CA Residents Concerned Gas Leak May Be Negatively Affecting Pets, Horses in Area
January 21, 2016 Comments Off on CA Residents Concerned Gas Leak May Be Negatively Affecting Pets, Horses in Area
One horse owner is concerned the methane and fumes may be the cause of her Quarter Horse mare’s sudden and unexplained nosebleeds.
Continue reading …Under the Gavel Again: Rita Crundwell Assets Up for Sale, May Be Last Opportunity to Buy
January 19, 2016 Comments Off on Under the Gavel Again: Rita Crundwell Assets Up for Sale, May Be Last Opportunity to Buy
The current online auction runs through Feb. 2 at www.txauction.com. Items for sale include jewelry, show and riding clothing, nine horse-show belt-buckle awards, cowboy boots, horse equipment, a Viking stainless steel grill, household items, artworks and a Yamaha scooter.
Continue reading …Changes to APHA World Show Point Allocation Starting in 2016
January 19, 2016 Comments Off on Changes to APHA World Show Point Allocation Starting in 2016
The APHA Executive Committee moved to continue awarding points at the APHA World Championship Shows but will no longer count those points toward Breeders’ Trust payouts and year-end award standings.
Continue reading …In the Heart of Horse Country, TX- Clark’s BBQ Burns to the Ground
January 18, 2016 Comments Off on In the Heart of Horse Country, TX- Clark’s BBQ Burns to the Ground
For those who have made the journey to the Aubrey/Pilot Point/Weatherford/Tioga area you will have fond memories of the restaurant walls covered with old photos and historic memorabilia that celebrate the area’s rich history in the horse industry.
Continue reading …BIG CHANGES- Modifications Approved to AQHA Stewards Program
January 14, 2016 Comments Off on BIG CHANGES- Modifications Approved to AQHA Stewards Program
A change is coming to American Quarter Horse Association competitions, as modifications to the AQHA stewards program roll out in 2016. Under these modifications, stewards will now be assigned to specific regions, will no longer be permitted to actively show in AQHA competition and will be required to attend steward seminars to expand their knowledge on animal welfare.
Continue reading …Woman Allegedly Practices as Vet Without a License
January 8, 2016 Comments Off on Woman Allegedly Practices as Vet Without a License
Smith allegedly deceived her clients into allowing her to medically treating their animals by telling them that she had attended the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine and was licensed by the state of New Jersey to practice veterinary medicine there.
Continue reading …Rain Delays Much of 2016 Arizona Sun Circuit Schedule
January 7, 2016 Comments Off on Rain Delays Much of 2016 Arizona Sun Circuit Schedule
Due to a series of heavy rainstorms in Scottsdale, Sun Circuit management has made schedule changes to best utilize the facilities and allow time for arenas to dry out. Please note, we have two contingencies depending on the conditions.
Continue reading …$15.4 Million in Renovations Unveiled at Will Rogers in Fort Worth Yesterday
January 6, 2016 Comments Off on $15.4 Million in Renovations Unveiled at Will Rogers in Fort Worth Yesterday
Among the renovations include the improved Cattle Barn 2 and new 300-foot long Tower Promenade.
Continue reading …Horrific Barn Fire Claims Lives of 40+ Canadian Horses
January 6, 2016 Comments Off on Horrific Barn Fire Claims Lives of 40+ Canadian Horses
Guelph, Ontario, Fire Department Deputy Chief John Osborne said firefighters from the all-volunteer Puslinch Fire Department responded to a barn fire at Classy Lane Stables Training Centre in Puslinch on Jan. 4.
Continue reading …Congress Passes a Number of Bills That Will Affect Horse Industry
January 5, 2016 Comments Off on Congress Passes a Number of Bills That Will Affect Horse Industry
“These provisions benefit racing and everyone who is in the horse business. Importantly, horse businesses, breeders, and farms can now make long term plans to take advantage of these tax provisions instead of just hoping Congress will extend them for one year, as has been the case recently,” continued Hickey.
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