Remembering Carol Harris – A Fearless Horsewoman
January 3, 2022 Comments Off on Remembering Carol Harris – A Fearless Horsewoman
On August 7, 2021, the horse world lost a vibrant member with the passing of Carol Harris at the age of 98. To say she used every single one of those years to the fullest would be an understatement. Harris was a fearless horsewoman who loved her family, friends, dogs, and horses. Harris transformed the Quarter Horse world with her famous stallion, Rugged Lark, and helped mentor and inspire countless horsemen through the years. She was passionate about breeding for quality in both her beloved Thoroughbreds and Quarter Horses, and the influence from Bo-Bett Farm in Reddick, Florida will be felt for generations.
Continue reading …Happy New Year! Tips For Successful Goal Setting
January 1, 2022 Comments Off on Happy New Year! Tips For Successful Goal Setting
The difference between a dream and a goal is having a plan that will take you there. In order for goals to be successful, they need to be specific and measurable.
Continue reading …Bringing the FUN Back to Horse Shows
January 1, 2022 Comments Off on Bringing the FUN Back to Horse Shows
What’s the meaning of fun? It seems like an easy question. Fun is enjoyable, amusing, or entertaining.
We can all say we have fun at horse shows because we enjoy the people, the horses, and striving to reach goals. We’re entertained by watching others compete in classes and swapping stories around the stalls.
In what has become a yearly tradition, we like to dive into the statistics to find out which stories have been the most widely read on EquineChronicle.com for the year. Like in years past, the stories in this Top 10 run the gamut from show coverage and magazine articles on notable exhibitors to memorials, hot topics, and breaking news.
Continue reading …What’s the Last Thing You Do Before You Go in the Show Pen?
December 30, 2021 Comments Off on What’s the Last Thing You Do Before You Go in the Show Pen?
A last swipe of lipstick, a boot shine, one more coat of fly spray. What’s the ONE thing you simply MUST do before you enter the show pen to compete with your horse?
Continue reading …Kevin Dukes – Horse Training Pure and Simple
December 30, 2021 Comments Off on Kevin Dukes – Horse Training Pure and Simple
Kevin Dukes, owner of Dukes Performance Horses in Weatherford, Texas, has forged a reputation for producing consistent winners at the highest level of competition in a wide variety of disciplines. His clients know that, in addition to ensuring they and their horses are well-prepared for every competition, Dukes also makes sure they will have fun along the way.
Continue reading …Checking Under the Hood- Role of Neurological Evaluations in Pre-Purchase Examinations
December 29, 2021 Comments Off on Checking Under the Hood- Role of Neurological Evaluations in Pre-Purchase Examinations
Buying a horse can be a lot like buying a car; both are significant investments. Regardless of the sticker price, it’s a good idea to take a peek under the hood before you drive off the lot. A pre-purchase examination (PPE, or “vet check”) can be minimal or extensive, but it should always include a neurological evaluation.
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“You may notice horses often turn to view an object they are afraid of with their left eye,” said Merkies. “They often step on or off a trailer with the left front leg first.”
Continue reading …From the Publisher – Teach Your Children Well
December 28, 2021 Comments Off on From the Publisher – Teach Your Children Well
As I get older, the seasons seem to change more quickly…winter becomes spring…spring becomes summer…summer becomes fall, etc. Summer used to mark the true beginning of the major show season. The Paint World Show, the Appaloosa National Show, as well as the AQHA Youth World Show lead into the Congress and World Show events. Now, it seems, January marks the start of the show season and the youth show scene is at the forefront. The kids are showing year-round in their quest for major awards. The numbers at the winter shows continue to swell as the foundation of our sport comes calling at shows across the country.
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We all have stories about the horses who helped mold us into the riders we are today. Maybe they were the difficult mounts, the patient souls, or the kind hearts who helped us learn skills and overcome obstacles.
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