A True Test of Form to Function Today at 2015 WCHA Breeders’ Championship Futurity
September 18, 2015 Comments Off on A True Test of Form to Function Today at 2015 WCHA Breeders’ Championship Futurity
Once the Halter classes are complete this afternoon, but not before 5:00 pm, the first portion of the Ranch Horse Challenge will begin. Horses of all breeds, ages, and genders will be judged in a typical Halter conformation class by four judges and a calcutta will take place. Tomorrow, the horses will return to compete in the Ranch Riding portion of the class, which will not begin before 3:00 pm. The Halter portion will count for 40% of the total score, and Ranch Riding will count for 60%.
Continue reading …Paints Win Top Titles at Breeders Halter Futurity
September 18, 2015 Comments Off on Paints Win Top Titles at Breeders Halter Futurity
“We only breed three or four mares a year, so we make sure that one or two of our mares are bred to Breeders Halter Futurity stallions,” said Andrea Olsen, whose fillies Oh So Intriguing and My Secret Dream brought home nearly $30,000 from the show.
Continue reading …QH Congress Exclusive From Kimes Ranch Apparel!
September 18, 2015 Comments Off on QH Congress Exclusive From Kimes Ranch Apparel!
As a special Congress exclusive, Rod’s will be giving away a miniature duffle bag with every pair of Kimes Ranch jeans purchased during the month long event. Every jean style from Cal to Francesca will be in full stock at Rod’s as well as our new hoodies and caps.
Continue reading …AQHA Rule Change Proposal Deadline Quickly Approaching
September 18, 2015 Comments Off on AQHA Rule Change Proposal Deadline Quickly Approaching
Now is your chance to make a difference and submit items to be considered by AQHA standing committees March 11-14 at the 2016 AQHA Convention at the South Point Casino & Spa in Las Vegas.
Continue reading …Around the Ring Photos- 2015 Wisconsin Paint Horse Futurity
September 17, 2015 Comments Off on Around the Ring Photos- 2015 Wisconsin Paint Horse Futurity
Thanks to Karen O’Brien for sharing some great photos from the 2015 Wisconsin Paint Horse Futurity!
Continue reading …My Membership Voice Matters Coalition Conducts 3rd Meeting Regarding AQHA Lip Chain Ban
September 17, 2015 Comments Off on My Membership Voice Matters Coalition Conducts 3rd Meeting Regarding AQHA Lip Chain Ban
“We were quite pleased with the turnout at the BHF which shows the growing support for our position that this ban has no factual basis and is not good for the AQHA Halter showing discipline,” said Ramona Caldwell.
Continue reading …How Unsolicited, Mean-spirited Criticism Hurts the Horse Community
September 17, 2015 Comments Off on How Unsolicited, Mean-spirited Criticism Hurts the Horse Community
It’s a sad fact that most equestrians who share these negative comments have no experience in the discipline they’re commenting about. They are, however, the first to tear it down. Instead of taking the time to learn more, in order to make a qualified decision, they choose to criticize it based on first appearance only.
Continue reading …NC Issues Stop-Sale Order on Alfalfa Hay Possibly Contaminated with Blister Beetles
September 17, 2015 Comments Off on NC Issues Stop-Sale Order on Alfalfa Hay Possibly Contaminated with Blister Beetles
Five horse deaths have been attributed to blister beetle poisoning. All five were fed the alfalfa hay that originated in Kansas and was either sold by Murphy Farm Hay and Feed or distributed by Murphy to Jones Farm Hay and Feed.
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– 2015 Congress Queen Candidates
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– Congress Queen History
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AQHA 75th Anniversary World Show Sale by Markel
September 17, 2015 Comments Off on AQHA 75th Anniversary World Show Sale by Markel
To receive a sale catalog, pre-register for the sale by calling Doug Hayes, AQHA manager of business, at 806-378-4384. Digital versions of the catalog will be available online and via the Robin Glenn Pedigrees app.
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