APHA Breeders’ Trust Point Value Up to $8.30
February 21, 2017 Comments Off on APHA Breeders’ Trust Point Value Up to $8.30
For the second consecutive year, the per-point value for APHA’s Breeders’ Trust program has increased. Each Open & Amateur point earned by participating horses in 2016 is worth $8.30—an increase of almost 9.5% (45 cents) over 2015 values.
Continue reading …Congratulations Emma Brown on Committing to Auburn Equestrian Team!
February 21, 2017 Comments Off on Congratulations Emma Brown on Committing to Auburn Equestrian Team!
We would like to congratulate our friend, and AQHA exhibitor, Emma Brown, on her decision to ride for the Auburn Equestrian team. Congratulations Emma and good luck!
Continue reading …Around the Rings- 2017 Land of Lincoln Gordyville Horse Show
February 21, 2017 Comments Off on Around the Rings- 2017 Land of Lincoln Gordyville Horse Show
The Land of Lincoln Quarter Horse Association Show recently took place at Gordyville, USA in Gifford, Illinois, February 16-19, providing AQHA competitors with six shows for points. Judges for the show included Robin Frid, Jonathan Mueller, Jason Smith, Murray Griggs, Jill Newcomb, and Randy Wilson. Scroll below to view fun, around the ring photos, courtesy […]
Continue reading …Judges Named For 2017 AQHA L1 Championships
February 21, 2017 Comments Off on Judges Named For 2017 AQHA L1 Championships
“Our goal is to bring together an excellent roster of judges for the Level 1 Championships,” said Pete Kyle, AQHA chief show officer. “It is important for exhibitors to know they are being judged by the rules and by a highly qualified group of judges at each show.”
Continue reading …Why Every Exhibitor Should Attend an Educational Judging Seminar
February 21, 2017 Comments Off on Why Every Exhibitor Should Attend an Educational Judging Seminar
“No matter the events you compete in, after attending one of these seminars, you will make adjustments in how you exhibit your horse and/or yourself,” Carter said. “You’ll be surprised to find that minor changes that make you think like a judge can make a significant difference in your final placing.”
Continue reading …Gait Analysis Laboratory Coming to UC Davis
February 20, 2017 Comments Off on Gait Analysis Laboratory Coming to UC Davis
The arena will also be equipped with high-speed motion capture cameras (currently utilized by researchers) to help detect subtle gait abnormalities. Veterinarians need extremely high speed cameras to properly evaluate movement of the distal limb of a horse. The proposed cameras measure more than 1,000 frames per second, and can help to detect subtle injuries at an early stage or to find the optimal movement pattern in order for a horse to perform at its highest potential.
Continue reading …Using Cell-Based Therapies to Treat Cartilage Damage in Horses
February 20, 2017 Comments Off on Using Cell-Based Therapies to Treat Cartilage Damage in Horses
OA is a progressive, debilitating disease that is estimated to affect 60% of horses in the U.S. Currently, there are no drugs or treatments that halt or reverse the disease.
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Kimes Ranch Apparel has released their latest set of super popular caps! The newest include the all Mesh Trucker in black, charcoal, royal blue, and silver as well as the American Trucker in Black/Silver, Turquoise/White, and Red/White. These new hats are in addition to their brightly colored truckers, appliqué patch, golf, captain, snapback, and fitted […]
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No matter what we do as Paint horse owners, breeders, and trainers, the solid horse will never be equal to the colored horse. Paint it anyway you want; that’s a fact. That’s part of the risk we signed up for. We can try to come up with the rule changes and classes that put them together and make them equal but, the colored horse is UNIQUE and SPECIAL, no matter if it ever goes to a horse show or it’s just standing in the pasture or riding down the trail. The colored horse is the reward, and there’s nothing better.
Continue reading …Equine Eye Surgery Case Inspires Children’s Book
February 17, 2017 Comments Off on Equine Eye Surgery Case Inspires Children’s Book
Derrick, an 8-year-old Dutch Warmblood gelding, developed cataracts in both eyes. As a talented jumper that owner Terri Herrera planned to convert to a hunter, Derrick’s intended career didn’t allow much room for imperfect vision. After consulting with her veterinarian in Southern California, Herrera decided to make the 8-hour drive north to see the equine ophthalmology experts at the UC Davis veterinary hospital. It was there that she met Dr. Mary Lassaline, whom she credits with saving Derrick’s life.
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