Click here to download a PDF version of the 2017 AQHA rulebook. You can also request a print version of the rulebook, to be delivered within 4-6 weeks, by completing the form here. You can also view AQHA Rules from your pone or computer by installing an app for iTunes or installing an app for Google Play.
Continue reading …What’s the Best Piece of Advice You’ve Ever Been Given by a Horse Trainer?
January 16, 2017 Comments Off on What’s the Best Piece of Advice You’ve Ever Been Given by a Horse Trainer?
From humorous and heartfelt to short and sweet, our horse trainers are constant sources of pearls of wisdom. Our Equine Chronicle Facebook page fans responded to our question about the best piece of advice they’ve ever been given by their horse trainers. Check out their responses below.
Continue reading …Poor Performance- Is Your Horse Affected?
January 16, 2017 Comments Off on Poor Performance- Is Your Horse Affected?
Inflammatory airway disease (IAD), also known as mild to moderate equine asthma, is the second-leading cause of poor performance, behind lameness (orthopedic disease). It’s associated with airway inflammation, coughing and mucus accumulation. It has been shown to occur in up to 80 percent of 2-year-old thoroughbreds, although it can affect horses of any age.[1]
Continue reading …AQHA Regional Championship Coming to Monroe, WA, August 11-13
January 13, 2017 Comments Off on AQHA Regional Championship Coming to Monroe, WA, August 11-13
August 10th- Judge- Tammie Whitt
August 11-13- Judges- Doug Huls, Lita Hottel, Michael Ochetto
Join us Friday evening for the Trainer Silent Auction and Live Destination Auction. All proceeds go directly to the Region One Scholarship AQHA Foundation Fund. The Top 3 High Selling Trainers at the Silent Auction will receive choice stall placement at the NW Emerald.
Classes Requiring Qualification for 2017 NSBA World Show
January 13, 2017 Comments Off on Classes Requiring Qualification for 2017 NSBA World Show
The 2017 NSBA World Championship Show and Breeders’ Championship Futurity will be here before you know it. To learn more about qualifying and to see a complete list of classes that require qualification, click here. NSBA World Championship Show August 12-20, 2017 Qualifying Ends April 30, 2017
Continue reading …Midwest Horse Fair- April 21-23 in Madison, WI
January 13, 2017 Comments Off on Midwest Horse Fair- April 21-23 in Madison, WI
Evening entertainment at the 2017 Midwest Horse Fair is a must see with heroic horses, majestic performers and non-stop action! Get the best seats in the house, right up close to the action, with Midwest Horse Fair VIP Packages! They include general admission tickets, exclusive evening entertainment seating, food, drinks, and more! Hurry, there are a limited number of VIP Packages available!
Continue reading …January is Joint Health Awareness Month
January 13, 2017 Comments Off on January is Joint Health Awareness Month
This means that all horses, no matter their workload, are at risk for progressive and permanent joint damage. In fact, 60% of lameness problems in horses are related to osteoarthritis.
Continue reading …$20,000 Added to Smart Boons Fence Work Challenge at Arizona Sun Circuit
January 13, 2017 Comments Off on $20,000 Added to Smart Boons Fence Work Challenge at Arizona Sun Circuit
PLUS —
We’re giving away 36 saddles.
Which one will you be taking home?
ALL AROUND SADDLES – Senior, Junior, Amateur All Around, Novice Amateur, Youth 14-18, Youth 13 & Under All Around and L1 Youth
TRAIL SADDLES – Sr. Trail, Jr. Trail, Amateur Trail, Amateur Select Trail
WESTERN PLEASURE SADDLES – Junior, Senior, Amateur, Select Amateur, Youth 14-18
REINING SADDLES – Junior, Senior, Amateur, Amateur Select, Novice Amateur, Youth
COWHORSE SADDLES – Jr. Working Cow Horse, Sr. Working Cow Horse, Amateur Cow Horse, Youth Cow Horse, Amateur Boxing, Youth Boxing
ROPING SADDLES – Open Team Roper, Amateur Team Roper, Youth Roper, Roping Futurity Header & Heeler
HUNTER DERBY SADDLE – Non Pro
Continue reading …Results From 2017 Huntfield Derby Championships- Fox Lea Farm
January 12, 2017 Comments Off on Results From 2017 Huntfield Derby Championships- Fox Lea Farm
The Wofford Emerging Professional Cup Award was won by Tayler Adams during the Low Derby Championship. This award is sponsored by Scott Jones and David Miller. This is an award for up and coming professionals who have not yet been awarded a World Champion or Congress Champion title.
Continue reading …Results From 2017 NSBA Fun In The Sun Extravaganza
January 12, 2017 Comments Off on Results From 2017 NSBA Fun In The Sun Extravaganza
Following on the heels of the Florida Gold and Gulf Coast shows in Tampa, Florida earlier this month, the Fox Lea Farm Winter Circuit and NSBA Fun In The Sun Show wrapped up a fun-filled two weeks of horse showing in the Sunshine State. The NSBA, all-breed approved, extravaganza was judged by John Boxell, Murray […]
Continue reading …