Next Generation of Youth Horsemen to Present Demonstration at 2015 Iowa Show Circuit
May 7, 2015 Comments Off on Next Generation of Youth Horsemen to Present Demonstration at 2015 Iowa Show Circuit
Novice competitors can be inspired by watching two of AQHA’s best “next generation” horsemen as they demonstrate Ranch Riding and Horsemanship patterns and skills. Then, AQHA Professional Horseman and Judge Kelly McDowall will step in the arena to talk about what judges look for in these classes.
Continue reading …Gamblin’ on Paint Horses at 2015 Tunica Color Bonanza- Results and Photos
May 6, 2015 Comments Off on Gamblin’ on Paint Horses at 2015 Tunica Color Bonanza- Results and Photos
The theme of the 2015 Tunica Color Bonanza was all about taking a gamble, placing a bet, rolling the dice, and hoping that the odds fall in your favor.
Continue reading …Dream Your Way to a World Championship Title…
May 5, 2015 Comments Off on Dream Your Way to a World Championship Title…
Dr. Granat has worked with Olympic gold medalists, professional golfers, tennis pros, and elite young athletes, but his work with equestrians and jockeys is what we found most intriguing…
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Competitors who traveled down south to the 2015 LQHA Crawfish Classic enjoyed a weekend of sunny weather at a beautiful outdoor facility, mixed in with great awards and friendly competition, and seasoned with a bit of good old fashioned hospitality.
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These creaky joints are raising a fuss more and more these days. On the flip side, I would say that I know a few more tricks than I did a decade or so ago.
Continue reading …Why Most of the Marketing For Your Equine Business Takes Place OUT of the Saddle
April 30, 2015 Comments Off on Why Most of the Marketing For Your Equine Business Takes Place OUT of the Saddle
As an equine business owner, you wear many hats. But no matter how organized and hard-working you are, your approach to marketing can ultimately make or break your business.
Continue reading …Horse Show Proposal: A Ring in the Ring!
April 29, 2015 Comments Off on Horse Show Proposal: A Ring in the Ring!
Once they called for the horses to be lined up, the announcer said, ‘At this time, we have something special that we would like to do. Jim, the ring is yours.'”
Continue reading …Halter Horse Futurities Respond to AQHA Lip Chain Ruling
April 28, 2015 Comments Off on Halter Horse Futurities Respond to AQHA Lip Chain Ruling
Recently, the East Coast Halter Futurity, Breeders Halter Futurity, Best In The West Futurity, and the World Conformation Horse Association have released their own statements in response to how the ruling will affect their events in the future.
Continue reading …IQHYA Cloverdale Show Concludes With 7,200 Entries
April 27, 2015 Comments Off on IQHYA Cloverdale Show Concludes With 7,200 Entries
With impressive class sizes like 30 in Amateur Showmanship, 31 in Senior Trail, 37 in 14-18 Showmanship, and 40 in L1 Youth Showmanship, the IQHYA Cloverdale Show had an amazing turnout.
Continue reading …AQHA Announces Ban on Lip Chains Starting in 2016
April 24, 2015 Comments Off on AQHA Announces Ban on Lip Chains Starting in 2016
“While many of our halter exhibitors lobbied in favor of lip chains at the 2015 convention, the Executive Committee members – based on input from the Animal Welfare Commission, the Show Committee and Show Council – believe that the use of lip chains in halter classes is not the intended use for lip chains – especially in the hands of novice exhibitors. It’s simply not humane,” Dr. Blodgett said.
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