SmartPak Welcomes a New Smart Partner
May 23, 2014 Comments Off on SmartPak Welcomes a New Smart Partner
“SmartPak was built on a foundation of putting horses’ health first, and that won’t ever change,” continued Mr. Gisholt. “I’m excited by the possibilities that this transaction brings for the future.”
Continue reading …Myth: A Shiny Horse is a Healthy Horse
May 23, 2014 Comments Off on Myth: A Shiny Horse is a Healthy Horse
A fatty substance called sebum, secreted from the sebaceous glands in your horse’s skin, increases when the diet is higher in fat. It coats the hair, making it reflect the sun’s rays.
Continue reading …Equine Reproduction Free Virtual Q&A With Dr. Phillip Matthews
May 23, 2014 Comments Off on Equine Reproduction Free Virtual Q&A With Dr. Phillip Matthews
Some of the topics explored will be: Embryo Flush, Embryo Transfer, Oocyte Collection (collecting eggs), and ICSI.
Continue reading …Our Condolences Following the Passing of The Top Secret and RPL My Te Touching
May 22, 2014 Comments Off on Our Condolences Following the Passing of The Top Secret and RPL My Te Touching
When asked what has contributed to The Top Secret’s level of success over the past decade, Rassi cites the stallion’s “almost perfect bone structure and confirmation.”
Continue reading …Senate Committee Blocks Domestic Horse Slaughter
May 22, 2014 Comments Off on Senate Committee Blocks Domestic Horse Slaughter
The amendment to the agriculture appropriations bill disallows spending by the U.S. Department of Agriculture in FY 2015 on inspections at prospective horse slaughter plants.
Continue reading …Even Tighter Security For This Year’s Belmont Stakes…
May 22, 2014 Comments Off on Even Tighter Security For This Year’s Belmont Stakes…
The New York State Gaming Commission and The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) announced enhanced security protocols for horses running in the four $1 million-plus Grade 1 stakes races on Belmont Stakes Day, June 7, 2014. All horses potentially participating in the Knob Creek Manhattan ($1 million), the Ogden Phipps ($1 million), the Metropolitan […]
Continue reading …Throwback Thursday- Back in the Day With Mike Carter
May 22, 2014 Comments Off on Throwback Thursday- Back in the Day With Mike Carter
“That was in western pleasure. We didn’t do a lot of grooming back then! That was before banded manes. Banded manes aren’t very old, you know, when you’re as old as me anyway.”
Continue reading …Results From 2014 Tri-State Quarter Horse Association- May 17-18
May 22, 2014 Comments Off on Results From 2014 Tri-State Quarter Horse Association- May 17-18
The second portion of the Tri-State Quarter Horse Association’s “Show With a View” recently concluded May 17-18 in Greensburg, PA. Judges for the first show May 10-11 were Jeff Greaves and Cindy Rucker. Judges for the May 17-18 show were Pierre Briere and Mike Carter. Click here to view individual class results for May 10-11. May 10-11 High […]
Continue reading …2014 Sun and Surf All-Around Awards
May 22, 2014 Comments Off on 2014 Sun and Surf All-Around Awards
Thanks to show secretary Kathy Davis we have final all-around results from the 2014 Sun and Surf circuit that took place last week in Del Mar, California. Amateur: The Krymsun Moon/Stephanie Kofu Youth: One Hot Loper/Aspen Crew Open Junior Horse: Huntin My Zipper Select Amateur: Cee Money/ Dan Yeager Novice Amateur: UF Certainly a Priss/Larissa […]
Continue reading …Details About AQHA World Show Sale Bonus Program
May 22, 2014 Comments Off on Details About AQHA World Show Sale Bonus Program
Developed by the AQHA World Championship Show Sale Committee, the new bonus program offers buyers the option to pay $1,000, which will make the World Show Sale-purchased horse eligible to show at one or all of the AQHA World Shows (Zoetis Versatility Ranch Horse, Adequan Select, Built Ford Tough AQHYA and AQHA world championship shows) the year following the sale without having to qualify for the respective show.
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