Trump Signs First Federal Anti-Cruelty Statute Into Law
“We have a responsibility to honor the dignity of God’s creation,” said President Donald J. Trump. “With today’s act, we take the critical step toward being more responsible and humane stewards of our planet and all who we want to cherish and take care of, and all of those who live on it.”
Continue reading …Check Out AQHA’s Newly Approved Safety Lead For Halter- Jan. 1st, 2020
December 17, 2019 Comments Off on Check Out AQHA’s Newly Approved Safety Lead For Halter- Jan. 1st, 2020
Beginning January 1, 2020, a soft/flexible nonabrasive protective leather/leather-like covered chain may be used, in addition to the currently approved lip cord, in designated halter classes.
Continue reading …Amid Impeachment Proceedings, U.S. Reps Join Together to Discuss Controversial Wild Horse Plan
December 16, 2019 Comments Off on Amid Impeachment Proceedings, U.S. Reps Join Together to Discuss Controversial Wild Horse Plan
The House and Senate versions of the Interior-Environment appropriations bill – which are currently being reconciled – each include funding for an untested pilot project that calls for a dramatic increase in roundups and removals. The House bill provides $6 million in additional funding for the program while the Senate bill provides $35 million, and each bill includes report language calling for a total removal of 130,000 horses over the next decade.
Continue reading …2020 AQHA Rulebook Now Available Online and in Print
December 11, 2019 Comments Off on 2020 AQHA Rulebook Now Available Online and in Print
The AQHA Official Handbook of Rules and Regulations is now available online as a free PDF at www.aqha.com/aqha-rulebook. The printed rulebook can be purchased for $5 through the AQH Store at www.aqhstore.com.
Continue reading …USEF Bans Medroxyprogesterone Acetate, “Depo,” in Horses- Effective Dec. 1st
December 5, 2019 Comments Off on USEF Bans Medroxyprogesterone Acetate, “Depo,” in Horses- Effective Dec. 1stStarting December 1, 2019, MPA in horses competing at USEF-licensed competitions will be prohibited. However, due to the length of time involved for MPA to clear a horse’s system, sanctions for a positive test result will begin on June 1, 2020. The USEF has classified MPA as a Category III substance which has a penalty range starting at a 3-6 month suspension and a fine of $3,000-$6,000 for a first offense.
Continue reading …Quarter Horse Congress Announces New Dates for 2020
November 17, 2019 Comments Off on Quarter Horse Congress Announces New Dates for 2020
The All American Quarter Horse Congress has announced their new dates for the 2020 show. The event will take place one week earlier than it has in the past. The show will take place September 29th- October 25th. Stay tuned for more information about the change.
Continue reading …In Loving Memory of HP Primetime (2014-2019)
November 5, 2019 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of HP Primetime (2014-2019)
Sometimes, they’re taken away before their time, and we don’t understand why. That was certainly the case with HP Primetime, the 5-year-old AQHA gelding belonging to Kaleena Weakly that was laid to rest following the Quarter Horse Congress this year.
Continue reading …AQHA Modifies “Safety Lead” Rule For Halter Competition
November 4, 2019 Comments Off on AQHA Modifies “Safety Lead” Rule For Halter Competition
The American Quarter Horse Association Executive Committee approved the use of a safety lead, which is defined as a leather/leather-like covered chain, in addition to the currently approved lip cord, in designated halter classes beginning January 1, 2020.
Continue reading …$50,000+ Raised For Carney Performance Horses Following Devastating Fire; Auction Scheduled
November 1, 2019 Comments Off on $50,000+ Raised For Carney Performance Horses Following Devastating Fire; Auction Scheduled
On October 26th, a fire broke out at Carney Performance Horses in Rome, Georgia. Sadly, the fire spread so quickly that the entire barn, apartment, and all 19 horses inside perished within minutes. The only animals saved were a dog and miniature pony. Trainer, Blake Carney, and his partner lived in an apartment located above the barn, so their home and all belongings were lost as well.
Continue reading …AQHA Announces Potential Relocation to Fort Worth
October 31, 2019 Comments Off on AQHA Announces Potential Relocation to Fort Worth
Yesterday, the Fort Worth City Council approved a 50-year ground lease for the American Quarter Horse Foundation. This action by the Fort Worth City Council does not mean AQHA has made a definitive commitment to relocate. This is only a step in the process of the possibility of a move. There is no timeline for construction or relocation, as relocation is not guaranteed at this point. It’s important to understand that a move is not imminent and there is no plan for future staffing changes.
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