The Basics of Equine Footing Science
February 15, 2017 Comments Off on The Basics of Equine Footing Science
As elite athletes, performance horses are susceptible to overuse injuries from repetitive stresses, intense training and competition schedules, and the impacts of different surfaces. Specific factors contributing to leg injuries involve:
Continue reading …Theme For American Horse Council Issues Forum is “Power of Unity”
February 15, 2017 Comments Off on Theme For American Horse Council Issues Forum is “Power of Unity”
Monday, June 12, will see committee meetings for the 5 committees the AHC has: Animal Welfare, Horse Show, Health & Regulatory, Recreation, and Racing. “Anyone is welcome to attend any committee meeting they like until they go into executive session. In fact, we encourage people to attend as many as they can to get an idea of what the AHC is working on within each committee,” said Ms. Broadway.
Continue reading …Think Before You Reach For a NSAID
February 15, 2017 Comments Off on Think Before You Reach For a NSAID
When lameness appears, horse owners are often quick to reach for a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). In fact, a survey found 82 percent of horse owners use NSAIDs without consulting their veterinarian.1 But that may not be the smart move.
Continue reading …Final Results From 2017 Prairie Classic
February 15, 2017 Comments Off on Final Results From 2017 Prairie Classic
Thanks to Don Moore of Mane Events for final results from the 2017 Prairie Classic that just concluded in Oklahoma City. Show 1 Show 2 Show 3 Show 4 Show 5 Show 5
Continue reading …Northeast Paint Horse Championship Moves to Virginia in April
February 15, 2017 Comments Off on Northeast Paint Horse Championship Moves to Virginia in April
The Northeast Paint Horse Championship is heading to a new venue for 2017. This year, the show takes place April 15–16 in conjunction with the Virginia Paint Horse Club’s Colors of Spring Show in Lexington, Virginia.
Continue reading …Demi Lovato to be Featured Performer at Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
February 14, 2017 Comments Off on Demi Lovato to be Featured Performer at Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ officials have announced that Demi Lovato will be the new entertainer for the March 14 performance of RodeoHouston® in NRG Stadium after Meghan Trainor had to cancel due to doctor-mandated vocal rest.
Continue reading …World’s First Animal Terminal, The ARK, Now Open at JFK International Airport
February 14, 2017 Comments Off on World’s First Animal Terminal, The ARK, Now Open at JFK International Airport
What is The ARK? Think Noah’s Ark, but with the latest in technological advances and all the comforts of home for your furry, four-legged, family members!
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You will be in LOVE with the new inventory just added to the Show Me Again website. Motivated sellers are kissing their show clothes goodbye.
Continue reading …Florida Gold Coast Quarter Horse Circuit Rated Top 10 AQHA Show of 2016
February 14, 2017 Comments Off on Florida Gold Coast Quarter Horse Circuit Rated Top 10 AQHA Show of 2016
That number increased substantially in 2016 welcoming 11,223 entries across all divisions and all judges, landing them in the seventh spot overall. “It’s such an honor to be chosen as one of the top 10 AQHA circuits of 2016,” says Kathy Avolt of Mark Harrell Horse Shows. “We would like to thank everyone, including the exhibitors, sponsors, vendors, and trainers. The success of our event would not be possible without their generous support.”
Continue reading …When Winter Laminitis Strikes Out of Nowhere
February 14, 2017 Comments Off on When Winter Laminitis Strikes Out of Nowhere
For the insulin resistant horse, winter laminitis can strike seemingly out of nowhere, with no change in diet or management and some puzzling inconsistencies. The horse may not necessarily have a prior history of laminitis. The pain is often severe, but the feet aren’t hot as they are in classical acute laminitis cases.
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