Speciality AQHA Horse-Themed License Plates!
May 5, 2015 Comments Off on Speciality AQHA Horse-Themed License Plates!
Texas drivers have the opportunity to purchase an American Quarter Horse specialty license plate through the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles. These plates are the perfect way to show your love and support of America’s favorite equine breed – the American Quarter Horse.
Continue reading …EC Foal Photo of the Day: Hot N Blazing
May 4, 2015 Comments Off on EC Foal Photo of the Day: Hot N Blazing
This precious AQHA bay colt is by Hot N Blazing and out of Sonnys Cool Jazz. He is a full brother to Spurz N Diamonds, a Congress winner and NSBA earner of over $30,000.
Continue reading …Young Equestrians Can Design Their Own Custom Breeches in Kerrits Contest
May 4, 2015 Comments Off on Young Equestrians Can Design Their Own Custom Breeches in Kerrits Contest
Entries will be judged on original ideas, creativity, and overall style. Submit as many sketches as you’d like. There will be two age groups: 5-11 and 12-16.
Continue reading …Who’s Your Pick For the 141st Kentucky Derby? AMERICAN PHARAOH WINS!
May 1, 2015 Comments Off on Who’s Your Pick For the 141st Kentucky Derby? AMERICAN PHARAOH WINS!
UPDATE: American Pharaoh wins!
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Does it have living quarters? Is it a ramp or step-up model? Gooseneck or bumper pull? Drop-down bus windows?
Continue reading …Report Shows Horse Industry Worth Estimated $1.5 Billion, Struggling, but Expected to Recover Over Next Four Years
April 30, 2015 Comments Off on Report Shows Horse Industry Worth Estimated $1.5 Billion, Struggling, but Expected to Recover Over Next Four Years
Demand for horses is dependent on household disposable income, activity in the horse racing industry, and the popularity of horses for recreation. Revenue has fallen in recent years with a drop in big-ticket purchases and less participation in horse-racing activities.
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 …Calling All Amateur and Professional Photographers- Enter the Equine Ideal Photo Contest
April 29, 2015 Comments Off on Calling All Amateur and Professional Photographers- Enter the Equine Ideal Photo Contest
Images will be judged by professional equine photographers based on: impact, equipment expertise, technical/artistic expertise, light and color, subject matter, creativity and suitability.
Continue reading …TCU Equestrian Adds AQHA Competitor Marah Huston to Horsemanship Squad
April 28, 2015 Comments Off on TCU Equestrian Adds AQHA Competitor Marah Huston to Horsemanship Squad
In all, she has competed at Congress every year since 2006 where she has earned numerous top-10 finishes in Horsemanship, Showmanship and Western Pleasure. In 2011, Huston collected sixth-place accolades in both Horsemanship and Western Riding, respectively.
Continue reading …Shop Till You Drop at Western States Horse Expo in June!
April 28, 2015 Comments Off on Shop Till You Drop at Western States Horse Expo in June!
Another shopper admits going to the Horse Expo every year since it began 17 years ago. “I have a credit card that I only use for Horse Expo,” her eyes crinkling with laughter, “and my husband doesn’t know about it! But I only shop once a year and this is the place. I outfit myself, my horse, home, barn, trailer and truck.
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