BY ELEANOR WATSON, CBS News The Army is extending the suspension of horses leading caissons during funerals at Arlington National Cemetery through June 2024 due to their health. The initial pause, which began in May, for the caisson platoon was scheduled to last 45 days. But during that time, veterinarians recommended significantly extending the pause to a […]
Continue reading …Palm Equestrian Academy In 2019 The Dressage Foundation became home to the Lynn Palm Western Dressage Fund. The Fund awards educational grants to allow equestrian groups to host affordable, high-quality Western dressage educational events (clinics, camps, symposia, etc.) with a clinician of their choice. The amount of the grants varies depending on the need and […]
Continue reading …Haygain We are rooting hard for the raging Central Canada wildfires to subside soon. Sadly, the smoke they emit travels far and will linger long after the fires are contained. This Smoke Coping Strategies blog was written during California fires in 2020, but the tips for keeping yourself and your horse healthy remain spot-on. Horses show signs similar […]
Continue reading …“If you enjoy the small things in life, like heat and A/C controls or auto-dimming mirrors, then you should know 2023 AHF Inductee Fred T. Bauer!” says the Automotive Hall of Fame. If his name sounds familiar, it’s because you already know the name of accomplished AQHA and APHA equestrians, Michelle Bauer and Sheila Bauer, […]
Continue reading …Breyer In-Person or Virtual, the “Hybrid” Event Unites Breyer Model Horse and Horse Lovers Worldwide From equine stars to “pony cars,” BreyerFest: DRIVING FORWARD is the fast track to family fun with something for everyone. The annual celebration returns to the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, July 14-16, 2023. A mecca for Breyer model horses, the real horses that […]
Continue reading …“Bidding is Open for a fancy AQHA gelding offered by the Walquist family. This 3-year-old gelding, Shootin Strait, by Mechanic was bred, raised and trained by Bruce Walquist,” announces Mike Jennings of Professional Horse Services, LLC, host for the auction. “ALL PROCEEDS go to the Walquist Family. Auction services, radiographs, sale preparation and advertising have […]
Continue reading …It is not the beauty of a building you should look at; it’s the construction of the foundation that will stand the test of time. – David Allan Coe By Delores Kuhlwein A good foundation is highly regarded as building blocks for success, and even for equestrians, that solid base is a must-have. 4‑H […]
Continue reading …The sudden death of beloved Veterinarian Kathleen Lennon on March 13, 2023, shocked and saddened the horse community. To honor her memory and to benefit future veterinarians, in addition to raising awareness about causes like Not One More Vet, a scholarship was established in her name at the Purdue College of Veterinary Medicine. As they […]
Continue reading …American Horse Council The growth of podcasts brings a world of education, storytelling and laughs to millions of people every single day. The Horse Radio Network, an entity of the Equine Network, has cornered the market in terms of offering a variety of horse-related podcasts to offer all horse enthusiasts. It is for that reason why […]
Continue reading …By Delores Kuhlwein Imagine a place where you can leave your invaluable show horse in the hands of other horsemen who understand exactly what you expect. This is a place where your horse can access cutting edge breeding services accompanied by high-end care that includes grooming, fitness and conditioning, with round-the-clock care and access to […]
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