The three-year-old stallion by Its A Southern Thing and out of Pretty Assets certainly lives up to his name with stunning looks, sweet disposition, and moves to match. “Vance” was bred by Gumz Farms as an embryo from the Congress and World Champion mare, Pretty Assets, which was obtained from Meghan Tierney.
Continue reading …Merry Christmas From The Equine Chronicle!
December 25, 2021 Comments Off on Merry Christmas From The Equine Chronicle!
Whether you plan to unwrap presents with your family, enjoy a great holiday feast, or spend some time with your beloved horses, we hope your Christmas celebration is filled with love, laughter, and peace.
Continue reading …Christmas Eve in the Stable: Gordon’s Tale of Talking Horses
December 24, 2021 Comments Off on Christmas Eve in the Stable: Gordon’s Tale of Talking Horses
My mother said, “You know, he only has one minute to speak all year. Don’t you think it might be a good idea to see what he has to say?”
Continue reading …Continuing to Drive Change- AQHA Year in Review
December 23, 2021 Comments Off on Continuing to Drive Change- AQHA Year in Review
As an association of horsemen and -women, your contributions matter to the American Quarter Horse Association. We are a member-driven organization and because of you, we’ve had a successful year in 2021.
Continue reading …A Wedding Dress With a New Purpose
December 22, 2021 Comments Off on A Wedding Dress With a New Purpose
“At first, Judith was super nervous and thought I was crazy! But I told her not to worry. I said, ‘I promise this will work.’ It couldn’t have turned out any more perfect!”
Continue reading …FPHC Holiday Classic/Ugly Sweater Extravaganza Huge Hit in Ocala
December 21, 2021 Comments Off on FPHC Holiday Classic/Ugly Sweater Extravaganza Huge Hit in Ocala
“I would like to take a moment to thank all the FPHC board, officers, and show committee. Without these volunteers, shows like these would never happen,” Show Manager Amanda Palmer says.
Continue reading …In Loving Memory of Industry Icon, Linda Gordon
December 20, 2021 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of Industry Icon, Linda Gordon
We are saddened to share the news that one of our friends, and an icon in the Halter horse industry across all breeds, Linda Gordon, has passed away. The support, knowledge, and enthusiasm that she and her late husband, Gary, provided to the horse industry through their carefully cultivated breeding program, generous sponsorship of events, and involvement in futurities is incalculable.
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“I won this buckle in 2017 with my old show horse, Made Just Right. It was our first major win, and it still to this day doesn’t feel real.”
Continue reading …Such a Trooper- Overcoming a Lifetime of Obstacles
December 17, 2021 Comments Off on Such a Trooper- Overcoming a Lifetime of Obstacles
“After the initial shock and sadness wore off, I was determined to get us back in the show ring. I just told myself that I was his eyes and we started our re-training from there.”
Continue reading …NSBA Expands Heroes on Horses Program With Charitable Donation From Arizona Family
December 16, 2021 Comments Off on NSBA Expands Heroes on Horses Program With Charitable Donation From Arizona Family
The National Snaffle Bit Association has announced a 3-year commitment from the Bob and Ingrid Miller Family that will allow the Heroes on Horses program to expand as part of the 2022- 2024 Sun Circuit Quarter Horse show in Scottsdale, AZ.
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