Dental Issues May Cause Performance Problems
July 17, 2021 Comments Off on Dental Issues May Cause Performance Problems
The horse’s teeth are crucial for proper eating/chewing and therefore a big factor in whether or not the horse obtains adequate nutrition. Healthy teeth are important for good health and fitness. Teeth also play a role in performance of an equine athlete because tooth problems can lead to pain, which can lead to certain behaviors that can affect performance. Sometimes a performance problem may be subtle or not readily recognized as being linked to a tooth problem. It’s important to figure these things out, with proper diagnosis and treatment, in order to address and correct the underlying issue.
Continue reading …EC TV- EMO Western States Championship- Open Hunter Under Saddle
July 16, 2021 Comments Off on EC TV- EMO Western States Championship- Open Hunter Under Saddle
Find out what Leslie Lange had to say about winning Open Hunter Under Saddle at the 2021 EMO Western States Championship.
Continue reading …Around the Ring Photos and Results From MNQHA Masters Show
July 16, 2021 Comments Off on Around the Ring Photos and Results From MNQHA Masters Show
Thanks to Lisa McGowan for some great photos from the recent MNQHA Masters Show. The Minnesota Masters took place June 24 – June 27 at the Minnesota Equestrian Center in Winona, MN. Judges for the show were Karen Watters, John Dean, Robbin Jung, and Michael Jung. Click here to view results. If you’d like to share your show photos […]
Continue reading …First-Timers Share Their Experiences From APHA World Show
July 15, 2021 Comments Off on First-Timers Share Their Experiences From APHA World Show
“I was getting emotional for other people. There were some riders that I was crying for that I had never even met. Youth walk-trot kids had me in tears, because they were so happy for receiving fifth place. It was truly a beautiful thing.”
Continue reading …Should a Cap be Placed on the Number of Embryos Pulled Per Year?
July 15, 2021 Comments Off on Should a Cap be Placed on the Number of Embryos Pulled Per Year?
The practice of pulling embryos from celebrated show horses has become a routine part of our industry–both for the retired mare that can no longer carry a foal and for the mare that’s currently still being shown.
Continue reading …The Little Buckeye Concludes in Ohio
July 14, 2021 Comments Off on The Little Buckeye Concludes in Ohio
The Ohio Amateur Quarter Horse Association hosted The Little Buckeye July 8-11 at the well-appointed Championship Center in Springfield, Ohio. Judges for the show were Holly Hover, Larry Little, Mark Russell, and Andrea Simons. The event was AQHA, NSBA OQHA, EOQHA, OMIQHA approved, and Tim Kimura lended his expertise for Trail course design.
Continue reading …Tenth Anniversary Keystone Showdown Recap
July 13, 2021 Comments Off on Tenth Anniversary Keystone Showdown Recap
The Keystone Quarter Horse Association recently celebrated the tenth anniversary of the Keystone Showdown, June 16-20 in Centre Hall, PA.
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Straight, to the point, a woman with a zest for life, horses, and Disney World. That’s Kim Fullwood in a nutshell.
Continue reading …Photos and Results From NOQHA Summer Six Pack
July 12, 2021 Comments Off on Photos and Results From NOQHA Summer Six Pack
The Small Fry Champion was Kaley Grace Olds with Looking Willy Good. Reserve was Kinsley Goran with Zipposwiseinvestment. The L1 Youth Champion was Shelby Dale with Mr Slo Mo Amigo. Reserve was Isabella Hamilton with Man Im Sassy. She was also the 13 and Under Champion. Reserve was Gabriella Lohrenz with Zippos N My Dreams. The 14-18 Champion was Abigail Zawisza with KM Vested In Bo. Reserve was Isabella D’Onofrio with Whata Moonlite Ride.
Continue reading …It’s My Turn – Ann Woodruff is Back in The Saddle Again
July 11, 2021 Comments Off on It’s My Turn – Ann Woodruff is Back in The Saddle Again
One might be forgiven for believing that Ann Woodruff picked up her talent, poise, and presence in the show pen by osmosis. After all, for many years she was ringside, supporting and encouraging her daughter, Lillian, to numerous championship titles. Now, the roles have reversed. Ann is scooping up the wins in the arena while Lilli cheers her on from the rail. With enormous drive and passion, Ann has enjoyed remarkable success in her inaugural few months of showing after a hiatus that spanned decades. Yet, like most overnight successes, the reality is that success has been years in the making.
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