How I Prepare For Bareback Equitation- With PtHA World Champion Peyton Weldon
June 20, 2016 Comments Off on How I Prepare For Bareback Equitation- With PtHA World Champion Peyton Weldon
To prepare for this class, I practice with no irons as home, two point a lot to get my heels down, and constantly tell myself to sit up and be confident. Going through this pattern, I told myself to stay straight, keep my horse consistent, be confident, and keep forward motion. The reason forward motion is key in a pattern is not only so it flows better, but also so that it’s easier to post while bareback.
Continue reading …10 Horses Killed, 22 Saved During California Barn Fire
June 20, 2016 Comments Off on 10 Horses Killed, 22 Saved During California Barn Fire
We are saddened to report the news of a deadly barn fire that broke out in Montebello, CA. during the early morning hours on Sunday, June 19th. Two stables were consumed by a blaze that is currently being investigated by officials. Sadly, ten horses perished, but 22 others were saved due to the heroic efforts […]
Continue reading …Painter, Spell, Granzow, Beardsley Are Big Winners of PQS Classes Over the Weekend in Nebraska
June 20, 2016 Comments Off on Painter, Spell, Granzow, Beardsley Are Big Winners of PQS Classes Over the Weekend in Nebraska
Over the weekend, two more PQS champions were crowned and presented with big checks. Winning the 3-Year-Old Limited Horse Limited Rider Hunter Under Saddle was Ryan Painter with Huntin All The Time for owner Ellie Seddon. The winner of the Limited Horse Limited Rider Non Pro Western Pleasure Maturity was Brooke Granzow with RR Final Approach for owner Sara Heeley.
Continue reading …Day 5 and 6 Results From 2016 Pinto World Show
June 20, 2016 Comments Off on Day 5 and 6 Results From 2016 Pinto World Show
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Continue reading …National Day of the Cowboy Comes to AQHA in Amarillo July 23rd
June 20, 2016 Comments Off on National Day of the Cowboy Comes to AQHA in Amarillo July 23rd
A highlight of the event will be the chance to ride an American Quarter Horse. This event has given over 1,000 children in the last 5 years the opportunity to experience their first ride on an American Quarter Horse. This year’s test rides are part of a national Time to Ride marketing initiative by the American Horse Council called the 100-Day Horse Challenge. The goal of the Challenge is to increase awareness of the benefits of horse activities across the United States by aiming to engage at least 100,000 new people with an introductory horse experience.
Continue reading …Happy Father’s Day to Horse Show Dads Everywhere!
June 17, 2016 Comments Off on Happy Father’s Day to Horse Show Dads Everywhere!
They are the trailer drivers, truck parkers, and RV hooker-uppers. They are the check-writers, grooms, short order cooks, and chauffeurs. They are our biggest fans and constant supporters. They are our horse show dads. Whether your horse show dad is a trainer or judge, or he can’t tell the difference between a forehand and a forelock, all fathers deserve some love this Father’s Day!
Continue reading …Yungclas and Feinberg Top Inaugural PQS Classes in Nebraska, Stay Tuned For More Results
June 17, 2016 Comments Off on Yungclas and Feinberg Top Inaugural PQS Classes in Nebraska, Stay Tuned For More Results
Winning the class was Lara Yungclas aboard He’s Lazy No Doubt for owner Tanna Petersak. He’s Lazy No Doubt is by No Doubt I’m Lazy and out of Petite Seductress. The team took home $8,000 for the win. The Reserve Champion was Shelby Cochran aboard Winning Instincts, a horse sired by Sudden Instinct and out of Winners Always Flirt. The team was presented with a $5,000 for their second place finish.
Continue reading …Pattern Book Just Released For 2016 AjPHA Youth World Show
June 17, 2016 Comments Off on Pattern Book Just Released For 2016 AjPHA Youth World Show
Be sure to stop by the Youth World Show’s free “Ride the Pattern” demonstration, which features live demonstrations of all horsemanship, equitation and showmanship patterns by a demonstration exhibitor and critiqued by one of our World Show judges—this is the perfect opportunity to see how the pattern will run in real life and get the scoop directly from a World Show judge. Ride the Pattern takes place June 28 from 2–5 p.m. in the John Justin Arena.
Continue reading …10 Tips to Protect Your Horse During the Summer Horse Show Heat
June 17, 2016 Comments Off on 10 Tips to Protect Your Horse During the Summer Horse Show Heat
Heatstroke obviously can happen if exercising in hot conditions, but be aware that it can also happen if standing in a hot stall or trailer. Signs of heat stroke can include: An elevated heart rate that does not return to normal in a reasonable period of time, excessive sweating OR lack of sweating, temperature that persists above 103 degrees F, depression, lethargy, signs of dehydration: dry mucous membranes, poor capillary refill, and poor skin turgor.
Continue reading …Day 4 Results and Photos From 2016 Pinto World Show
June 17, 2016 Comments Off on Day 4 Results and Photos From 2016 Pinto World Show
Day 4 Results Scroll below to view more fun photos courtesy of Delores Kuhlwein.
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