This is my 13th “On The Fence” article and yes, I’m still concerned with all the unattended problems of our Association that still exist to this point. I believe I have thoroughly explained the relatively simple and affordable enjoyment we were initially privileged to be a part of years ago. We had no desire to change anything. Occasionally we found some concerns that were disturbing but it seemed most of them were easily addressed and acted on. Our officers and leadership appeared to be in proper control of everything, and our membership was steadily growing.
Continue reading …From the Publisher – Priceless Moments
December 27, 2014 Comments Off on From the Publisher – Priceless Moments
It’s an hour or two before dawn and the brisk winter air is nature’s alarm clock as it stings your face on the way to the barn. The stalls are eerily silent as you enter an aisle that is dark except for a faint light at the far end. You are greeted by sleepy nickers from the other residents as you pass them on the way to the illuminated stall. They all know why you are there and as you peer through the bars you know the eleven month journey was was worth every minute. There, before you, is your newborn foal.
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“I’ve had studs for 30 years, and Kruzer is an exceptional horse. I really expect him to be the very best all-around sire for years to come.” That’s quite high praise coming from stallion manager Mike Hay considering The Krymsun Kruzer’s breeding career is still in its relative infancy. At the age of ten, the striking bay stallion, by One Hot Krymsun and out of Pure N Passion, has three foal crops on the ground, and Hot Shot Hit, Gracious N Fabulous, and Her Irons Are Hot are just a few of the great mares expecting foals in 2015.
Continue reading …American Quarter Horses Riding For the First Time in London New Year’s Day Parade
December 26, 2014 Comments Off on American Quarter Horses Riding For the First Time in London New Year’s Day Parade
The All The Queen’s Horses teams will ride by famous iconic London landmarks such as The Ritz, Regents Street, Trafalgar Square, and Whitehall before finishing up in the shadow of London’s Big Ben in Parliament Square!
Continue reading …Merry Christmas From The Equine Chronicle!
December 25, 2014 Comments Off on Merry Christmas From The Equine Chronicle!
“On the twelfth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, twelve Trakehner trotting, eleven Paints-a-prancing, ten Hackney hacking, nine Jutland jumping, eight Morgans marching, seven Shires-a-snorting, six Gypsy Vanner…”
Continue reading …Are You Ready For Winter? Part 5- Keeping Horses Fit During the Off Season
December 24, 2014 Comments Off on Are You Ready For Winter? Part 5- Keeping Horses Fit During the Off Season
The colder temperatures of winter often mean a decline in physical activity—for both human and horse. Still, you don’t want your horse to get flabby and lose all the conditioning you worked so hard for during the summer… so what should you do?
Continue reading …Wimpys Little Step Becomes Second Sire Ever to Reach NRHA $7 Million Mark
December 24, 2014 Comments Off on Wimpys Little Step Becomes Second Sire Ever to Reach NRHA $7 Million Mark
In eight months after achieving the six million dollar mark, Wimpys Little Step is the newest National Reining Horse Association’s (NRHA) Seven Million Dollar Sire. This makes him the second stallion to earn such a prestigious title, with the only other stallion to reach this mark being Topsail Whiz.
Continue reading …Does That “Hay Belly” Really Mean Your Horse is Fat?
December 23, 2014 Comments Off on Does That “Hay Belly” Really Mean Your Horse is Fat?
A distended abdomen is often referred to as a “hay belly” to describe an overweight horse, even when the rest of his body is normal, but actual fat does not accumulate extensively on the horse’s lower abdomen (belly).
Continue reading …Important Cold Weather Health Tips For Horse Owners
December 23, 2014 Comments Off on Important Cold Weather Health Tips For Horse Owners
Horses expend significantly more calories keeping warm in the winter than they do any other time of year. High-quality hay should be the staple of any winter diet, especially for horses that are out a lot.
Continue reading …Are You Ready for Winter? Part 4- Icy Driving Conditions With Horses In Tow
December 22, 2014 Comments Off on Are You Ready for Winter? Part 4- Icy Driving Conditions With Horses In Tow
Check tire pressure before each and every trip. When you travel from a cold climate to a warmer climate, the air pressure in your tires will rise and vice versa when traveling from warm to cold.
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