All this time and money to conquer a routine that lasts anywhere from two to five minutes. That certainly strikes a chord with all equestrians, whether you compete in Barrel Racing, Western Pleasure, or Show Jumping!
Continue reading …However, there are notable similarities. The Oscars is the pinnacle event of the year for Hollywood, where the industry’s best and brightest stars will be rewarded for the talent they exhibited during their performances that year… much like what happens at the World Show each season.
Continue reading …Horses are not only an important part of our past they are an important part of our present and future.
Continue reading …“There was no particular reason for the red dress, except that it was different from all of the other beach photos we had seen. Red hair, red dress, and almost red horse, Ha Ha!”
Continue reading …The equine industry in the U.S. generates approximately $122 billion in total economic impact, an increase from $102 billion in the 2005 Economic Impact Study. The industry also provides a total employment impact of 1.74 million, and generates $79 billion in total salaries, wages, and benefits. The current number of horses in the United States stands at 7.2 million. Texas, California, and Florida continue to be the top three states with the highest population of horses.
Continue reading …The 2018 March/April edition of The Equine Chronicle is now online! Visit the latest edition by clicking here to check out the stunning cover of The Born Legacy.
Continue reading …From nail clippers to eye drops to three different types of toothpicks, Janet, who works the gate at the Silver Dollar, is prepared for pretty much everything. She says, “I have used everything in that bag at least once, and, if someone asks for something and I don’t have it, then I add it.”
Continue reading …“When I win in a pair, I write on them, and I save them for the next big show. This year, I wore a pair of socks that I have won eight times in…”
Continue reading …“My husband is a farrier and that’s my all-around show horse, First Class Style. We thought it would be perfect for him to pick up the hoof to reveal the gender!”
Continue reading …Who knew that walking around the Silver Dollar warm up pens while asking the question, “Do you have a lucky charm?,” would spiral into a treasure hunt of sorts. Not only do our trainers have some interesting superstitions, but they were eager to justify their idiosyncrasies by pointing out others they felt could outdo them…
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