“Look into my eyes and hear what I am saying, because my eyes speak louder than my voice ever will.” – Unknown
Continue reading …The son of longtime APHA members, Kimberly and Michael Goble, Teagan is beloved by many in the industry as we all remember when he was just a tiny Leadline competitor. Teagan will be competing in Bareback today, December 8th, December 10th, and the short go is December 11th. And check out his lucky turquoise hat, courtesy of Shorty’s Caboy Hattery!
Continue reading …“I’ve always wanted a tattoo… My buddy said to get something that has influenced my life, and that’s when I knew. Immediately, APHA came to mind.”
Continue reading …“We could still use feed and bedding, animal medical supplies, exam gloves, blankets, and halters and leads. Our volunteer crew is amazing. Our next shift need is at 10am.”
Continue reading …Sequins, fringe, and bell bottoms oh my! Night one of the National Finals Rodeo did not disappoint!
Continue reading …We all have a bucket list. Maybe yours has things like skydiving or taking a trip to an exotic place. I have always had one major item at the top of my bucket list: the National Finals Rodeo.
Continue reading …“I love the look of white bands on a horse with a great neck, especially a chestnut. I feel it looks even nicer on horses with a lot of chrome, like a big blaze, or an Appaloosa with a blanket pattern.”
Continue reading …The new Rule SHW419.4, effective January 1, 2018, states, “Unnatural ranch horse appearance (Horse’s tail is obvious and consistently carried in an unnatural manner in every maneuver).” Judges can assess a 10-point penalty for unnatural tail appearance.
Continue reading …AQHA and other livestock organizations are concerned about the regulation requiring 10 consecutive hours off duty and how that will affect the welfare of animals being transported. Livestock industry guidelines recommend that drivers avoid stops when hauling livestock, as stopping for long periods of time would have a detrimental effect on the animals being hauled.
Continue reading …“If they’re feeling like a million bucks, they’ll show with more confidence. I don’t like a very dramatic, dark look on the little ones, but just enough to add that extra sparkle and pop to the picture.”
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