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The Mountain Rose- 35-Year-Old Appaloosa Still Going Strong

February 18, 2020 Comments Off

It’s hard to believe that she’s 35 years old by looking at her move. She certainly isn’t a quitter!

EC Photo of the Day- Dipped In Paint

February 17, 2020 Comments Off

Thanks to Lori DeBruijn for sharing this beautiful shot of a very uniquely colored 2018 APHA gelding by Zips Heaven Sent. If you have a great EC Photo of the Day worthy shot, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.

Academy-Award Nominee Taylor Sheridan, Co-Creator of Yellowstone and The Last Cowboy, Brings You The Run For A Million

February 16, 2020 Comments Off

Academy-Award nominee Taylor Sheridan, writer of HELL OR HIGH WATER and SICARIO, WRITER/DIRECTOR of WIND RIVER, co-creator of YELLOWSTONE and THE LAST COWBOY, designed a venue to showcase the talent of both horse and rider in some of the most demanding western equine sports in existence.

Sincerest Condolences Following Passing of Go Big Sky

February 14, 2020 Comments Off

We are deeply saddened to learn of the recent passing of Go Big Sky, multiple Congress Champion, NSBA World Champion, and Select World Champion. “Marcus” was the beloved companion of Rodger Call and the pair often excelled in their favorite Over Fence classes and Pleasure Driving.

Happy Valentine’s Day! Find the Perfect Date For Your Mare With This Quiz

February 14, 2020 Comments Off

In honor of Valentine’s Day, we’ve created a fun questionnaire, an equine version of The Dating Game, if you will, to help match your mare with her forever partner! (Or at least until next breeding season rolls around). Enjoy!

In Loving Memory of AQHA Hall of Famer, Anne Marion

February 13, 2020 Comments Off

The only child of Anne “Miss Anne” Burnett Tandy, Marion was raised in Fort Worth, Texas, to be a strong businesswoman who appreciated the arts and loved the ranch that would someday be hers. She spent her summers on the Four Sixes Ranch in Guthrie, Texas, established in 1870 by her great-grandfather Samuel “Burk” Burnett. At a young age, she earned the respect of the cowboys as she learned to ride horses and do the things they did. Her strong will and determination made her a fine leader, both in the ranching industry and the business world.

Orren Mixer Art Inspires New Series of Breyer Horses- AQHA is First Release

February 12, 2020 Comments Off

The first release in the Ideal Series is the AQHA Ideal. Commissioned by the American Quarter Horse Association in 1968, Mixer’s AQHA Ideal image is still used by the organization today. Affectionately known as “the Mixer Horse,” the original painting hangs in the AQHA’s headquarters in Texas.

EC Photo of the Day- Testing Out New Legs

February 11, 2020 Comments Off

Thanks to Suzanne Mayo for sharing this photo of a big boy just born in February! This Mechanic colt is out of HP MS Flamin Hot and is testing out his new legs.

EC Photo of the Day- Snowflakes

February 9, 2020 Comments Off

“Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes.” Thanks to Laura Blackwood for sharing this beautiful shot of Hanks Triple Threat enjoying a snowy day in Norwich, Ohio. If you have a great EC Photo of the Day, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.

EC Foal Photo of the Day- Keeping Watch

February 8, 2020 Comments Off

Thanks to Kirby Sherman for sharing this adorable shot of Can You See The Star, a Natural Iron mare, keeping watch over her new filly, “River,” by AQHA Stallion, Do You Have A Minute. If you have a great EC Photo of the Day, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.