In Honor of Horse Show Moms Everywhere
May 9, 2014 Comments Off on In Honor of Horse Show Moms Everywhere
They are the stall cleaners, silver polishers, cab drivers, makeup artists, personal organizers, point keepers, videographers, cheering squads, personal chefs, therapists, horse groomers, motivational speakers, and so much more. They are horse show moms, and without this special group of ladies, the world would be a much more complicated, and not to mention disorganized, place.
Continue reading …Eight Horses Die in Fire This Morning in Kentucky
May 9, 2014 Comments Off on Eight Horses Die in Fire This Morning in Kentucky
Eight Thoroughbreds died in an early morning fire May 9 at a barn and adjoining annex located on Rice Road in Lexington, Ky., across from the rear entrance to the Keeneland stable area. As of 8 a.m., fire investigators were on the scene to determine the cause.
Continue reading …Do You Have Customer Problems or Problem Customers?
May 9, 2014 Comments Off on Do You Have Customer Problems or Problem Customers?
“I call these problem customers-not customer problems. They are problem customers because of their attitudes. You most likely observed long ago, no matter how good your approach is, you can’t help when the other party isn’t seeking a solution.”
Continue reading …Eight Sets of Points For 2014 Indy Circuit!
May 9, 2014 Comments Off on Eight Sets of Points For 2014 Indy Circuit!
Judges for the Indy Circuit will be Nancy Alto Renfro, Pierre Briere, Melissa Hargett-Dukes, and Kelly Chapman.
Continue reading …$1,000 Ashley Marie Huntington Memorial Royalty Scholarship Contest During Paintin’ The Congress in July
May 8, 2014 Comments Off on $1,000 Ashley Marie Huntington Memorial Royalty Scholarship Contest During Paintin’ The Congress in July
During the show, exhibitors will have the opportunity to compete in a special contest that honors a late Green Country Paint Horse Club member. The Ashley Marie Huntington Memorial Royalty Scholarship contest will present a $1,000 scholarship to the winner and will include lots of other great prizes. Contestants may be of any age as long as they are currently enrolled or plan to go to college.
Continue reading …Here We Go! 2014 Show For Dough Doubles in Size From Last Year
May 8, 2014 Comments Off on Here We Go! 2014 Show For Dough Doubles in Size From Last Year
The show began yesterday with a half day of Western Riding, Western Pleasure, and Trail, and $9,200 was already paid out in 12 classes.
Continue reading …APHA Members Well-Represented at IHSA National Championships
May 8, 2014 Comments Off on APHA Members Well-Represented at IHSA National Championships
In the Western team competition, APHA member Markie Maletzke placed sixth in Team Advanced Western Horsemanship for the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. The 19-year-old from Cedarburg, Wisconsin, has earned multiple Registers of Merit through APHA as a Youth rider.
Continue reading …UC Davis Vet Focuses on EHV-1 and Other Equine Infectious Diseases
May 8, 2014 Comments Off on UC Davis Vet Focuses on EHV-1 and Other Equine Infectious Diseases
Pusterla’s study, presented at the American Association of Equine Practitioners convention, examined 268 horses from eight outbreaks in six states, including California. The researchers were able to determine several items, including length of infectiousness, common clinical signs, and the most effective method of testing.
Continue reading …May 21st Horsemanship Clinic With Robin Frid at Gateway Classic
May 8, 2014 Comments Off on May 21st Horsemanship Clinic With Robin Frid at Gateway Classic
Who’s excited about the upcoming Horsemanship Clinic with horse trainer and clinician Robin Frid that’s scheduled to take place at the upcoming MQHA Gateway Classic?! The Missouri Quarter Horse Association is proud to host this clinic with a true Pattern Master to be held in conjunction with the May 23-26 Gateway Classic in Lake St. Louis, MO.
Continue reading …The Ultimate in Barn Fashion- Kimes Ranch’s “The Betty” Jean
May 8, 2014 Comments Off on The Ultimate in Barn Fashion- Kimes Ranch’s “The Betty” Jean
Matt and Amanda Kimes are a young couple with deep roots in ranching and a long list of titles in AQHA and NRHA events, including numerous World Championships. The Kimes founded Kimes Ranch in 2009. Their brand emulates its strong family culture and lifestyle approach in its products.
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