Enjoy Southern Hospitality in the Deep South at Zone 6 Zone-O-Rama Beginning Today in Tunica
March 14, 2014 Comments Off on Enjoy Southern Hospitality in the Deep South at Zone 6 Zone-O-Rama Beginning Today in Tunica
In 2013, the Deep South Zone 6 Show was sixth on APHA’s list of top horse shows in the nation with 742 entries, and it awarded $30,000 in cash and prizes.
Continue reading …The Resourcefulness of “Horse Moms”
March 13, 2014 Comments Off on The Resourcefulness of “Horse Moms”
Recently, Mlynek posted a video on Facebook that illustrates her own resourcefulness. The clip, featuring Raiden, Raider, and their homemade hot walker swing, has received a whopping 43,636 shares in just four days.
Continue reading …Mister GQ’s Last Hurrah: A Surprise Foal!
March 12, 2014 Comments Off on Mister GQ’s Last Hurrah: A Surprise Foal!
Just a few days ago, Jussen was shocked to discover that her late friend had planned a little surprise before he left on his journey to that big barn in the sky. Toddling alongside GQ’s constant pasture companion, Abby Essence, was a new foal.
Continue reading …My “First” ___ in the Horse Industry
March 11, 2014 Comments Off on My “First” ___ in the Horse Industry
“1956 was the year. I was hooked after that day. 58 years later, I still feel the excitement”
Continue reading …Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler! AQHA Convention Update With Lainie DeBoer and Michael Tidwell
March 10, 2014 Comments Off on Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler! AQHA Convention Update With Lainie DeBoer and Michael Tidwell
“Then, I moved on to our committee meetings where many hot topics were debated such as hunter under saddle, ranch rail pleasure, walk-trot, black stirrups, and changing the age of the junior and senior horse.”
Continue reading …The Balancing Act – Between Work and Play
March 10, 2014 Comments Off on The Balancing Act – Between Work and Play
A Motivational Article for Almost-Amateurs Who Fear that Adult Responsibilities will Interfere with their Competitive Passion!
Continue reading …Wildes Show Horses – Dreams, Dedication and Miracles…
March 10, 2014 Comments Off on Wildes Show Horses – Dreams, Dedication and Miracles…
Residing in Lakeside, California, close to the lively metropolitan area of San Diego, APHA trainer Tim Wildes along with his wife and APHA coach, Karen, manage one of the largest APHA youth all-around barns in the country.
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Sometimes, great horse names are intentionally chosen because they hint at a foal’s bloodlines. Other times, names just pop into an owner’s head and they stick. Many horse names, including those that may appear mundane on paper, have great tales behind them.
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Barn fires are probably the most common cause of burn injuries in horses, but they may also be burned by lightning, electricity, caustic chemicals or friction.
Continue reading …Healthy Horse Show Living – Healthy for Life
March 9, 2014 Comments Off on Healthy Horse Show Living – Healthy for Life
We inspect every bale of hay, read about the latest supplements, and agonize over the amount of protein in our horses’ grain. Yet, at a horse show, we won’t think twice about eating a greasy cheeseburger or indulging in a couple of sugary treats.
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