There are exciting things happening at Three Nails Ranch in Cisco, Texas. This past year, Billy and Suzonne Franks welcomed trainers Kelley Stone and multiple Congress Champion and AQHA World Champion Adam Wainscott to join forces with them at their magnificent 1,600-acre ranch. The addition of these two exceptional trainers, who will be accepting outside horses for training, allows the Franks to expand the services offered at their Halter breeding, training, and sales operation.
Continue reading …Who Signs A Liability Release at Your Facility?
June 14, 2019 Comments Off on Who Signs A Liability Release at Your Facility?
Stables and riding instructors often require their customers and guests to sign liability waiver/release documents. Who signs them? Children? Adults accompanying children (not parents or legal guardians)?
Continue reading …Living in the Lap of Equestrian Luxury – Upscale Assisted Living
June 12, 2019 Comments Off on Living in the Lap of Equestrian Luxury – Upscale Assisted Living
Upon entrance to the main dining hall, visitors are greeted by a high-arched interior flooded with light, supported by massive wood beams that give the feeling of a grand equestrian estate. If there was any doubt as to the inspiration behind the design of this property, the vintage saddles, velvet hunt caps, and horse show ribbons that adorn the living spaces confirm a decidedly equestrian vibe.
Continue reading …Jennifer Paul – AQHA’s First Female Leading Open Exhibitor
June 6, 2019 Comments Off on Jennifer Paul – AQHA’s First Female Leading Open Exhibitor
Recently named AQHA’s Leading Open Exhibitor for 2018, Jennifer Paul made history as the first woman to earn the title. Not only that, but she did so with an impressive 948.5 points accumulated throughout the year aboard a variety of horses, putting her name among industry greats.
Continue reading …New Ventures – Three Exciting Partnerships Launch in 2019
June 4, 2019 Comments Off on New Ventures – Three Exciting Partnerships Launch in 2019
Life is all about change. Those who not only embrace it, but who kindle the spark of transformation, and take one more step toward fulfilling their dreams. Three newly formed teams have begun their latest and varied journeys towards achieving some big goals in 2019.
Continue reading …2019 IBHA Convention Sees Busy Agenda
May 28, 2019 Comments Off on 2019 IBHA Convention Sees Busy Agenda
International Buckskin Horse Association recently hosted its 2019 convention and annual awards banquet March 14-16 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and saw a busy agenda throughout the weekend that included new class offerings and a new division to the association’s registry. “IBHA saw one of its largest conventions in recent history,” noted Deanna O’Keefe, IBHA office manager. “We had members actively participating in discussions throughout the convention and a large crowd for our annual awards banquet. We’re looking forward to a great show season in 2019!”
Continue reading …Form to Function – WCHA Introduces New Versatility Classes
May 24, 2019 Comments Off on Form to Function – WCHA Introduces New Versatility Classes
When you think about a Halter horse, what first comes to mind? Striking beauty? Finely chiseled muscles? Versatility? If that last description doesn’t immediately come to mind, there’s a reason. It might be because, somewhere in the continuous improvement of the elite Halter horse, the focus on how these horses with great conformation can perform was lost.
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During the past 3 decades, research has shed light on many genetic diseases in horses, including several defects in Quarter Horses and other breeds that have utilized Quarter Horse bloodlines. Some of these diseases cropped up in recent years, originating from mutations in individuals that were ancestors of some of today’s popular animals, and the new trait was perpetuated in numerous offspring.
Continue reading …Sunshine & Luxury – The World Equestrian Center Comes to Ocala
May 17, 2019 Comments Off on Sunshine & Luxury – The World Equestrian Center Comes to Ocala
It’s probably one of the most anticipated equestrian facility openings, not only in Florida, but across the nation. Promises of equine and human accommodations, the likes of which haven’t been seen before, have tantalized exhibitors and vendors alike since the project was first announced in 2017. The World Equestrian Center in Wilmington, Ohio has played host to many prestigious equestrian events and, starting in 2021, its southern twin, the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, Florida, will carry on as one of the premier show facilities in the country, if not the world.
Continue reading …Across the Border & From Abroad – Foreign Workers Face Hurdles
May 13, 2019 Comments Off on Across the Border & From Abroad – Foreign Workers Face Hurdles
Behind the much-publicized issue of immigration stands a frequently overlooked population that imparts considerable influence on our hobby: the non-citizen workers who have a desire to be part of the horse industry here in the United States. Whatever your viewpoint on the complex topic of immigration, there’s no doubt that apprentice or guest workers are responsible for many of the behind-the-scenes tasks that turn horses into champions.
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